Your home’s foundation is more than just concrete and block—it’s the base that supports your entire structure. When it begins to show signs of stress, the stability of your whole house is at stake. In Central Iowa, homeowners face unique challenges: shifting clay soils, heavy spring rains, and harsh freeze-thaw cycles that can weaken block […]
When to Repair vs. Rebuild Your Foundation Walls: A Homeowner’s Guide Read More »
In Central Iowa’s competitive real estate market, every detail of a home matters. Buyers compare finishes, updates, and curb appeal, but one factor quietly underpins it all — the foundation. While homeowners often focus on kitchens, bathrooms, or landscaping when preparing to sell, none of those improvements hold value if the foundation is compromised. At BAM
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The Most Important Upgrade for Your Home: A Finished Basement-But Start with the Basics When it comes to increasing the value, functionality, and comfort of your home, few upgrades offer as much potential as a finished basement. Whether you’re dreaming of a home theater, guest suite, gym, office, or playroom, finishing your basement adds livable
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Why More Homeowners in Central Iowa Are Choosing BAM Basements for Poly Pier Foundation Repair When it comes to foundation repair, BAM Basements & Masons of Des Moines has been the trusted leader across Central Iowa for many years. Known for their expertise in basement waterproofing and structural solutions, BAM is now raising the bar
Your home’s foundation is one of the most critical structural components of your home but over time, it can start to settle, crack, and shift, leading to costly repairs and potential safety risks or even major damage. If you’ve noticed cracks in your walls, uneven floors, or doors that won’t close properly, it might be
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When it comes to foundation stability, wall anchors provide a reliable solution for reinforcing your home’s structure. At BAM Basements and Masons of Des Moines, we specialize in high-quality foundation repair systems, including extreme anchors, to protect your property from shifting, bowing, and settling walls. If you’re dealing with foundation issues, here’s why BAM Basements
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Your home is your biggest investment, and its foundation is, quite literally, what holds it all together. When your foundation begins to settle, you may notice cracks in walls, uneven floors, or doors that won’t close properly. Or you may also notice water intruding into the basement or crawl space. These are signs that the
When it comes to maintaining the integrity of your home, few things are as critical as a stable foundation. Issues like settling or bowing walls can compromise not only your home’s value but also its safety. Fortunately, modern solutions like poly piers and wall anchors offer effective ways to address these problems. At BAM Basements
The basement foundation of a home is the backbone, supporting the weight of the entire structure above. Over time, due to various factors like soil conditions, water damage, or poor construction, foundations can degrade, leading to structural issues that compromise the safety and integrity of the entire building. Recognizing the signs of foundation damage early
Foundation Fallout: Navigating Irreparable Damage with your Basement Foundation Read More »
As the chill of winter fades away and the warmer spring weather comes along, it’s time to turn our attention to the maintenance needs of our homes, especially those with masonry exteriors. Masonry, while durable and timeless, requires regular care and maintenance to withstand the changing seasons and keep your home looking its best. With
March Maintenance Tips for Masonry: Keeping Your Des Moines Home’s Exterior in Shape Read More »
