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Why Do Foundation Problems Get Worse During Missouri Summers?
Many homeowners expect to find foundation problems after a season of heavy rain. What often surprises them is that some of the most significant movement happens during the hottest, driest months of the year. Throughout the St. Louis area, it’s common for homeowners to notice new foundation cracks, sticking doors,
Why St. Louis Basements Leak After Heavy Rain
If you’ve lived in the St. Louis area for very long, you’ve probably experienced a spring or early summer storm that seemed to bring days of nonstop rain. While your yard may dry out within a few days, the ground beneath your home often tells a different story. One of
Foundation Repairs We’ve Recommended That Didn’t Involve Piers
When homeowners hear the words foundation repair, many immediately picture large excavation projects, steel piers, and expensive structural work. The reality is often very different. At Perma Jack of St. Louis, we’ve inspected thousands of homes, and one thing we’ve learned is that not every foundation problem requires foundation piers.
How Does Basement Waterproofing Work in a Finished Basement?
One of the biggest concerns homeowners have when they discover water in a finished basement isn’t the waterproofing itself. It’s everything that comes after. Questions like: “Are you going to tear out all of my drywall?” “Will my finished basement be destroyed?” “Do I have to replace all of my
Carbon Fiber Straps vs. Epoxy Injection: What’s the Difference?
If you’ve discovered a crack in your basement wall, you’ve probably started searching for repair options. Two solutions you’ll see mentioned frequently are carbon fiber straps and epoxy crack injection. The problem? Many homeowners assume they’re competing repair methods. However, they usually solve two very different problems. At Perma Jack
What Older St. Louis Homes Teach Us About Foundation Movement
The St. Louis area is full of homes with history. From brick homes built in the early 1900s to ranch homes from the 1950s and subdivisions developed throughout the 1980s, every generation of construction tells a different story. One question we hear during foundation inspections is, “Is this happening because
An Inside Look at a Perma Jack of St. Louis Basement Drainage System Installation
When homeowners hear the term “basement waterproofing system,” they often picture a sump pump sitting in the corner of the basement. But the sump pump is only one piece of the system. The real work happens underneath the floor. Recently, our team at Perma Jack of St. Louis completed a
How Waterproof Paints and Coatings Compare to Complete Basement Drainage Systems
If you’ve discovered a crack in your basement wall, you’ve probably started searching for repair options. Two solutions you’ll see mentioned frequently are carbon fiber straps and epoxy crack injection. The problem? Many homeowners assume they’re competing repair methods. However, they usually solve two very different problems. At Perma Jack
Early Warning Signs of Foundation Failure
Most foundation problems don’t show up all at once. They start small and are easy to ignore, a hairline foundation crack, a small drywall crack, or a stickling door. Most homeowners don’t think much about the issues at first. Those small signs are often the early stages of something bigger.
