Are you scared that you need foundation repair because you've noticed cracks in your foundation slab? Or maybe in your basement you've seen cracks spreading through the walls? Don't panic. It's not the end of the world. Now don't misunderstand, cracks in your foundation are potentially serious. But there are also quite a few misconceptions about foundation repair. Once you sort through and better understand them, you should be able to breathe a bit easier...

Sometimes its hard to know when you need to waterproof your basement. Yes its true, some people go down into their basement, see that it is fine and go about their merry business but what they don’t realize is that basement mold and water damage accumulates silently and then spreads like wildfire and it becomes a hassle to get rid of. So when you first move into your new home make sure you check the...

This is a common question that your friends at A-1 Foundation Crack Repair field on a recurring basis.  Step cracks are very common occurrence in concrete block walls. A recurring form of home foundation damage is for cracks to originate as horizontal cracks, and over time, begin to step down, or up, along the mortar joints. Typically, there is a tremendous amount of pressure pushing from the outside, whether it be expansive soil, tree roots...

Of all the residential foundation repair services we offer, we feel the common sense advice offered in our A-1 Foundation Crack Repair Blog to be vitally important. Please consider the following common sense winter protective measures for your home’s foundation.  Every year we service customers who could have avoided freeze-related water damage.  We highly recommend, sooner than later, that you: •Locate your water main cut-off valve in the event you need to shut it off...

Foundation Repair definitely is something you will want to address within your home. It is not something you want to overlook and ignore hoping it will fix itself. We have been in the business of foundation crack repair for a long time and did some research on the subject and came across the following facts. Safety must come first when it comes to this topic. Many homeowners experience the need for foundation repair. It's definitely...

If you own your a home, or have rental properties, mold removal should be on the top of your list of concerns. Few things are less inviting than a house with a musty basement smell. Not only is it uninviting, but it is also unhealthy. If a house has a basement leak and needs repairs, you can be sure that the water damage will be pervasive and affect the entire house. There is a high...

There are typically some common causes of water heater leaks, ranging from loose valves to corroded water tanks. However, the sign of water around your heater may not indicate a leak. In many cases, it is just the result of condensation on the outside of the tank. However, If condensation does not seem to be the issue, then check the following parts: temperature-pressure relief valve, Vent, drain valve, heating element gasket, and water pipes. If...

We discovered yet another consumer who believed that a cracked foundation is a ruined foundation.  They delayed repair for over a year fearing tens of thousands of dollars in foundation replacement cost.  Never bury your head when it comes to your foundation.  There is always an affordable option.  Piers, for example, are just such an option.  Piers will cost you up to ten times less than replacing the building foundation. There is no requirement for...

Every year in the wet fall and spring, thousands of homeowners and commercial property owners across the country suffer flooded basements, loss of personal property, personal time, and indeed the cost of cleanup. The best kind of basement waterproofing you can do to prevent flooding in your home is to insure effective exterior drain cleaning.  Many new homeowners do not realize that basements are actually kept dry and in-tact from a drainage system surrounding the...

We recently answered a couple of caller’s questions about exactly what foundational waterproofing is. Waterproofing is not limited to preventing foundation leaks and leaky basement repair services. This drives us to focus this blog post on the fundamental definition and concept of waterproofing. Foundation waterproofing is a process which is designed to prevent water from penetrating a building. (Stay with us here, we promise to get beyond the obvious.)  Usually extensive waterproofing measures are added...