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Homes often grow musty and unpleasant through a drawn-out process that goes unnoticed by the homeowner. When moisture is making its way into a basement or crawlspace through a small crack, rather than a large and obvious leak, the results easily go unrecognized. The smells and musty feel of a home with moisture issues that … Read more

Basements can be a double-edge sword for homeowners. A basement provides helpful multipurpose space. On the other hand, though, basements can be a pain in the side of a homeowner—especially if not properly built or cared for by previous owners. Too many homeowners have taken the out of sight, out of mind approach when it … Read more

These are the months in which we prepare for all kinds of visitors with the holidays around the corner. However, the scariest visitor may already be making its way into your home without your knowledge. Mold and mildew are tricky and definitely not a treat for homeowners in the Detroit MI area. Both of these … Read more

  Whether you are determined to find a home with a basement or you have stumbled upon one you are interested in, there are some telltale signs that may point to water issues in the space. That last thing any homeowners wants to deal with is water issues in the basement of their new house. … Read more

One of the most disheartening experiences for a homeowner is having to hire a contractor to perform any number of repairs around the house. It can be frustrating when you contract a “professional” to fix an issue and either the problem is not resolved or reappears shortly after. This is often the case for a … Read more

The installation of egress windows has picked up over the past couple years as more and more families are converting their basements to WFH (work from home) office space. A finished basement provides an optimal environment for productive work. As a naturally insulated space—both for climate control and sound—having a quiet and comfortable area to … Read more

Excess water that is not dealt with properly and finds its way into your home can be a major cause of foundation damage. There are some easily avoidable mistakes homeowners often make that lead to water in the basement! Avoiding these mistakes goes a long way to steering clear of damage down the road. Water … Read more

One of the least fun discoveries to make in a home is walking down your basement steps to retrieve the toy your child just remembered only to find standing water in the space! There is no need to freak out, but there are some steps to take immediately. There are several issues that can lead … Read more

When it comes to damage to our home or business’s foundation, most owners tend to think the cause is near the foundation. The truth, however, is that the cause of damage to your foundation may be coming from further away than you realize. While the landscape, soil, and degree of grading or positioning of downspouts … Read more

Big swings in weather patterns between the seasons of winter and summer can also have a big impact on your home’s foundation. There is a chance that while we are swapping out long-johns for swimming trunks, the foundation of our home is suffering from the change in temperature. Unlike our ability to control the climate … Read more