Best Precast Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 403: Episode 392 - Why is there water coming into my basement after a water line upgrade? 3:48

24m ago3:48

3:48

Why would water start pouring into your basement after a water line upgrade? Did the plumber screw up or could it be something else entirely? The Crack Daddy explains what it could be and how A1 Foundation Crack Repair fixes problems like these.

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Episode 402: Episode 391 - Is there a DIY fix for my stone foundation? 4:24

37m ago4:24

4:24

Stone foundations are often found in old homes and when things age, they often need repair. Is there a low-cost fix for most stone foundations issues? Adam discusses the issue.

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Episode 401: Episode 390 - What happens if you let a basement wall crack go unrepaired for 40 years? 3:38

1M ago3:38

3:38

In this episode, Adam shares an interesting story about a wall crack that went unrepaired for 40 years.

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Episode 400: Episode 389 - What kinds of interesting things grow in basement wall cracks? 2:48

20d ago2:48

2:48

In our last podcast, Adam shared a story about ants pouring out of a basement wall crack. Creepy, right? What other kinds of things does A1 Foundation Crack Repair see growing out of old wall cracks? Adam shares a funny story from Dedham MA.

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Episode 399: Episode 388 - The creepiest wall crack repair job you’ll ever see 3:59

2M ago3:59

3:59

The wall crack repair business can be mundane at times, but all the years A1 Foundation Crack Repair has been in business, they’ve run into things that totally creeps them out. Check this story out!

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Episode 398: Episode 387 - Why is my precast bulkhead leaking at the bottom of the stairs? 3:40

2M ago3:40

3:40

We’re in the rainy season of Spring so the basement waterproofing industry business is picking up. In this episode, Adam explains why precast bulkheads leak and how you stop the water from coming in.

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Episode 397: Episode 386 - I have an older house that has a leak at the seam where the floor and wall meet. What can I do about it? 3:33

2M ago3:33

3:33

It’s kind of expected that an older home will develop a leak at some point. Is the floor & wall seam leak a normal issue A1 Foundation Crack Repair runs into? Adam explains why older homes can develop a leak at the seam where the floor and wall meet and what you can do about it.

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Episode 396: Episode 385 - What types of bulkheads give homeowners the most headaches? 6:05

3M ago6:05

6:05

A bulkhead is a structure that provides access to the basement and there are several different types. In this episode, Adam explains the different types of bulkheads and how A1 Foundation Crack Repair maintains and waterproofs them.

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Episode 395: Episode 384 - My newer home is leaking at the seam where the floor and wall meet. What’s happening there? 5:27

3M ago5:27

5:27

Is it common to have a leak at the seam where the floor and wall meet in a newer home? One would think newer construction wouldn't have problems like that but occasionally, it does. The CrackDaddy explains why and how he fixes it.

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Episode 394: Episode 383 - My basement smells musty, is there a way to fix that? 4:29

3M ago4:29

4:29

Does a musty basement mean you have a water leak somewhere? What could be the problem if a basement smells like mold or mildew? Adam Tracy, The Crack Daddy, explains.

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Episode 393: Episode 382 - How can I waterproof my basement before I finish it? 5:14

4M ago5:14

5:14

If a homeowner is spending a lot of money to finish their basement, it’s only natural that they would want some kind of guarantee that they won’t have to rip it up in a year to fix a water leak. Is there something you can do to waterproof a basement to prevent water leaks?

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Episode 392: Episode 381 - People say I need to waterproof my basement. How do I do that? 4:48

4M ago4:48

4:48

Basement waterproofing is quite a broad topic. How do you waterproof a basement? Adam explains basement waterproofing at the 30,000 foot level.

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Episode 391: Episode 380 - I have a sump pump, but what happens if my power fails? 5:33

4M ago5:33

5:33

Since sump pumps are operated by electricity, what happens if your power fails for a long period of time? Are you at risk of a flooded basement? Adam talks about battery back-up systems for sump pumps.

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Episode 390: Episode 379 - The case of the bulkhead with a cold joint 3:50

5M ago3:50

3:50

In this episode, Adam shares an interesting case study about a bulkhead with a cold joint and how he solved this mysterious leak.

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Episode 389: Episode 378 - My neighbor thinks I need a sump pump. Do I really need one? 5:07

5M ago5:07

5:07

Sump pumps are often used to pump water out of a basement when water leaks occur. Is that a prime solution or are sump pumps simply a Band-Aid for the real cause of the water problem?

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Episode 388: Episode 377 - The foundation on my new addition is leaking where it meets the old foundation. Why? 3:56

5M ago3:56

3:56

Imagine the frustration a homeowner would feel if after all the expense of building an addition, the seam where the old foundation and new foundation meets suddenly starts leaking. What’s going on there?

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Episode 387: Episode 376 - What are common issues found in block foundations? 4:39

6M ago4:39

4:39

Most foundations A1 Foundation Crack Repair deals with today are stone foundations and concrete foundations. But there are some structures they come across that have block foundations. What are the common issues they typically see with those?

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Episode 386: Episode 375 - When is it time to replace my lally column? 5:25

6M ago5:25

5:25

Lally columns play an important role in holding up your home and keeping the flooring level. Since they’re so critical, how do you know when it’s time to repair or replace one? Adam shares his considerable experience with lally columns and when it’s time to call in a pro to fix one.

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Episode 385: Episode 374 - Why is there always dust and sand by my Stone foundation? 3:44

6M ago3:44

3:44

Stone foundations are found in old homes before the requirements of modern construction standards. So, if you are seeing dust and sand next to your stone foundation, is that a sign that it’s failing? Adam explains what to do.

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Episode 384: Episode 373 - That leak in my basement, is it a cracked pipe or a leaky pipe penetration? 4:43

6M ago4:43

4:43

Plumbers get a lot of calls to fix leaky pipes when in fact the pipe is fine, but the hole the pipe is going through is the actual culprit. In this episode, Adam shares his experience with leaky pipe penetrations and what you can do about them.

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Episode 383: Episode 372 - My old house has a stone foundation. What should I be doing to maintain it? 5:17

6M ago5:17

5:17

A home with a stone foundation would indicate that the home is pretty old. So, if you have a stone foundation, there are some things you should be doing to keep it in good shape. Adam explains.

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Episode 382: Episode 371 - Should I worry about my basement wall crack during the winter? 5:20

7M ago5:20

5:20

Winter is here and as we know, homeowners like to postpone crack repairs until they start to leak. How much of a problem are the procrastinators looking at if they wait until Spring to fix a basement wall crack?

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Episode 381: Episode 370 - My basement floor has a crack that is heaving upward. What happened? 5:11

7M ago5:11

5:11

A customer recently sent A1 Foundation Crack Repair some pictures of a basement floor that looked like an alien jumped out of it. Why would a basement floor do that?

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Episode 380: Episode 369 - I’m starting to find cracks in my basement floor, should I be worried? 7:06

7M ago7:06

7:06

Cracks in concrete are as inevitable as death and taxes. So, if a homeowner starts seeing cracks in their basement floor, what should they do?

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Episode 53: 2023 Data Center Environment with Sean Reynolds 36:45

7M ago36:45

36:45

Sean Reynolds of JLL's Chicago Data Center Practice Group returns to the podcast to talk about the data center real estate environment as the year comes to a close. Topics include power requirements and power sources, infill markets, demand for data centers, transaction velocity in today's real estate environment, construction time and cost.…

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Episode 379: Episode 368 - I’m selling a house with long-time foundation cracks, should I worry about them? 4:53

7M ago4:53

4:53

So the scenario is this. A home seller has had a long-time foundation crack in the basement floor or foundation wall. Should they be concerned about it? The CrackDaddy explains the options available.

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Episode 378: Episode 367 - Should I be worried about foundation cracks in the home I am buying? 6:32

8M ago6:32

6:32

Imagine a scenario in which a prospective home buyer notices a crack in the basement floor or foundation wall. How troubling is this? Is it something they should have fixed before they agree to a sale? The CrackDaddy opines.

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Episode 377: Episode 366 - With freezing temps on the way, should I hold off on my foundation repair project? 4:41

8M ago4:41

4:41

We’re starting to see some freezing temperatures at night. If someone has a foundation crack, should they hold off until Spring to do it given the temperatures needed to cure a repair job?

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Episode 376: Episode 365 - Why is water pouring in through my basement window? 5:31

9M ago5:31

5:31

Adam sent over a video showing water pouring through a basement window around the edges. How can something like that happen? Adam explains how water can start pouring through a basement window and what you can do about it.

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Episode 375: Episode 364 - Is a concrete foundation in trouble if it becomes discolored in several places? 5:59

9M ago5:59

5:59

So your concrete foundation wall or floor has become discolored in several places. Are you looking at an expensive repair bill or is this really nothing to worry about? The Crack Daddy explains.

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Episode 374: Episode 363 - Why should a foundation crack be repaired? 3:06

9M ago3:06

3:06

As the Crackman has always said, there are 2 certainties in life: death and concrete will eventually crack. So if your foundation develops a crack, when should you think about fixing it? When water starts gushing in? The Crackman makes a special appearance to explain.

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Episode 373: Episode 362 - What is a cold joint as it pertains to foundations? 4:33

9M ago4:33

4:33

In the electronics world, a cold joint is a solder joint that looks good but doesn’t actually conduct electricity. What in the world is a cold joint when it comes to foundations? Adam explains.

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Episode 17: Lifting Devices 45:23

9M ago45:23

45:23

Building a culture of safety in a precast concrete facility starts with adhering to a daily routine. Checklists and best practices will take you far. To go beyond that, though, it takes a mind shift where employees feel empowered and therefore responsible for raising safety awareness throughout the plant. Music Rollin At 5 by Kevin MacLeod Link: ht…

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Episode 372: Episode 361 - What does it mean when you need multiple sumps in your basement? 7:17

10M ago7:17

7:17

Why does a home need a sump pump? And, what does it mean if you need multiple sump pumps? Adam explains and shares his thoughts on this cautionary scenario.

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Episode 371: Episode 360 - How are these rodents getting into my house? 5:05

10M ago5:05

5:05

This is the time of year is when people start seeing more rodents in their homes than usual. Adam explains why rodent traffic increases and what you can do to plug the entryways.

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Episode 370: Episode 359 - When do I need to worry about rust on my lally column? 4:04

10M ago4:04

4:04

Lally columns perform a vital role in your home. If it fails, your house is in trouble. Since modern lally columns are made of steel, it follows that rust can become an issue. What can you tell us about a rusting lally column?

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Episode 369: Episode 358 - Can road construction cause my foundation to leak? 3:33

10M ago3:33

3:33

Road construction is usually a pain for everyone around it, but this is a new twist most people don't think about. Can road construction really do a number on your foundation?

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Episode 16: Cybersecurity and Risk Managment 51:53

10M ago51:53

51:53

Precast concrete facilities typically have insurance to protect against injury and damage. But what about other types of risk all businesses are open to? As in all cases, planning ahead mitigates the future potential harm. Eric Kokonas of Sophos joins NPCA to discuss levels of cybersecurity that all businesses should consider, then former Oldcastle…

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Episode 368: Episode 357 - What to look for when hiring a basement waterproofing contractor 7:26

11M ago7:26

7:26

We hear horror stories all the time where people have been victimized by nefarious contractors. When hiring a basement waterproofing contractor, what can a homeowner do to ensure they hire a reputable contractor to avoid getting ripped off? Adam Tracy explains.

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Episode 367: Episode 356 - How does summer humidity affect a home’s basement? 6:02

12M ago6:02

6:02

We all suffer from summer humidity. It’s terrible this time of year. In this episode, Adam explains how summer humidity affects a home’s basement.

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Episode 366: Episode 355 - Why is there a long, horizontal crack at the top of my foundation? 5:26

12M ago5:26

5:26

Adam has another interesting case study in this episode. He sent some pictures for the blog of a house with a long horizontal crack at the top of the foundation, just above the soil line on the outside. He explains how rusting rebar can affect a home’s foundation and how the fix can be far less expensive than what the homeowner was led to believe.…

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Episode 15: Strategies for Breaking into New Markets 59:37

1y ago59:37

59:37

When and where to expand into a new markets are questions that precast concrete manufacturers ask all the time. Getting the timing right can mean a boon to the company. Garrett Hoffman of Atlantic Precast Concrete joins NPCA to discuss business strategies and opportunities. Mark Snyder of Pavement Engineering and Research Consultants talks specific…

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Episode #50 The Precast Podcast 47:10

1y ago47:10

47:10

Portland cement has been the default binder material in concrete for more than 100 years. The environmental impact of manufacturing portland cement is well understood and documented, and regulators impose strict requirements on all cement producers to monitor and report emissions. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the manufactu…

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Episode 365: Episode 354 - Why is there a puddle in my basement every morning? 3:06

1y ago3:06

3:06

In this interesting case study, Adam explains why a homeowner might find a mysterious water puddle in their basement every morning. Is it a phantom or something equally sinister? The CrackDaddy explains.

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Episode 14: Making the Most of Your Membership 40:32

1y ago40:32

40:32

NPCA membership means access to quality education, a best-in-class certification program, expert advice and a network of precasters across North America. Get what you paid for by accessing these benefits and bringing them to your facility. Listen to Breaking the Mold as Atlantic TNG’s Patrick O’Connor and Western Precast’s Leo Feuerstein join NPCA …

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Episode 364: Episode 353 - What do foundation cracks and termites have in common? 3:11

1y ago3:11

3:11

When you think of concrete, the last thing you think of is termites, given the little critters feed on wood and not concrete. What in the world do termites and foundation cracks have in common?

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Episode 363: Episode 352 - What to do when you unexpectedly find water in your basement 4:43

1y ago4:43

4:43

A1 Foundation Crack Repair has earned--through excellence, integrity, and hard work--over 300 5-star Google reviews. One that came in the other day where the customer was absolutely gushing about a call with A1 where they didn’t actually do any work for them. What happened there?

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Episode 52: 2023 US and Canada Construction Outlook with Andrew Volz 54:26

1y ago54:26

54:26

Episode 52 features Andrew Volz, JLL America's research lead for Project and Development Services (PDS). In this episode, we discuss the findings of the 2023 US and Canada Construction Outlook report. The construction pipeline remains robust and year-over-year construction costs remain up despite a drop in pricing for select materials. While declin…

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