Foundation Repair
Most people think that only older homes suffer from foundation/structural issues but that isn’t the case. According to an article by Consumer Reports, approximately 15% of new homes suffer from structural issues. Most of these issues are a result of being built on poorly contracted soil or poor construction. Patching and tuck pointing do provide […]
Foundation Repair
Cracked Soils Cause Foundations to Shift A recent news story by MSNBC features the effects that the drought has had on homes in the South. Foundations shift in the dry cracked soils. http://usnews.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2012/07/19/12835597-foundation-repair-business-soars-as-drought-hits-homes?lite The forecast for the next few months doesn’t seem to get any better. Drought conditions are expected to continue into fall. Homeowners […]
Basement Waterproofing
Rain in the forecast is viewed as a welcome change for some of us. We see the brown grass and cracked ground and feel miserable heat. But, for those with a leaky basement or water in their crawlspace they dread the days with rain in the forecast. As the ground gets saturated their basement leaks. […]
AquaGuard believes that customer service is our number one priority from the very first call, through the estimator’s visit to the customer’s home, all the way through to installing and completing the work. As part of this commitment, we believe it is important to greet each customer and provide excellent customer service when the phone […]
Crawl Space Repair
We’ve had some hot days recently and according to www.weather.com and www.wsbtv.com we’re expecting triple digit heat this weekend! Another hot summer in Georgia means that many of us suffer when the temperatures rise and complain about how it makes us feel but few know what lurks beneath our homes because of the extreme heat. […]
Foundation Repair
We haven’t had many rainy days or nights in Georgia recently and the lack of rain (drought type conditions) can wreak havoc with the foundation of your home and thus the value of it as well. Harsh weather conditions like drought or (even excessive rain) can cause structural damage to foundation of your home. As […]
Dave: We talked a little earlier, y’know, we haven’t had rain in like, since 1987. So, y’know, that’s good for my basement not leaking. I have Tom DiGregorio on the Home Fix-It hotline. How’re you doing today, Tom? Tom: Great, Dave. How’re you doing? Dave: I’m doing great. Y’know, Georgia seems to have even less […]
Basement Waterproofing
Choosing the right contractor for the job is an important first step. No matter what you are planning to do, take your time and do your research. If you end up with the wrong contractor or some fly by night contractor, you could end up disappointed in the work, feeling swindled, and needing someone else […]
Basement Waterproofing
Water always seeks the path or paths of least resistance. This water can get into your home through cracks in the walls and over and under the footer. One that water finds a way into your basement, it is imperative to address several areas to fix the problems. If one area is repaired while other […]
Foundation Repair
Take a walk around the outside of your house. Look for: Cracks that stair step between bricks, gaps between brick and window or wall frames, cracks in foundation walls. Check the inside of your home for sheetrock cracks, cracks above doors or windows and doors or windows that don’t shut properly or horizontal cracks in […]
Basement Waterproofing
The November 2011 issue of Atlanta Home Improvement Magazine, features a great article about the growth and changes in the basement remodeling industry. Entitled ‘Man Cave Redefined’, the article highlights the explosion of building and remodeling companies offering their design and build services to help homeowners transform old and damp spaces into additional living and […]
Foundation Repair
Leaky Basement Walls Leaking basement walls can limit the way you use your basement space. The cracks create leaks that tend to transform your walls into ugly surfaces, stained by water, mold, and White , powdery efflorescence. The moisture coming through the wall crack encourages the growth of mold, mildew, and rot on your organic […]
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