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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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 significantly decreased by water damage, particularly when that damage involves the foundation. And if water…
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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 adds an element of value to your home just by virtue of extra storage space.…
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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 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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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 cracks that are subject to seepage but pose no structural threat to your home. Untreated,…
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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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Crawl Liner Encapsulation vs Concrete Crawl Floors I was recently asked about the pros and cons of crawl liners and concrete crawl floors. Considering that we have had many years of experience installing both of these systems I feel that Atlas Restoration is uniquely qualified to answer this question. The…
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Where\'s the Best Place to Use Atlasfoil Insulation Installing AtlasFoil in your attic is one of the easiest energy upgrades you can do for your home. Using a radiant barrier in your attic is already mandatory in parts of the United States, which makes perfect sense since it greatly reduces…
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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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