We are often asked why should a homeowner encapsulate a crawl space. "This house is 60 years old and hasn't even had a vapor barrier - why should I encapsulate now?" and "Yeah, the last guy tried to get me to spend thousands of dollars to encapsulate my crawl space too" I have to admit, it wasn't … [Read more...] about Why Crawl Space Encapsulation
Top Foundation Repair Companies in Atlanta
Listed below are Atlanta's top foundation repair companies. The list is not exhaustive but only meant to give a good overview of the contractors who do foundation repair and waterproofing. Foundation Worx - Foundation Worx performs foundation repair and waterproofing (focus on exterior … [Read more...] about Top Foundation Repair Companies in Atlanta
Most Common Foundation Issues in Atlanta
Foundation Cracks – How Big is Too Big
What is EXCESSIVE? In short - any crack that makes you say "Holy Cow that's a big crack" would be excessive. In more general terms - if you can stick a quarter into the crack that may be excessive - but certainly 2 quarters. 1/8" (0.125) would be a good benchmark for concern - and 1/4" (.25) … [Read more...] about Foundation Cracks – How Big is Too Big
Why Interior Drain Systems Can Cause Block Wall Failure
Interior Drain systems can be a cost effective solution to keeping water out of your basement. BUT before you sign the contract or make that decision be aware of the causes of basement wall failure to make sure you aren't creating or masking a problem down the road. Block walls often bow inward … [Read more...] about Why Interior Drain Systems Can Cause Block Wall Failure
How to Repair A Basement Wall
Block Basement Walls - or CMU walls - are concrete blocks, stacked together with mortar connecting the blocks. These walls are one of the most common types of building foundation walls in the southeast. Other common types are poured concrete walls, brick walls and stone/granite walls. This … [Read more...] about How to Repair A Basement Wall
Settling Front Steps and Leaning Front Stoops/Porches
Front Steps and Front Stoops are a common problem in the foundation repair world. Often the front stoops, stairs or porches are built directly on fill dirt (mostly uncompacted) right outside the footprint of the home. Over time these can settle as the soils consolidate. How do you fix settling … [Read more...] about Settling Front Steps and Leaning Front Stoops/Porches
Basement Waterproofing – Homeowner Guide
One of the worst feelings is hear the heavy rain coming down on the roof and think "Oh crap - my basement". Many homeowners have either had water in their basement, have water seep into their basement or have high humidity issues. Many potential customers call our office with basement water issues … [Read more...] about Basement Waterproofing – Homeowner Guide