Month: October 2020

If you’re interested in getting foundation repair, or you think your place of work or residence may need foundation repair, this article may help you. We’ve brought together the most commonly asked questions about foundation repair, all with the goal of educating you, the reader, on what to look for, and how to know that it’s time to call in a construction expert.

What will a foundation repair cost me?

For property owners, the average cost of a foundation repair is generally slightly higher than $4000, but can go as low as $1800 and as high as $6500. Minor patching jobs to fix small cracks will usually cost as little as $500, while more major structural repair jobs and underpinning can cost as much as $13,000.

What is the best way to repair foundation, and can I do it myself?

While for most building repairs we’d recommend calling in a trained professional, especially if you don’t know what you are doing, small foundation issues can be fixed pretty easily, and in the following way. You should dampen the cracked foundation, by spraying it with misted water. Push the hydraulic cement mixture into the crack with a putty knife, before allowing it to dry for an hour (two hours at the very most). Add another extra layer of cement mixture, on top of the crack. You can use a trowel to level the cement patch, making it smooth like the wall surface. 

How long will a foundation repair specialist take, to repair cement cracks?

Generally it takes 2 to 3 days, although this highly depends on the context, the nature of the situation and a number of other factors. You should ask this when you are enquiring about foundation repair, as the individual contractor will be able to give you an exact timeframe once they have inspected the site. 

What happens after a foundation repair?

After a foundation repair job has been completed, you may notice visible cracks that are still in the walls or bricks. This is completely normal, and does not mean the repair was ineffective. It takes a few weeks to properly see if there have been changes to the pre-existing cracks, as well as checking if new cracks have developed. Once the foundation has settled, you can go back and fill in these cracks. 

What happens when you don’t fix a foundation problem in a building?

When you don’t fix the foundation of a building, it leaves the opportunity for mould and mildew to grow, which in turn can lead to the deterioration of the wooden members under your home, as well as the disrepair of beams. Cracks and poor sealing around piers and beam foundation can allow water to find its way into the crawl space. 

How do you find the best way to repair foundations?

Here are the most common methods of repairing a building’s foundation: 

• Steel piers
• Helical piers
• Concrete pier foundation repair
• High density polyurethane foam
• Segmented piers 
• Spot piers

Is it safe to be in a building with foundation issues?

While it is possible to live and work in a structure with foundation problems, if you are the owner of the building, you’ll be sorry to hear that it can negatively impact the resale value of the property.

 When it comes to bath towels, there are lots of different options available to you, depending on your tastes in a number of areas. Looking for something durable? Or what about something soft to the touch, to give you that hotel room feel? Regardless of what you look for in a towel and how much you’re willing to spend, here is a breakdown of the various common bath towel fabrics you have to choose from.

 First of all, you should decide on the limitations of your budget. There are some great options available to those with a few less dollars to work with, as well as luxury bath towels on offer for anyone willing to spend a pretty penny and invest that little bit more. Either way, the decision is yours, so let’s get into the most common bath towel fabrics.

Egyptian Cotton

Towels made from Egyptian cotton are softer and more absorbent. The material is hand picked, leaving the fibres unbroken and straight. This in turn can make it easier to elongate the individual fibres, making for finer yarns with not only more length, but stronger and altogether softer cotton. Regular cotton tends to have more splices. Egyptian cotton was a popular trend, and while equally exciting types of cotton towel have emerged since the height of its popularity, it is still a great choice for anyone looking to invest in quality. 

Turkish Cotton

Turkish cotton is priced at a premium, but if you’re happy to splurge a little in the name of a spruced up bathroom space, this strain of cotton might just be for you. With its extra long fibers and fewer joins, this results in stronger, smoother cotton threads. If you’re after a durable towel, this is it. The long fiber cotton is grown in Turkey’s small yet productive Aegean Region. With successive washes, Turkish cotton will become increasingly more soft, fluffy and absorbent.

Organic Cotton

Made for the ethical minded is organic cotton. Grown using methods and materials that have a minimal impact on the environment, if you’re looking to walk the walk and practice the environmental values you preach, you should seek to exercise environmental friendliness in as many areas of your life as possible.

Microfiber

Microfiber is so incredibly fine; it is a synthetic fiber finer than one denier, decitex or thread. It has a diameter of under 10 micrometres. There are a few different types of microfibers which are made up of polyester materials; this includes polyamides such as nylon, Kevlar, Nomex and trogamide, and well as polyester, polyamide and polypropylene.

Hopefully this guide has helped you understand the options from which you can choose, when deciding on a towel. There are many options out there, and through sampling at stores and thinking about which you need, you can find the right material for you.