Groundwater deteriorates your foundation walls, both inside and out, causing them to crumble. This will… (more…)
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Groundwater entry below grade damages health and home
Tuesday, February 9th, 2010Home drainage pro mason tips
Sunday, January 24th, 2010Foundation footings holding up the post and beam structure of your home may sink and cause severe and costly home foundation support problems.
Groundwater is the major cause… (more…)
Groundwater drainage problems create masonry repairs
Tuesday, July 1st, 2008Groundwater problems can cause your foundation stem walls or basement walls to deteriorate. When this happens, usually over a long period of time, you can repair the damage in most cases. Starting from the outside, the best thing to do first is to install hand excavated french drains approximately 2 feet from the foundation wall, with a compacted splash block if possible. (more…)