Every building stands on its foundation, which serves as the bedrock for the structure above. When this foundation is compromised, it can lead to a myriad of structural problems that not only threaten the integrity...
Most home foundations tend to crack over time, so much so that many homeowners have come to expect — and ignore them. In fact, even newly constructed homes can begin to show cracks within a...
General contractors’ profitability is tied to their reputations. That’s why when you are in the middle of a build, you want subcontractors on the job who can help them solve difficult issues — before they...
There could be many reasons you are experiencing water in your basement, but if water is making its way into your home you must act quickly to protect your investment. Your home’s value can be...
A basement is one of the top features homeowners look for when choosing a property to purchase. A well-designed basement provides more area for living and entertaining. And even if it’s not well-designed, a basement...
Atlas Restoration's Mission Statement Atlas Restoration LLC. is a family owned and operated business based in the Chicagoland area. For over 40 years Atlas has been the premier foundation repair and waterproofing contractor in the...
Atlas Restoration Receives Rating From Better Business Bureau Atlas Restoration is pleased to announce an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois! Earlier this year the Better Business Bureau of...
Crack In My Basement or crawlspace Sign Structural Problem At Atlas Restoration we see thousands of cracks a year, the majority of which are not the result of structural movement. Most cracks are simply shrinkage...
Concrete Slab Curling Curling is one of the most common defects found in a structure's floors. Slabs curl upward at joints, saw-cuts and edges. As forklifts pass over the joint, this loss of subgrade support...
How to Eliminate Concrete Slab Curling Here's how Atlas Restoration tackles concrete slab curling: Movement is precisely measured at joints to assess severity of curling. Straight edges are also used to determine amount of curl....
