Author: Gretta Browne

Mixing ready mix concrete is not a complicated process. Add water, stir and pour. However, to get superior strength from the concrete you have to add the proper amount of…

A damp basement isn’t just unpleasant to spend time in-it’s also a breeding ground for unhealthy mold spores. Take control of your space with a few mold remediation strategies. Finding…

Bench footing is a popular basement lowering technique as it is effortless in comparison to underpinning. It is cost effective and simple because it requires excavation not under, but around…

There are several ways on how to do basement waterproofing. Two of these are sealing the interior walls and floor, and having effective water drainage in the basement. But before…

The helical screwpile is a versatile, environmentally friendly and cost-effective technology. It has many uses across such industries as transport, communications and civil engineering. There are many reasons that foundations…

There are no perfect houses and that would include its foundation. Whether you have a new home or one that’s a hundred years old, house foundations crack. Houses shift and…

Usage of interior sealants in basement waterproofing has always had its share of positives and negatives. While some people prefer the use of sealants, others detest them! Homes are built…

The cost of waterproofing a basement can cost anywhere from a mere $10 to the wallet wrenching $5,000. These can all go up and would depend on the materials used,…

Stair steps type cracking in masonry can be an indication of foundation settlement. The settlement of the foundation is generally caused by either: 1) the poor compaction of the foundation…

As your home ages and settles, damage to the foundation of your basement is inevitable. The first step in repair should begin assessing what caused the damage and how severe…