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How Can I Prevent Water from Entering My Crawl Space?

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What’s the best way to prevent water from entering my crawl space? If you’re new to homeownership, you may not know why this is such a significant question. Homes with crawl spaces or basements, just about all of them in Kansas City, are vulnerable to water intrusion, which contributes…
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Do I Need Crawl Space Encapsulation?

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What is the purpose of crawl space encapsulation? This is a procedure we use to address problems with excessive moisture beneath one’s home. In Kansas City, some residences have basements, whereas others have crawl spaces of various sizes. Encapsulation is an intervention we use when homeowners can’t address high…
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Do I Need a Dehumidifier in My Crawl Space?

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Humidity and moisture can be a significant source of damage to your home’s crawl space or basement. Many homeowners install a dehumidifier in their crawl space to avoid wood rot, mold, warped floors, and other foundation headaches. How essential is it to have a dehumidifier for these crucial areas…
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How Much Does Bowed Wall Repair Cost?

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How much does bowed wall repair cost in Kansas City? KC Pier offers repair solutions to problems like bowed or cracked walls since it’s a common problem around here. In this post, we’ll discuss ways to fix bowed walls, and explain what contributes to cost estimates. What Causes Bowed…
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Can You Repair Foundation Cracks Yourself?

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Is it ever okay to take a “DIY” approach when you need to repair foundation cracks? There are a few times when you can follow a video tutorial and tackle wall cracks yourself. We advise caution, though, if you have no prior experience, lack the tools and epoxy, or…
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How Does Crack Injection Work?

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Crack injection is a method that foundation repair contractors will use to address cracks along the foundation wall. How well it works depends on a few factors, including the size and direction or the cracks. Here are a few things you should know about fixing wall cracks around your…
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How Can I Prevent Foundation Wall Cracks?

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What are the best ways to prevent foundation wall cracks around your home? This is worth careful consideration because cracks, larger and small, are a common reason homeowners call us for assistance. Plus, they may start small, but ultimately erode into a much greater problem if you ignore them….
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What is Causing My Foundation Wall to Crack?

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So, what exactly causes a foundation wall to crack? It’s one of the common occurrences in residential homes throughout our area. Because of the constantly shifting soil beneath our homes, it’s easy for concrete materials to crack. Since knowing these things can save you lots of money, it helps…
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How Much Will it Cost to Waterproof My Basement?

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How much would it cost to waterproof my basement with KC Pier? Prudent homeowners always assess the costs of a home improvement project before signing a contract. Sometimes, when you have a serious foundation problem, like basement leaks, you may have no choice but to do something, but there…
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