Spring, summer and fall can be some of the better times of the year to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather. The weather allows for plenty of outdoor activities. Trees have an abundance of shade and everything is green. With all of that also comes rain and the need...
The soils in Louisville are tough on homes and many homeowners will have foundation problems at some point. Cracks in the walls, and doors and windows that stick shut and unlevel floors are all common signs of foundation problems. If you start to notice these issues...
There are several types of home foundations, poured concrete, cinder block, slab, etc. In Kentucky, most home foundations are made up of concrete poured over steel rebar to form a slab. The steel is in place to keep the concrete from moving and to assist in holding it...
The Winter Season is closing in and the change in weather conditions can effect your home’s foundation. We created a list of things to lookout for. Foundation Cracks Small hairline cracks in your home’s foundation are a common occurrence in most homes. However, the...
So you just found out that your home has major foundation damage and needs to be repaired. You were hoping the cracks would go away and not be an issue, but it turns out the house is settling and needs foundation piers. Until now, you have never even heard of...
Fall is upon us and the weather is starting to cool off. As the weather cools we enjoy the outdoor weather and the change of season. But the change in season will also change the soil conditions. Here are a few things that will help your foundation around your...
The tough Kentucky soils can cause problems for home foundations. The soil combined with the climate can cause foundations to crack and settle over time. At Best Waterproofing, we use DynaPier® foundation piers to repair home foundations. The DynaPier® has several...
There are several warning signs that your home might need foundation repair. It’s important to pay attention to your home and watch for anything unusual. These are a few signs that every home owners should know about. Cracks in the Foundation & Dry Wall At Best...
One of our customers in the Louisville area had really nice patio and brick wall completed in the summer. The problem is, the company that was hired to do this work missed a few crucial steps.The other company’s workers did...
There are some situations where getting a second opinion is worth the consumers time and money. Take a recent instance at Best Waterproofing. We were contacted by a customer who had a big crack in their front step. They had recently contacted another company in the...
We all know that during the rainy seasons basements can leak and moisture is present. Many homeowners, however, do not know that the risk of their basement leaking in the winter is just as high as the risk of it leaking during the rainy season. During the winter...
A powerful storm front pushed through Kentucky over the weekend setting records, damaging property and causing over 80 people to need rescuing. Louisville and the Jefferson County areas were affected most by the storm. Although there were no reported injuries, many of...
When homeowners need crawl space repair they often will research on the internet for do-it-yourself methods. There is a lot of good information out there and some not so good information. Unprofessional crawlspace repair is most often a temporary fix to a big...
Scientists have estimated there are more than an estimated 400,000 varieties of mold. Only a fraction of those have been studied and named. In the U.S. there are about 1,000 types of molds that are commonly found in homes and some of these are much more common...
People tend to ignore their home drainage systems . . . until a catastrophe happens! Home drainage systems, however, must be properly and professionally installed and regularly maintained to keep major issues from happening. There are many possible problems that can...
There are a number of options that Louisville, KY home owners can opt for when it comes to foundation repair. From minor repairs to major overhauls and reconstruction, it is important to understand when you will need to call upon a professional foundation repair...
If you are a Louisville, KY homeowner, you have to ensure that your basement is clean and most importantly dry. Basement waterproofing is necessary if you want to have full usage of this part of your home. Apart from providing extra storage or living space it can also...
If your home is settling and you think or have been told that house jacks might be a solution to your problem, you may want to research to better understand house jacks and piers. There are numerous kinds of piers or pilings that work well depending on various factors...
