When it comes to the foundation of your home, there’s probably a lot you’re not familiar with. It can be hard to make the right decisions if you don’t know enough about the subject. Here are 15 foundation terms that everyone should know when thinking about their foundation. The first five are the main types … Read more
As a homeowner, your home is your most important investment. Keeping it in tip-top shape is crucial to growing your investment and earning the highest possible return. We at Ray Arnold Masonry and General Contracting totally understand this. If you are planning a remodel that requires masonry, consider this set of questions first: Who’s doing … Read more
You probably do not think about your foundation at all, but it is an essential part of your home. Your foundation keeps your floors, walls and ceiling from crumbling to pieces. Without a solid foundation, the structure of your home is compromised. To maintain a healthy home, it is crucial to know how to spot … Read more
If you have ever looked closely at cinder block or brick structures, you are probably aware of step cracks. These are vertical and horizontal cracks that run through the mortar of blocks, making them look like stair steps. These common foundational defects are often no more than cosmetic blemishes on an otherwise structurally sound building. … Read more
As you might imagine, we’ve seen basements in every stage of flooding — from a tiny leak to an unpleasantly surprising indoor swimming pool. We also meet a lot of folks who worry about the possibility of water damage to their home and possessions. They have a lot of questions and aren’t sure what they … Read more
If you’ve struggled with a leaking basement, then you know how frustrating it can be. What you might not know is what causes the leaking in the first place. After all, the builders didn’t make a house with the intention of letting water into the basement, did they? Probably not. While some older homes with … Read more