2019

Three Obvious Signs of a Building with a Weak Foundation

The foundation of a building is the part which determines its structural integrity. When it is laid properly, the building stays strong and rarely develops structural problems. On the other hand, when contractors make mistakes in the process of laying the foundation, the structure eventually weakens. There are also cases where buildings whose foundations were initially strong weaken as a result of harsh weather and artificial calamities. The best way to deal with foundation issues is to learn the signs of a weak foundation and get a damage contractor to help with repairs before the building falls apart.…

Questions to Ask Your Contractor When Seeking Rising Damp Repairs

Rising damp is one of the most common consequences of poor waterproofing in your home. Moisture that may be present on your floors is slowly sucked up the wall and causes damage over time. If you notice brown stains or damaged skirting or lose plastering on your walls, you may have a rising damp problem. Seeking repairs for rising damp is an important step to take. This is because such damage may interfere with the stability of your walls and make the repair process costlier.…

Hello, my name is David and last year, my family home was hit by a cyclone. We live right on the coast in Queensland, eastern Australia, so we get the brunt of any bad weather which blows this way. I expected this storm to be like any other, but it wasn't. The rain kept coming down and eventually, the ground floor of my property was completely submerged. Thankfully, I found a great damage contractor who helped me to pump the water out so we could begin restoration work. I decided to start this blog to offer advice to others who are in a similar situation.