Serving Kansas and Missouri

Pros & Cons of a Sealed Crawl Space
 
Tue Oct 21

A sealed crawl space comes with real advantages for comfort, air quality, and energy use. It’s designed to close off the ground and walls so moisture, mold, and pests can’t move freely under your home. For many Kansas City homeowners, sealing the crawl space improves indoor air and reduces seasonal...

Simple Sump Pump Maintenance Tips
 
Tue Oct 14

A sump pump only works when it’s cared for. Dust, debris, or a stuck float can stop it at the worst time. Simple upkeep keeps your foundation dry and reduces the chance you’ll need costly foundation piering later. We’ve seen pumps last twice as long with basic cleaning and quick...

Steel Piers for Foundation: Everything You Need to Know
 
Tue Oct 7

Steel piers for foundation repair are one of the strongest solutions for homes that have settled or shifted. Many families worry about cracks in walls or uneven floors, and the right pier system can stop further movement and stabilize the structure. From our work, we’ve seen how steel piers last...

Types of Drainage Systems + How to Choose
 
Tue Sep 30

Basement water problems are one of the most common concerns for homeowners. The fix usually comes down to picking between two types of drainage systems: interior or exterior. Each one has its own role in protecting your foundation from water damage. Which option makes sense often depends on your home...

What Dehumidifier Size Do I Need?
 
Tue Sep 23

Basement humidity is one of the most common comfort problems we see. It often raises the question of what solution works, which dehumidifier is reliable, what size matches the space, how do I avoid nonstop cycles, and what level of power I really need. A unit that’s too small leaves...

Water in the Basement: Causes, Solutions, & Preventions
 
Tue Sep 16

Water in the basement is one of the most common problems that we see after heavy rains. It usually starts outside the house, often due to poor drainage, small gutters, or improper grading. In the Midwest, our soil keeps water and puts pressure on the basement walls. When this happens,...