How to Prevent Water Damage

May 1st, 2017 Categories: Random Thoughts

Water damage is the No. 1 culprit that weakens your home’s foundation and the very core that holds your house together.

You’ve heard about core strength for your body. Well, water damage hits at the core strength of your house, eventually causing serious structural damage. Damp wood invites termites and carpenter ants; plus, it causes mold and mildew. Read the rest of this entry »

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French Drains: When You Need Them

January 4th, 2017 Categories: Random Thoughts

Water always flows downhill, and by the easiest route possible. That’s the basic concept behind a French drain, a slightly sloped trench filled with round gravel and a pipe that diverts water away from your house. Read the rest of this entry »

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