You see it everyday as you pull up in your driveway or leave your house. Despite seeing it so often, you don’t usually know the actual condition it’s in because you only see it from afar. What is it that you see regularly in your home but don’t know the actual condition of? Your roof…

When most people hear about a gas that can’t be seen, yet is hazardous and even potentially dangerous, the first thing most people think of is Carbon Monoxide poisoning. However, there’s another gas that you and your family needs to be aware of – radon. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, radon exposure accounts…

Mold can be a concern for you and those that live or work in your building. Mold most often thrives in areas that have suffered water damage within the home or building. Mold spores can impact the health of those living or working in the structure. Continue reading, if you’re concerned about mold and to…

A foundation is considered the lowest load-bearing part of a building, and is typically below ground level. The foundation is what supports a house or building. When you have foundation issues, it impacts many elements of the building. There are several common indicators that may justify having your building assessed.  Common indications of foundation concerns…

The recent years of summer heat and lack of rain has impacted more than the farmers and their crops. The drought has impacted most homeowners throughout the Midwest. The possible damage from a drought is more than a brown lawn and scorched tree leaves. According to the National Integrated Drought Information System, a drought is impacting…

Pole Barns are continuing to gain in popularity. A pole barn is a building that has no foundation and its sides are often made of corrugated steel or even aluminum panels. It is then supported by poles that are set in the ground. The poles are typically set at about eight-foot intervals. You can have a…