

It’s Been a Wet Year: The Basement Edition
It’s been one of the wettest years in recent memory, and basements are paying the price. From cracks and musty odors to full wall collapses, water pressure is hitting hard. Learn why wet years are so tough on basements, the warning signs to watch for, and which solutions actually protect your home.


Crawlspace Support Jacks: What They Do, and When Do You Need Them?
Sagging floors? Sticking doors? Cracked drywall? These aren’t just quirks—they’re signs your crawlspace may need extra support. Learn how crawlspace jacks restore stability by transferring weight safely back to the soil, keeping your home level and secure.


Waterproofing Brick and Masonry: Protecting Your Home’s Investment
Water is masonry’s biggest enemy. Chimneys, planter walls, and wing walls are especially vulnerable to hidden moisture damage. Learn why the right waterproofing products matter—and how breathable water repellents protect your brick, block, and stone for years to come.


From Kit to Crisis — The Forgotten Foundations of Old Craftsman & Montgomery Ward Homes
In the early 1900s, families ordered Sears and Montgomery Ward “kit homes” from catalogs — complete with every board and nail, but no foundation. A century later, those hand-built stone bases are crumbling under modern life. Learn why quick fixes won’t last and how a full foundation rebuild preserves the charm of historic homes for the next hundred years.


Rim Joist & Sill Plate Problems: Causes, Signs, and Repair Solutions
If your floors feel bouncy, your walls are cracking, or you’ve noticed musty smells from the crawl space, the problem may not be your...


My Basement Walls Are Bowing… What Now?
Noticed a crack or curve in your basement wall? Bowing walls are more than cosmetic—they’re a warning sign of serious foundation pressure. Learn what causes them, why it’s urgent to act, and which repair options are right for your home. Don’t wait until it’s too late—get expert insight from Wright Floor Leveling.


The Hidden Cost of DIY Masonry Repairs
A gentle warning about using store-bought mortars or sealants and why professional repairs last longer.


FREEZE-THAW CYCLE
What you need to know about the freeze thaw cycle. A common problem in our area is what’s known as the freeze-thaw cycle. Not an...
What happens in a crawl space during an earthquake?
What can an Earthquake do to a crawl space? As a Foundation repair contractor, I have spent a lot of time in crawl spaces. And, I’m one...
Earthquake damage checklist
What do I look for while inspecting a home for earthquake damage? I have been a foundation and masonry contractor for over 20 years, so I...
















