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How Much of the Air in Your Home Comes from Your Crawl Space?

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Have you ever considered what’s in the air you breathe in your home? While it’s weird to think about, but for homeowners in the Pacific Northwest, it should be top of mind. Approximately 50% of air on the first floor of your home comes from your crawl space. That means any mold, unwanted odors, or […]

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Repair Solutions for Sagging and Sinking Crawl Spaces

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Have you noticed un-level or bouncy floors in your home? If so, there is a good chance your crawl space is experiencing structural problems that are causing it to sink or sag in the middle. Crawl spaces experience structural sagging for three primary reasons: support columns spaced too far apart, rot-weakened joists, girders, and posts, […]

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Cold floors? It Might Be a Problem With Your Crawl Space

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Is the floor or room over your crawl space colder than the rest of the house? This is a common problem in homes built over a dirt crawl space or with a basement that’s unheated and not insulated. If you’ve been researching how to make the floors over your crawl space, or basement warmer, then […]

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Understanding Foundation Cracks

Your home’s foundation is the key to ensuring your biggest investment stays safe and sound. Keeping an eye out for foundation cracks is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your home’s foundation is in stable condition. Most of the time, foundation cracks are a sign of a foundation settling, but to […]

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How Water Damage Affects Your Foundation

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The constant rain the Pacific Northwest gives us luscious forests and beautiful greenery, but the rain can also be a slight headache for homeowners.Along with the potential of mold growing in your basement or crawl space, water damage could also affect your foundation.Water can be especially hard on foundations because, being entirely or partially buried […]

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Who Repairs a Sidewalk – the City or the Homeowner?

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With constant maintenance and added expenses, being a homeowner involves a lot of responsibility, which can extend beyond your property line. From Seattle to Roseburg, most cities clearly state that homeowners are required to maintain the sidewalk adjacent to their property. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about sidewalk repair.  Why are Homeowners Responsible for Repairing […]

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3 Reasons Why Your Sidewalk is Cracked

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Most of us want to be proud of the way our homes look – something real estate professionals call “curb appeal.” It’s important because it impacts how we feel about our homes and neighborhoods. It’s especially vital when you’re thinking about selling your home. Few things can detract quicker from our curb appeal than a […]

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Which Repairs Your Concrete Better? Polyurethane Foam or Mudjacking?

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Your driveway, sidewalk, patio, and front porch provide an important first impression to guests and potential buyers. If your concrete has unsightly and potentially hazardous cracks, your home’s value will suffer. The easiest way to return your property’s ‘curb appeal’ is to level out those uneven surfaces and return your concrete to its original state. […]

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Why Your Basement Floor is Cracked

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Cracks in the basement floor can be a cause of panic for homeowners. The good news is most basement floor cracks are normal and don’t need to be repaired. The basement floor doesn’t support the weight of the home, so cracks in the floor won’t affect the home’s structural integrity. However, some cracks in the […]

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Concrete Safety: How to Prevent Tripping Hazards Around Your Home

Is the concrete in and around your home safe for those living there as well as guests and visitors? Uneven concrete and damaged concrete can contribute to the high number of falls, slips, and tripping accidents that happen each year in the U.S.  Unfortunately, we rarely take a safety inventory of our home and yard, […]

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