Telltale Signs of a Basement Leak

Basement leak

It is of critical importance that you deal with leaks as soon as you see the signs to avoid causing greater damage and spending a lot of money on repairs! Unfortunately, these leaks often happen behind walls that have been closed up by drywall or other construction materials. This means that leaks may be occurring …

Tips for Performing a DIY Home Inspection

DIY Home inspection

Owning a home comes with many responsibilities – and a long list of repairs and continuous, required maintenance! You will avoid a tremendous amount of stress by staying on top of issues as they arise, and preventing any potential problems from turning into larger, costly headaches.   To do this, we recommend every homeowner conducts …

Frequently Asked Questions About Foundation Cracks

Foundation cracks

I notice some cracks throughout my home. Do I need to fix them? Yes. Anytime you notice cracks in your foundation, you shouldn’t ignore them. If you do, this could lead to more severe damage in the future. Moisture can seep into those cracks and weaken your foundation, cause mould or unpleasant odours to occur. …

Keep an Eye Out for Foundation Warning Signs This Spring

Foundation repair Ottawa

Spring is just around the corner – that should be a positive thought! The daylight get longer, the temperature gets warmer, beautiful flowers begin to bloom…what’s not to love? Unfortunately, if you are a homeowner you need to think about snow melt. If you have bad drainage or crack in your home’s foundation, snow melt …

How Do You Protect Your Home from Snow Melt?  

How Do You Protect Your Home from Snow Melt?  

Even though we’re stuck in the middle of winter, with temperatures regularly hitting -30°C and snow piled waist-high, it’s a fact that we’re only a month or so away from brighter days. Hang on, because soon enough the temperature will be (almost) tolerable, the sun will shine, the flowers will bloom, and the snow will …