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A home’s foundation bears the weight of the entire home and must be in great shape to hold up for years in the often wet Milwaukee weather. While some home settling is normal, especially in the first three years of a home’s life, settling should cause little more than a few minor cosmetic problems. Of…
Read moreYour basement is a gold mine of potential. When finished, you can use it as a guest suite, a rental unit, or a home theater. Right now, your basement might be little more than a storage space. You know that the area needs a little TLC, but you dread inspecting the space for fear of…
Read moreFoundation issues can detract from your enjoyment of your home and can even reduce its value over time. Working with a qualified Milwaukee basement specialist can help you resolve foundation problems quickly to protect your home and your property against the negative effects of cracks and damage to this structural component. By addressing these issues…
Read moreBricks give a unique appearance to houses, buildings, and other structures. Yet, when homes are exposed to harsh weather conditions such as freezing temperatures and significant rain, nature's elements can take their toll on the mortar between the bricks. Mortar joints can give way due to excessive moisture, and when this occurs, the moisture could…
Read moreWhile concrete cracks appear to be typical, it is not recommended that they remain ignored. These cracks, typically due to drying shrinkage, thermal movement or other causes usually are minor and result in few problems. Some foundation cracks will widen over time and result in water seepage or possibly the loss of structural integrity. Foundation…
Read moreChris Mancuso was on The Redefined Realty Show on AM1130 WISN on Saturday October 18, 2014. Here is the transcript from the show: [0:31] Paul: Good morning and welcome. It is time for the Redefined Realty Show, Saturdays at 9:00 on WISN. Your host today is Bob Tarantino. I'm Paul Kronforst, we've got a full…
Read moreA recent report by CBS News tells of a town with widespread cracking of foundations and walls in it. One resident noticed mushrooms in her bedroom and realized that her bedroom windows were leaking. It was due to the whole side of the house sinking because it had foundation cracks in it. Homeowners in southeastern…
Read moreCertain regions of the United States have climate conditions that put their walls more at risk than others. Houses in many regions have variable moisture that cause the soil to expand when wet, and shrink when drying. This causes the foundation to bow. Poured walls are different. They are in one solid piece, and don't…
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