By Aaron Kuertz

Concrete Cracks in Basements

Many homes that have concrete basements have foundation cracks. This is a normal situation because as the concrete cures it shrinks in volume. This shrinkage creates stresses in the concrete wall. To relieve the stress, the concrete cracks. The most common areas for a “shrinkage crack” to occur are in the middle of a long wall, below a corner of a basement window or where the foundation wall changes height.

A large number of homes built since 1990 have their walls coated with a waterproof membrane. This waterproofing protects many cracks from leaks, but it can be defeated. Whether your home is protected by waterproofing or not, there are several ways for water to get into the basement; Read more »

The basement can be an awesome part of your home. The right kind of home improvement project can really elevate the basement into the favourite part of your home. However, decorating the basement can be a bit of a challenge so here are some helpful hints. Read more »

There is one part of your house that is often overlooked when trying to add to its equity. It is also the section of your house with the most untapped potential. Game room, fitness room or living area; the opportunities are endless. However, you probably want to consider which option adds the most to your equity. The truth is, that it depends on a lot of things, but the fact remains that a basement improvement project is highly likely to be a solid investment. In this blog post we will look into the options you have for your basement when it comes to entertainment and fitness rooms. Read more »

When it comes to home improvement the basement always seems to be the last section of the house that you work on. However, basement improvement is a great way to improve the value of your home financially and otherwise. From gaming rooms, exercise rooms and entertainment rooms to monetizing your basement by turning it into an apartment. This post will dive into the endless possibilities for turning your basement improvement project into a room the entire family will enjoy while at the same time adding tremendous value to your home.
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