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Do I Need More Than One Sump Pump?

A secondary sump pump or a sump pump battery backup can both be important parts of your sump pump process. However, the problem is that many homeowners don’t seem to understand why you would add more than one sump pump to your basement or crawl space. Here’s what you should know about the benefits of […]

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Will a Typical Sump Pump Be Enough to Keep My Basement Dry?

A sump pump is supposed to keep your basement or crawl space as dry as possible. Most homeowners assume that just adding a sump pump to the basement will be enough to make sure the basement stays dry. Here’s what you need to know about just using a single sump pump to keep your basement […]

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Can’t I Just Fix the Crack Myself?

While it may be tempting to apply DIY repairs, they will be ineffective. Without the right equipment and experience, you cannot properly fix the cracks.   The Danger of Filling Alone  The least you can do is fill them. While this will cover the aesthetic damage, it won’t prevent the cracks from expanding over time. It […]

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Do Basement Floor Cracks Cause Issues in Other Parts of the Home?

A crack in your basement floor not only harms your waterproofing measures, should you have any. It may also indicate that there is structural damage to the foundation of the home. When there is structural damage, this will manifest as issues throughout the rest of your home, not just the basement.  Wall Cracks  If the […]

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What Are The Benefits Of A Helical Pier System?

One of the best advantages of a helical pier system is the speed of its installation. Because it’s minimally invasive and can be drilled at an angle, there is no need to remove any earth before installation begins. As a plus, IBA uses equipment that is all portable. That ensures a professional from IBA can […]

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How Will Helical Pier Systems Affect My Landscape?

The only thing worse than having your foundation falling or settling is also having your landscape torn apart. Many of the products that are used to repair foundations require the entire yard to be ripped up or damaged so piers can be installed. Of course, any homeowner will want their repairs to be effective but […]

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1330 41st St. N
Fargo, ND 58102

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6265 Carmen Ave.
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

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1325 S Frandsen Ave
Rush City, MN 55069