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What are the signs of a damaged foundation? Vertical or horizontal cracks in a concrete foundation or step cracks in a brick foundation. Foundation sinking. Chimney or additions separating from [...]

As critical as properly functioning doors and windows are to you and your home’s safety and security, homeowners insurance also serves a very important role in protecting your home. Homeowners [...]

Whether you are an ambitious first-time homeowner or are seeking a new adventure, deciding to build your own home is exciting, but is also accompanied by tough decisions. From your new home’s [...]

With the warm weather finally here, everyone seems to want to get out of the house and into the sunshine. In spite of the rising temperature, house prices are falling this year, leaving [...]

Being an Ottawa homeowner can be exciting. However, on the other hand, anxiously awaiting in nail-biting anticipation of the spring thaw, which can determine whether or not your basement is [...]

Trees can indirectly contribute to foundation damage, but others factors often play a larger role You’re sitting on your front porch enjoying a refreshing iced tea. Leaves rustle from your [...]

Know your foundation and what repairs you need before insulating your basement Did you know a poorly insulated basement can account for 20 percent of your home’s heat loss? Being familiar with [...]