Hydrostatic pressure describes the outward and downward pressure caused by standing water pushing against an object or surface that blocks it, which in this case, would be your basement walls. It is the most common cause of basement water penetration. Central Ohio soils are known to be thick clay that easily retain moisture. During the
Cracking or gaps where your chimney meets the house can be a sign of foundation failure. Nine times out of ten, if the chimney foundation is settling (sinking), the cracking will appear larger at the top of the chimney and will get smaller as you work your eyes down towards the ground. Leaving your compromised
Dear Valued Customers and Business Partners, The spread of the COVID-19 virus has forced us all into a new reality and created unprecedented challenges for families and businesses alike. During this time of change and uncertainty, B-level’s primary commitment is to continue to support our customers’ needs, while abiding by the guidelines set out
Challenge: In the city of Lancaster, Ohio, the Fairfield County Municipal Courthouse has been standing since the 1800s. With planned renovations as well as new additions to the structure, the experts at B-Level, LTD. were called in to assist on the underpinning of the foundation. The three-story structure had a foundation sitting on sandstone with
Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service {Columbus, Ohio} –B-Level, Ltd. is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA). This award honors service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews on Angie’s List in 2019. “Service pros
With nearly two decades of experience serving Central Ohio, you can imagine how many questions we’ve answered about concrete lifting and leveling! That’s why B-Level president Jacob Shreyer has devoted his time answering your questions in the blog series “From Jacob’s Desk.” 1. Uneven concrete Uneven concrete is the most obvious sign of needing your
