4 High-Pressure Home Improvement Sales Tactics Know Some High-Pressure Home Improvement Sales Tactics Representatives that are selling products related to home improvement can be some of the most challenging salespeople to deal with. Why? Because it’s easy to convince people to spend money on their homes. You spend lots of time in and around your […]
Fixing Florida’s Sinkhole Problem Florida Sinkhole Repair In the news, we have all heard of the horrific and tragic sink hole in Seffner, Florida. But many do not understand what the cause of these formations or what can be done about them. Foundation repair techniques have been developed over the years that successfully deals with these […]
Foundation Repair Myths: 4 Misconceptions Homeowners Shouldn’t Believe Hearing that your home may need foundation repair can feel overwhelming—and a little scary. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of misinformation out there that can make the situation seem worse than it actually is. From fears about cost to concerns about resale value, these foundation repair myths often […]
New England Foundation Repairs New England Foundation Repair Project Of the many projects New England Foundation and Stabilization Co. have reviewed and worked on, this small house is on the top of our list for the most severe settlement we have witnessed. Our company had reviewed this project several times under different owners until finally […]
Understanding and Managing Expansive Soils Expansive soils, present in every U.S. state and around the world, cause billions of dollars in damage to homes every year. In fact, expansive soils are responsible for more financial loss than earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, and tornadoes combined. Proper foundation design and maintenance are critical to preserving the structural integrity […]
Overcoming Boston Soil Challenges with Helical Pier Foundation Support Local Contractor looks to Atlas System of New England for Foundation Support When a Boston contractor planned a 5-story addition to an existing structure, challenging soil conditions and limited site access created a significant foundation challenge. To safely support the new structure, a deep foundation solution […]
Helical Anchors Used For Solar Power Solar panels = sustainability. The small town of Dalton, Georgia is moving toward becoming the site of the largest solar field in the state. The project, owned by Georgia Power, will bring sustainable energy to the Dalton area for many years to come. Solar panels are an intentional project. […]
Interior Basement Drainage Systems When it comes to draining water from around and under basements there is a single preferred method and a whole host of less desirable methods. This preferred method is named many things but has a few basic elements that engineers and professional waterproofing contractors prefer. Sealed System Pitched Drain Piping Cold […]
Solving Common Rain Gutter Problems Your gutters are designed to perform one simple, yet very important task—collect and move water away from your foundation. While this sounds like a very simple function, it is also critical in protecting your home from flooding and structural damage. Even with only a ½” rain, a 2,000 square foot […]
Carbon Fiber Foundation Repair: A Modern Fix for Bowing or Cracked Basement Walls When you think of carbon fiber, your mind probably jumps to race cars, airplanes, or even high-performance sports gear like fishing poles or golf clubs. But did you know this same advanced material is being used to fix cracked and bowing basement […]