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Concrete block foundation repairs require difficult, dirty work to be completed. The two most common problems with block foundations are leaks and cracks. These problems can sometimes be fixed...
Water can cause severe problems to a house's or structure's foundation. Water damage and leaks caused by surface water is easily repairable; however, if the damage is caused by groundwater,...
Concrete foundations are the most common and generally strongest type of foundation. Nonetheless, they do develop problems over time as they settle into the earth. The two main repairs for a...
Repairing an exterior foundation wall is difficult, tricky and time-consuming work. It may be faster and easier to call a contractor, especially if the damage is extensive. If you only have a few...
Nothing spells architectural elegance more than a stucco façade. From Mexican haciendas, to Hollywood mansions, to Mediterranean villas, stucco is beautiful, enduring, and functional. Stucco...
Basement walls that are constructed from blocks can require a number of different repairs over the lifetime of the wall, such as cracks, leaks and complete failures. The good news about basement...
Concrete walls, generally poured as a large piece, can sometimes become damaged. When this happens, apply concrete to the wall to repair it. Not a difficult process, this repair can leave the wall...
Leaks in a concrete and stone basement can be some of the most tedious and difficult to repair because the concrete, acting as the mortar for the stone, often has rotted in areas you cannot access...
Concrete is a building material made from Portland cement, sand, water and aggregate. It is commonly used to build walls, floors and outdoor structures, and it is known for its high level of...
A poured cement foundation is made using plywood forms and braces. It is superior to a block foundations because it can be made to interlock with the footing, providing a complete seal between the...
The wall surrounding your tub takes more abuse than probably any other wall in your house. Even if there's no shower there, the moisture and heat from the tub can eventually soften and crumble the...
Removing wall tile can leave minor to severe underlying damage to the walls. Ceramic tile is installed with one of two types of adhesive: glue-based adhesive called mastic, or cement-based...
Installing wall tile is not difficult, if you follow directions and make sure the surface is prepared correctly. With the thousands of tiles available you’re sure to find something to match your...
People often patch stucco walls for a variety of reasons. The most common being damage to the wall, and the removal of a door or window. Whatever the reason for patching a stucco wall there are...
Parging a cement or cement block wall can transform a dull Unitarian surface into a textured paintable wall. After you parge a wall you can even create unique textures or a stucco look.
Cement walls offer sturdy protection between the interior of a home and the outside elements but they may suffer damage from shifting soils or inadequate installation techniques. In addition, the...
Leaks can occur in basement walls at any time and in any season. They are commonly located in poor masonry work and between the concrete slab foundation and joining walls. Water leaks can cause...