Reasons to Encapsulate your Crawl Space
Nashville, Murfreesboro, Knoxville and Chattanooga TN A recent survey found that 14-15% of homes in the United States have a crawl space. Is your home one of them? It can be easy to neglect the crawl space in your home, but without proper care and maintenance, this area of your property can cause significant problems. You can avoid a host …
Waterproofing FAQ
Nashville, Murfreesboro, Knoxville and Chattanooga TN Whether you have a basement, a crawlspace, or both, one thing is true. The buildup of moisture in either location can cause all sorts of problems for your home. This is why Ameri Care Services offers waterproofing for both basements and crawl spaces among the range of services we provide. Today on the blog, …
Your Guide to Fight Mold and Mildew in Nashville Humidity
Nashville, Murfreesboro, Knoxville and Chattanooga TN Mold and mildew have quite a bit in common. They are both different varieties of fungal organisms. They both are found inside buildings. And, without being treated and mitigated, both mild and mildew can lead to health issues for individuals as well as property damage. Living in a temperate climate like the one in …
What to know about Crawlspace Insulation
Nashville, Murfreesboro, Knoxville and Chattanooga TN Does your crawlspace have insulation, or have you been told that it should? Whether or not to insulate crawlspaces in the South is a popular question that we get asked. Typically, homes in Nashville should not have insulation in the crawlspace due to the amount of humidity that our area experiences throughout the year, …
3 Quick Ways to get Rid of Ants in your Kitchen
Nashville, Murfreesboro, Knoxville and Chattanooga TN Spring is around the corner for us here in Middle Tennessee, which usually means that ants become more active. And sometimes, ants find their way indoors and into your kitchen. Ants can be more than just a nuisance for some homeowners as they can infiltrate your cabinets, food, and trash and quickly recruit their …
Follow These Tips to Prevent Mold this Spring
Nashville, Murfreesboro, Knoxville and Chattanooga TN Living in a warmer climate like Nashville, the risk of mold is there for most of the calendar year. This risk magnifies during the spring, when precipitation rates are their highest and there is more overall moisture present. Are you prepared? Today on the blog, your mold experts in Murfreesboro at Ameri Care Services …
What’s In Your Basement Can Hurt You
Nashville, Murfreesboro, Knoxville and Chattanooga TN Did you know what is the leading cause of water damage in basements? It’s the failure of your sump pump. If this system malfunctions, the buildup of water in your basement can lead to structural damage, costly repairs and even health hazards. Today on the blog, we examine five potential health risks from a …
Is it Time to Upgrade your Sump Pump?
Nashville, Murfreesboro, Knoxville and Chattanooga TN Previously, we have explored some criteria to determine whether you need a sump pump in Nashville. What if your home already has a sump pump? What regular repairs do you need? When do you know if you need to have your sump pump upgraded or replaced? We look to answer some of these questions, …
Value the Importance of Crawl Space Repairs for your Home
Nashville, Murfreesboro, Knoxville and Chattanooga TN A crawl space isn’t something homeowners think about often — out of sight, out of mind, right? — but that space plays a critically important role in maintaining the home’s overall integrity and health. The condition of a crawl space directly affects the home’s structure, energy efficiency and indoor air quality, so homeowners must …
5 Simple Tips to get Rid of Roaches
Nashville, Murfreesboro, Knoxville and Chattanooga TN Roaches are a common household pest that can quickly lead to an infestation unless you take care of the problem at its source. Many people assume that roaches are only evident in dirty homes or homes that aren’t well kept but that is not true. Roaches can find their way into any home through …
Should you be Worried about Termites in the Winter?
Nashville, Murfreesboro, Knoxville and Chattanooga TN Termites are wood destroying insects that cause billions of dollars in damage a year. For many homeowners, their house is their largest investment and termite damage often isn’t covered by homeowner’s insurance, leaving you, the homeowner, on the hook for repairs. Termites can go undetected long enough to cause catastrophic damage or result in …
Why a Termite Letter is a must if you are Buying a Property in Murfreesboro
Nashville, Murfreesboro, Knoxville and Chattanooga TN Termites are not known for being active year round, but living in the temperate climate of middle Tennessee, termites usually do not go totally dormant once the winter turns colder. In fact, when temperatures drop, termites may be even more likely to infiltrate your home or business in search of shelter. As a property …