Have you just recovered from a basement flood or are worried that your home might have a leaky basement? You can protect your property from flooding by waterproofing your basement. At City Residential Foundation Repair, our team of experts specialize in Ottawa foundation repairs and waterproofing services that can keep your home dry while safeguarding …
Category: Foundation Repair
Concrete Repair – How It’s Done
Do you have concrete cracks in your home’s exterior? Most are caused by natural freeze-thaw cycles, hydrostatic pressure, and structural integrity issues. But whatever the case, cracks are not something you should ignore. If problems persist, they could result in the need for costly repairs. Instead, call us at City Residential Foundation Repair so we …
4 Signs of Foundation Problems
When you reach that moment in life when you can finally start looking for your very first home, it can be an exciting, and sometimes overwhelming process. You spend your evenings and weekends scouring the markets and going to open houses. You drool over granite countertops and dream about ensuite bathrooms. But as you …
5 Questions to Ask Any Ottawa Foundation Repair Company
Foundation repair is a serious matter that should be placed in the hands of a contractor that you can trust. Sadly, this business is filled with sham operators who overpromise and underdeliver, if they perform the services at all. That’s why it’s imperative to do research before hiring a foundation repair contractor. Before you seal …
Your Guide to a Waterproof Basement
Whether it’s an extra den for the kids or a place you use for extra storage – your basement is one of those fundamental parts of your home that you and the foundation of your home rely on. So if it starts to spring a few leaks, and begins to flood occasionally, it’s important to …
Tips for Performing a 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
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. …
Why it is Necessary to Repair Foundation Cracks
Being a homeowner is a lifelong dream for many, but it can be a stressful position. There is so much to worry about – rising heating costs, constant maintenance needs – the last thing any Ottawa homeowner wants to discover is a foundation crack or leaky basement. City Residential Foundation Repair is the preferred choice …
Trees & Your Home’s Foundation
We all love to live under the shade of Mother Nature. A little green around the house is always welcome, which is why we love to landscape our Ottawa homes with vibrant flowers, lush grass, and stately trees. But did you know that trees around your house can cause big damage to your foundation? Yes, …
Keep an Eye Out for Foundation Warning Signs This Spring
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 …