Crawl Space to Full Basement Conversion
If your existing home is built with a crawl space, we can create a full-height basement! Here's how the process works: First, a ramp is excavated to provide access to the work area. Then, the soils are...
View ArticleWhy Convert a Crawl Space to a Basement
Do any of these questions apply to you? Is your home feeling a bit cramped? Are you unable to host friends and family in your home due to lack of space? Do you need a place for the kids to play? Are...
View ArticleBasement Waterproofing Benefits
Consider the following advantages of basement waterproofing: An increase in your home's property value. A structurally sound foundation. A healthier home environment for you and your family. A warmer...
View ArticleDo I Really Need a Battery Backup System for My Sump Pump?
Yes! If you have a pump that runs even occasionally, you should have a backup system, powered by either a battery or self-starting generator. When an electric pump fails, you risk substantial seepage...
View ArticleHow Do I Know If My Drain Tiles Are Working Properly?
Since your floor's footing tiles are not visible and typically cannot be adequately seen by a sewer camera, the only sign that they are working properly is if seepage through the floor, or around the...
View ArticleWhat Makes Our Backup Sump Pumps So Unique?
At Atlas Restoration, we know the importance of location for back-up sump pumps. Our pumps, unlike most others used by repair companies, are positioned outside the sump water. Positioning the backup...
View ArticlePolyurethane Foam Crack Injection
Concrete CracksCracks in concrete caused by shrinkage are a common foundation problem. Cracks due to shrinkage and are easy to detect, since they almost always extend through the full thickness of the...
View ArticleA Few Facts About Wet Basements
• Wet basements create the perfect environment for termite activity.• Trapped musty air in basements travel to upper living areas in buildings.• Wet basements are a breeding ground for excessive mold...
View ArticleShould I Insulate My Home With AtlasFoil?
If you have an older home, built twenty or more years ago, then your home likely doesn't have added or effective insulation. In fact, a recent survey shows that only 20% of homes built after 1980 are...
View ArticleIs My House Sinking?
I get asked this question all the time and chances are good that, if anything, only a small portion of your home is sinking.Signs That Your House May Be Sinking Cracked drywall Cracked bricks or...
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