Iowa Residents Need to Be Aware of Radon Gas Radon gas is a natural radioactive gas caused by the breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water. You can’t see, smell, or taste it. It enters your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation and can also enter through well water. Your home … Continue reading Why Are Radon Levels So High in Iowa?
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How Can a Ceiling Crack Mean You Need Foundation Repair?
Ceiling cracks can become a significant concern for homeowners. They lead to water leaks and create unattractive blemishes on the ceiling and walls. Ceiling cracks are prevalent in aging homes but can also indicate significant foundation issues such as settlement. All homes, regardless of age and material, will encounter movement over time. So, what causes … Continue reading How Can a Ceiling Crack Mean You Need Foundation Repair?
Signs You Need Basement Waterproofing in Your Iowa or Nebraska Home
Spring Means Excess Water Around your Foundation With the amount of snow that Iowa and Nebraska have most winters along with the spring rains, you should be concerned about your basements getting wet. As the soil becomes saturated, with the thawing of the snow and the rain, drainage issues cause problems for basements. Signs that you … Continue reading Signs You Need Basement Waterproofing in Your Iowa or Nebraska Home
How Do You Know You Need Crawl Space Repair
Crawl Space Common Problems in Iowa and Nebraska The crawl space is one of the most disregarded and neglected spaces in a home. But because a crawl space is part of the home, what happens in the crawl space can affect the entire home, so they need to be checked for some common problems. Check … Continue reading How Do You Know You Need Crawl Space Repair
Radon Testing and Mitigation in Iowa and Nebraska
Why is Radon Testing So Important in Iowa and Nebraska Radon is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that enters homes through cracks, holes, or any other opening you may have in your home. Radon is measured in picocuries per liter (pCi/L). The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has defined 4.0 pCi/L as the level at that … Continue reading Radon Testing and Mitigation in Iowa and Nebraska
Wall Leak Repair in Lincoln
What do you do when your wall leaks? When you discover water coming through a crack in your basement wall, the first thing you need to do is call a professional. Don’t try to cover up the crack yourself, this can cause more damage because the water will accumulate within the wall and cause more … Continue reading Wall Leak Repair in Lincoln
Sump Pump Installation in Lincoln
What is the importance of your sump pump? Sump pumps play an important role in preventing water issues in basements. It gives you an extra piece in the role of basement waterproofing. A sump pump removes water that has accumulated in the sump basin. The sump basin also called the “pit”, is normally located at the … Continue reading Sump Pump Installation in Lincoln
Drywall Crack Repair in NE
Finding a crack in your drywall should not be ignored. Not only will the crack cause water to leak into your home, but it can be a sign of foundation settlement. It is important to understand the cause of the crack and not try to repair it by just covering it up. This could lead … Continue reading Drywall Crack Repair in NE
Basement Drain Repair in Lincoln
Basement drain repair is needed to keep your basement and home free of water and damage to your home. The major cause of foundation problems is water. The solution could be as simple as cleaning out gutters or extending downspouts. However, a professional may need to be called for more serious problems. These can include … Continue reading Basement Drain Repair in Lincoln
Floor Repair Services in Omaha
Omaha residents need a trustworthy, reliable company that they can depend on when they have floor cracks in their homes. At Jerry’s Waterproofing, we offer foundation repair to eliminate cracked floors and settled concrete slabs. In Omaha, we are here to help you find the reason why you have basement cracks and make stop them … Continue reading Floor Repair Services in Omaha