Category: Foundation Maintenance

When you hear the word “earthquake” you probably picture huge cracks in the ground, swaying buildings, and piles of rubble. These are certainly markers of catastrophic, once-in-a-lifetime quakes, but much more common are the weaker “mini” earthquakes. These can range from being totally imperceptible to causing moderate damage in a localized area. It’s the latter…

We’re all aware of what the change in seasons means for us: switching our wardrobes to weather-appropriate clothing and planning fun seasonal activities during the weekends and vacations. However, we don’t always consider all of the ramifications that changing seasons have on our homes. We turn up or down the heat, adopt a different yard-maintenance...

Trees are a beautiful part of our landscape. They provide shade, give shelter to birds, and offer a green, natural feel to the suburban landscape. However, these seemingly-harmless arboreal friends can actually pose a significant threat to your home— and not just from falling limbs. On the flip side, they can also safeguard your home…

Say you’ve just found your forever home— you’re ready to sell your starter home and move in. Or maybe you’re ready to take the plunge and buy your first house. Perhaps you’re dying to downsize to a little bungalow, filled with charm and unique architectural details, now that your family is grown and out of…