Why May Is the Perfect Time to Check Your Foundation

Why May Is the Perfect Time to Check Your Foundation As the weather warms up in Illinois, May is more than just a time for flowers and sunshine—it’s also the best time to inspect and protect your home’s foundation. After months of freezing temperatures, heavy rain, and soil movement, spring…

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Crucial Things to Consider Before Finishing a Basement

Transforming an unfinished basement into a vibrant and functional space can add significant value to your home. Whether you envision a cozy family room, a home office, or a game room, the first step in any successful renovation is proper preparation. At Atlas Restoration, we don’t handle the finishing touches,…

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Complete Guide to Understanding Foundation Cracks

Homeownership comes with many joys and responsibilities, one of which is maintaining the integrity of your home’s foundation. Cracks in the foundation can be alarming and can range from benign to severe. Understanding the types of foundation cracks, their causes, and how to effectively deal with them is crucial to…

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How Water Seepage Can Affect Your Home’s Foundation

Nestled beneath the sturdy walls and the comforting hum of daily life lies an unseen sentinel in our homes—the foundation that unassumingly bears the weight of our world. Yet, beneath this bedrock of security, a silent adversary often lurks, one that can seep through the cracks and crevices of our…

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Exterior Waterproofing and Drainage: Dos and Don’ts

As a homeowner in the Chicagoland area, you understand the importance of protecting your home from water damage. Exterior waterproofing and drainage systems play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of your home’s foundation and preventing costly repairs. However, with so many options available, it can be challenging to…

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Uneven Floors and Foundation Problems: A Comprehensive Guide

UNEVEN FLOORS AND FOUNDATION PROBLEMS: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE 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 of the building but can also significantly…

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Solid Ground: Expert Solutions for Every Foundation Problem

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 of the building but can also significantly affect its value and safety. Identifying and addressing…

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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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The Best Way to Waterproof a Basement

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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