Homeowner Maintenance Tips

Concrete

Our warranty does not cover most concrete. Concrete is not replaced because of cracking or differences in color. Concrete foundations, walks, driveways and asphalt driveways can develop cracks due to characteristics of expanding and contracting of concrete or settling due to the soil on which they are laid. There is no known method of eliminating this condition. Protect your exterior concrete by keeping it free and clear of snow. Do not apply salt in any form. By allowing salt to accumulate, you are subjecting your concrete to scaling and pitting.

Mortar cracks can develop in the mortar used in bonding brick together. This is a normal condition due to shrinking in either the mortar or the brick.

By maintaining good drainage away from your home, you are protecting both your home’s foundation and the basement floor slab. Sweep your garage out-don’t hose it out.