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Who can you call for foundation problems in the Saguenay – Lac-Saint-Jean region?

Have you noticed traces of water leaking into your basement and are worried because you have noticed cracks in your foundation? Then you had the right idea: to search online to find a company that specializes in foundation repairs. While searching, you probably found that several companies offer foundation waterproofing or crack repair services in

Fight against water infiltration by locating it

Despite the disappearance of snow, the rise of mercury and the arrival of sunny days, some owners are apprehensive about the arrival of spring. For many of them, it is synonymous with a flood. And the warning signs can be particularly well hidden, how to repair it when you do not know where the water

Problems caused by water seepage in an elevator pit

Elevator pits are one of the areas of a building that almost never come to mind. At least not until the elevator breaks down. One of the most common problems in elevator pits is water seepage. When water seeps into an elevator pit, the consequences can be disastrous. In this article, find out how water

What can damage your concrete floor?

Durable, safe and easy to maintain, concrete is a choice material for garage and basement floors, as well as an excellent thermal insulator. When properly maintained, it can withstand most stresses that would eventually damage a wood, vinyl, or ceramic floor. However, concrete is not an indestructible material. A few external elements can harm your

Should your concrete foundation be checked for waterproofing regularly?

Waterproofing the concrete foundation is an important step in all construction projects. This protects your building from most of the water or moisture contained in the soil surrounding the foundation for several decades after its construction. Over time, or under certain specific external conditions, it is possible that the water-repellent concrete foundation may deteriorate more

Can any sealant be used to fill a concrete crack?

Because of the brittle nature of exterior (or interior) concrete when subjected to strong tractions, it is not uncommon to see cracks appear. This normal phenomenon in the life cycle of a structure is not synonymous with a design defect. Ground movements due to the action of frost or water are usually the cause.

How gutter problems can affect your foundation

It’s a well-known fact that water is the biggest threat to concrete foundations. Your home’s gutter system is designed to reduce the amount of water that gets into the ground near your foundation. Gutters catch the water that flows off your roof when it rains or snows and divert it further away. Our foundation crack

Self-healing concrete with bacteria: truth or fiction?

Used by the Roman Empire to build architectural wonders that have survived the test of time, concrete has proven to be one of the most durable building materials developed by man. However, over time, its degradation can cause significant cracks requiring repairs. But is it reasonable to think that one day it will be possible

How does flooding affect a building’s foundation?

Most Quebec homeowners understand the various weather conditions that foundations have to withstand all year round, but are they aware of the damage that can be caused by extreme natural events such as flooding? Since many homes are flooded each spring when the water rises, it is worth considering the effects that this flooding has

Better understand concrete pool cracks

Swimming season is just around the corner! If you have a swimming pool, you will probably soon be preparing to cool down in crystal clear water as soon as the first heat wave hits. However, when you inspect your concrete pool, you may notice that cracks have appeared over the winter. If this happens, you
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