The Contractor’s Guide to Waterproofing Concrete Foundations

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 become full-blown problems. Take foundation issues on building sites, specifically those that can lead to…

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Atlas Restoration’s Mission Statement

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 region. Even after 40 years our motto remains \"not the biggest, simply the best\" and…

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Atlas Restoration Receives Rating from Better Business Bureau

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 Chicago and Northern Illinois introduced a new rating system. Using a proprietary computerized formula, it…

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Concrete Slab Curling

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 causes slab movement. Joint edges deteriorate, cracks in the slab develop and wires embedded in…

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How to Eliminate Concrete Slab Curling

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. Movement greater than .015 inches is severe enough to cause deterioration three to four times…

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Atlas Polyurethane Slabjacking

Atlas Polyurethane Slabjacking Atlas Polyurethane Slabjacking is a process of injecting a high-density polyurethane under a slab to build up pressure and hydraulically lift the slab up to its original position. To learn more about Atlas Polyurethane Slabjacking click on this link: https://atlasrestoration.com/curling.html

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Industrial and Warehouse Floor Repair

Industrial and Warehouse Floor Repair Most industrial floors take a lot of abuse. They’re subject to repeated heavy loads, hard wheel traffic, impact forces, abrasive wear, and aggressive chemicals. If floors haven’t been properly designed and built, they may develop defects and wear out well before the expected design life.…

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Atlas Polyurethane Undersealing

Atlas Polyurethane Undersealing Using a high-density polyurethane material, Atlas can restore the compromised subgrade support by curling warehouse slabs as they improperly cure. Click on the following link to learn more about Atlas Polyurethane Undersealing https://atlasrestoration.com/how-eliminate-concrete-slab-curling/

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Slab Undersealing

Slab Undersealing Slab Undersealing is a process of pumping a cementious or polyurethane grout through holes cored in the slab. This grout flows under the slab and effectively fills any voids beneath the concrete slab. Slab undersealing effectively eliminates slab rocking which, over time, will deteriorate even the strongest slab.…

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What is the Best Time of Year for Waterproofing

What is the Best Time of Year for Waterproofing Most repairs can be done year round, even during extremely cold or wet weather. Winter is actually a good time for repairs as most contractors are not as busy. Delaying a waterproofing repair is never a good option, since water problems…

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