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Crawl Space Repair Resources

Can Trees Damage Your Crawl Space? Learn More

When you’re considering how best to protect your home from unexpected water or structural damage, you might not consider your trees a potential problem. Trees that are invasive or planted too close to your home can grow toward your crawl space and compromise your home’s structural supports. How do trees do this kind of damage, […]

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Foundation Repair Resources

Can Regrading Your Yard Help with Foundation Problems? Learn More

While several reasons could cause your foundation damage, the area surrounding your home plays a big part. If your lawn’s been poorly graded, meaning water flows towards your home rather than away from it, you may find yourself dealing with foundation cracks, bowing basement walls, and leaks. Grading 101: The Basics Not all lawns need […]

A finished encapsulation and thermal insulation in the crawlspace.

Crawl Space Repair Resources

What is Thermal Insulation and Is It Really Beneficial? Learn More

The crawl space impacts the energy efficiency of your Minneapolis, MN, home. An uninsulated crawl space allows the transfer of heat from the outdoors and indoors. Usually, this leaves you with uncomfortable indoor temperatures and high energy bills. When it comes to moisture control and energy efficiency, nothing beats thermal insulation. This solution keeps your […]

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Basement Waterproofing Resources

Waterproofing During the Construction of a New Home Learn More

Building your own home takes a lot of forethought and patience. You’ll want to invest in your home’s future just as readily as you would in your home’s initial construction. That’s where mid-construction waterproofing can come in handy. When you have a local contracting team waterproof your foundation or basement during their construction, you’re preserving […]

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Crawl Space Repair Resources

What Should Your Crawl Space Repair Budget Look Like? Learn More

Are you worried about the cost of repairing your crawl space? Planning out a budget ahead of time can help you confidently take on any challenges that may come your way. What problems should you be on the lookout for, and how much should you have put away in your budget? Why Should You Worry […]

Crawlspace encapsulation and intellijacks.

Crawl Space Repair Resources

5 Ways To Use an Encapsulated Crawl Space Learn More

Encapsulating your crawl space is one of the smartest decisions you’ll ever make. Not only does it stop moisture issues and water damage, but it also makes the crawl space usable. This means you’ll have extra storage space where you can stash all your unused or old items without worrying about gnawing pests or mold. […]

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Basement Waterproofing Resources

What Does Your Budget for Basement Waterproofing Look Like in 2020? Learn More

A wet or leaky basement is a nightmare for many people. Not only does it encourage mold growth, but it will also reduce the value of your home. Waterproofing is your best bet against cold, damp, and musty basements. As a homeowner, it is crucial that you invest in basement waterproofing to prevent such moisture […]

Close-up of cracked basement foundation and separating chimney.

Foundation Repair Resources

10 Reasons to Repair Foundation Damage ASAP Learn More

It’s tempting to believe that leaks and damage coming from your foundation are temporary. After all, the damage will eventually go away – right? Not necessarily. In fact, the longer you let a leak or crack go, the more it can impact the way you live, the value of your home, and your wallet. If […]

Wet and moldy cinderblock wall and pipe in the basement.

Basement Waterproofing Resources

The Inspector’s Basement Waterproofing Checklist Learn More

Trying to figure out whether or not your basement is suffering from a crack or leak can be stressful. After all, the untrained eye has a difficult enough time determining what the symptoms of basement problems are. Trying to tell the difference between a crack and a leak, not to mention a basement crack and […]

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Fargo, ND

1330 41st St. N
Fargo, ND 58102

Minneapolis, MN

6265 Carmen Ave.
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

Rush City, MN

1325 S Frandsen Ave
Rush City, MN 55069