Josh Kemp | Source | Director of Research and Development at Olshan Foundation Repair

Josh highlights that adding a deck or patio expands usable space and enhances home appeal. Functional upgrades like outbuildings, improved drainage, and irrigation systems also boost value. Eco-friendly features such as rainwater harvesting and composting areas, along with outdoor heating solutions, extend usability and attractiveness, making properties more valuable and functional.

Josh Kemp of Olshan Foundation Repair suggests biannual foundation checks for non-uniform, expanding cracks. Prevent cracks with root barriers, drainage, and plumbing tests. Minor issues may use DIY kits; significant movement requires professional assessment.