Why Does Concrete Break?
One of AA Action Waterproofing’s areas of expertise is concrete repair or replacement. It’s a natural part of our job since many foundations are made of concrete. But to some, it’s still quite surprising that a substance that looks and feels rock hard could be vulnerable to defect. The truth of the matter is that concrete is a tough, durable construction material, which is one of the reasons that it’s still in use over 100 years after its invention. But concrete, like anything else in this world, can be a victim of time and the elements, usually both, since concrete is primarily made to withstand the rigors of the outdoors. Here are a few of the reasons why concrete might need to be repaired or replaced. Continue reading →
A tree is a fine addition to any house lot. Although they may require some care and attention while they’re young, once they reach a certain age they can take care of themselves, rain or shine, hot or cold. However, trees never really stop growing until they die, and although it’s fairly easy to trim them away from power lines and sidewalks above ground, it’s harder to stop their roots from destroying important pipes or buried power lines if they are sited incorrectly or else simply grow too large. Here are some ideas on maintaining homes with trees. 
AAAction Waterproofing is always happy to lend our expertise to Maryland residents when it comes to foundation and basement problems. Our experience is always available to those that need serious, professional help. But we also believe that for many people, a lot of issues can be avoided with a little diligence and prevention, and the humble downspout is one of those areas that we’d like to discuss today. It may not seem like much in the grand scheme of a home or other building, but the correct installation of a downspout can be exactly what you need to prevent costly repairs from water damage, and this is something that any home or building owner can easily do without professional assistance. 
Getting a foundation repaired is a significant act for any home or building owner, and it requires a knowledgeable, experienced team to do the job properly. AAAction Waterproofing is one such company, but if a foundation needs to be repaired, what exactly do we do to achieve that goal? 
Your foundation is a pretty important part of your home, hence the name, and a cracked or damaged foundation can lead to basement flooding and leaking rather quickly. A home cannot be waterproofed and allowed to have cracks in the foundation, which is why this is just one waterproofing service we provide at AA Action Waterproofing. For those in the Maryland area, many often wonder just how these cracks begin to appear in their foundation in the first place, and we want to provide you the answer to just that question! 
During the summer, you’re probably not thinking much about how cold weather will affect the foundation of your home, but perhaps you should. The deep freezes that we sometimes experience during the winter in the Maryland region can wreak havoc on your foundation, and this can easily lead to dreaded leaks once the winter snows begin to thaw out. At AA Action Waterproofing, we’ve seen the kind of damage that cold weather can do to foundations all across the region, and we’re here to help you to prepare your foundation for a sound winter ahead. 
When most people use or think of the word “foundation,” it conjures a sense of large, reliable immobility. A foundation, after all, is the base on which everything else sits. That sounds like something that should last forever. And yet, in some cases, a home or other building that started out with a solid foundation can, over decades, become a problem, and even require repair for the good of a building’s continued long term “health.” If left untreated, an unrepaired foundation can cause an entire structure to move in different directions. This can result in obvious damage, like concrete or brick walls cracking, floors becoming uneven and doors sticking. It may even lead to new additions to a home falling out of “alignment” or steps to your home no longer sitting evenly at your door. 
Hurricane season is upon us in the Maryland region, and while meteorologists are calling for a slower season than usual, it’s important to stay prepared. Maryland will experience a serious hurricane once every couple of years, but with the devastation they can cause, it’s always important to prepare. While boarding up the windows and buckling down belongings may come as second nature in terms of hurricane preparations, may Maryland homeowners don’t consider their foundation, which is an incredibly important part of the home. 
