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What Happens During Our Complete Crawl Space Inspection

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 21:33:10 GMT

We've all been there. You call a contractor and never hear back. You schedule an appointment and they show up three hours late—or not at all. They start your job, disappear for a week, then show up randomly without warning. You have questions, but good luck getting anyone on the phone.

It's frustrating. And it's way too common in home services.

People ask me all the time: what's it like to work with My Guys? The honest answer is, it's different. Not because we're doing anything revolutionary—we're just doing the basics that most contractors have stopped doing.

Chris and I are personally involved in every job. Every phone call. Every inspection. Every installation. When you work with us, you're working with the owners. And that changes everything about how we treat your home and your time.

Here's exactly what happens, step by step.

No Surprises, No Runaround, No Disappearing Acts

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When you reach out to us—whether that's a phone call, text message, Facebook message, or email—our goal is to respond immediately. Sometimes it's within minutes. Sometimes it's within a few hours if we're in a crawl space or on a ladder. But we will get back to you the same day, using whatever method you contacted us through.

And here's the thing: it's Chris or me answering. Not a call center. Not a receptionist reading from a script. Us.

We'll keep trying to reach you until we connect because we know you reached out for a reason. Maybe your crawl space smells musty. Maybe your floors are sagging. Maybe a home inspector flagged something and you need answers. Whatever it is, we want to help.

We'll ask some initial questions to understand your situation. Then if an inspection makes sense, we'll get that scheduled for a time that works for you.

If we can't handle a simple phone call or text message, why would you trust us with your crawl space? Communication starts from the first contact, not after you've signed a contract.

First Contact: We Actually Answer

Scheduling Your Inspection

Once we've talked and an inspection makes sense, we'll find a time that works for your schedule. Not just ours—yours.

You'll get a digital booking confirmation so it's on the calendar. Then we'll call you the day before to confirm the appointment. When we're on our way, you'll get another notification so you know we're coming.

And we show up on time. Unless something happens—truck breaks down, previous job runs into a major issue—we're there when we say we'll be there. And if something does change, we'll call you immediately to reschedule.

We expect the same respect from you. If your schedule changes, just let us know. We're not trying to lock you into some rigid system. We're trying to work together.

No pressure. No rushed timelines. Just finding a time that works for both of us.

When Chris or I arrive at your house, we come prepared. Tools, equipment, everything we need to do a thorough inspection. We'll have shoe covers and drop cloths to protect your home.

First thing we do is sit down and talk. We need to understand what's going on. What are you concerned about? What are your goals for the space? Who else needs to be involved in any decisions? Maybe it's a spouse, maybe it's a parent you're helping out—we want to make sure everyone's concerns are heard.

Then we get into the crawl space. And we don't just peek around and take a couple photos. We inspect every nook and cranny. The floor framing system. Your HVAC ducts. Your plumbing. Your electrical. Any signs of water intrusion. Any fungal growth or moisture issues. Anything at all that might affect the health or safety of your home.

We document everything with video. You can watch that later, or we're getting close to being able to stream it live—hook up a laptop to your wifi and watch as we move through the crawl space in real time.

This takes time. It's not a 20-minute walkthrough. We're doing a legitimate inspection because we need to understand what's actually happening under your house, not just treat the symptom you called us about.

A lot of times, the issue you noticed—musty smell, soft floors, whatever—is just a symptom of a bigger problem. We want to get to the root cause so we can solve it properly.

The Day of Inspection: What Actually Happens

The Proposal: No Surprises

After the inspection, I'll take some time to go over my notes and put together a proposal. And you'll get that the same day, before we leave.

We'll sit down again and I'll walk you through everything we found. Not just "here's a number"—I mean actually explaining our findings, showing you the video and photos, helping you understand what's going on under your home.

Then I'll go through each recommendation and explain why I'm suggesting it. You'll see the breakdown of what each solution costs and what it does. No surprises. No buried fees. No "oh by the way, we also need to do this" after you've already agreed.

If you have questions, we'll answer them. If someone else needs to be part of the decision, we'll get them on the phone or send them the information. If you need time to think about it, that's completely fine. We're not going to pressure you.

And if you need to prioritize or phase the work because of budget, we can work with that. Our job is to give you all the information you need to make the best decision for your home and your situation.

Some companies use high-pressure sales tactics. "This price is only good today." "We have a crew available tomorrow but they're booked after that." That's not how we operate. We give you the information, answer your questions, and let you decide when you're ready.

Installation: We Start and We Finish

If you decide to move forward, we'll get you on the schedule. Typically we're booking about three to five weeks out, depending on the season. But it's a hard scheduled date—it's on the calendar, and we'll be there.

When we show up to start your job, we're not leaving until it's completely finished to your 100% satisfaction.

We don't work on your house for a day, then disappear for a week to work on three other jobs, then maybe come back when we feel like it. If it's a single-day job, we start that morning and finish that day. If it's a multi-day job, we're there consecutive days until it's done.

Chris or I will be on site throughout the process. We'll protect your home with shoe covers and drop cloths. We'll communicate with you about what's happening. And we'll make sure the work is done right.

When we're finished, we'll do another video walkthrough showing you everything we completed. You chose these specific solutions—we'll show you that we performed them correctly. And you're more than welcome to get down in the crawl space with us if you want to see it yourself.

At that point, it won't be a dark, creepy space anymore. It'll be clean, bright, and properly lit. You'll actually be able to see what we did.

After the Job: We Come Back

Before we leave, we'll schedule two follow-up visits: one at six months and one at one year. Both are included—no additional charge.

These aren't sales calls. We're not coming back to find more work or upsell you on something else. We're coming back to make sure the work we did is still performing the way it should be.

We'll check the vapor barrier, the dehumidifier if we installed one, the drainage system, whatever solutions we put in place. We want to confirm everything is working properly and your crawl space is staying dry and healthy.

A lot of companies offer a warranty, but you have to remember to call them if something goes wrong. We schedule these visits upfront so nothing gets forgotten. It's our way of standing behind our work and making sure you get the long-term results you paid for.

If we didn't believe in the quality of what we install, we wouldn't be volunteering to come back and inspect it.

Your crawl space problems aren't going to fix themselves. But they are fixable. Let's get it done — the right way, permanently.

Or call us directly (217) 863-9559

If you're dealing with crawl space issues—moisture, musty smells, sagging floors, or you just want to know what's actually going on under your house—give us a call.

We'll schedule a free inspection and show you exactly what we find. No pressure, no gimmicks. Just Chris or me explaining what's happening and what we'd recommend.

And if you decide to work with us, you'll see firsthand what it's like when a contractor actually does what they say they're going to do.

Ready to Experience the Difference?

Based in

Mahomet, Illinois Serving all of Central Illinois.

Business Hours

Mon Fri - 8am to 5pm

Sat Sun - Closed

Here's Exactly What Happens When You Hire My Guys

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:30:36 GMT

It's frustrating. And it's way too common in home services.

Here's exactly what happens, step by step.

No Surprises, No Runaround, No Disappearing Acts

Book A Free Inspection Now

And here's the thing: it's Chris or me answering. Not a call center. Not a receptionist reading from a script. Us.

We'll ask some initial questions to understand your situation. Then if an inspection makes sense, we'll get that scheduled for a time that works for you.

If we can't handle a simple phone call or text message, why would you trust us with your crawl space? Communication starts from the first contact, not after you've signed a contract.

First Contact: We Actually Answer

Scheduling Your Inspection

Once we've talked and an inspection makes sense, we'll find a time that works for your schedule. Not just ours—yours.

We expect the same respect from you. If your schedule changes, just let us know. We're not trying to lock you into some rigid system. We're trying to work together.

No pressure. No rushed timelines. Just finding a time that works for both of us.

When Chris or I arrive at your house, we come prepared. Tools, equipment, everything we need to do a thorough inspection. We'll have shoe covers and drop cloths to protect your home.

A lot of times, the issue you noticed—musty smell, soft floors, whatever—is just a symptom of a bigger problem. We want to get to the root cause so we can solve it properly.

The Day of Inspection: What Actually Happens

The Proposal: No Surprises

After the inspection, I'll take some time to go over my notes and put together a proposal. And you'll get that the same day, before we leave.

Installation: We Start and We Finish

When we show up to start your job, we're not leaving until it's completely finished to your 100% satisfaction.

At that point, it won't be a dark, creepy space anymore. It'll be clean, bright, and properly lit. You'll actually be able to see what we did.

After the Job: We Come Back

Before we leave, we'll schedule two follow-up visits: one at six months and one at one year. Both are included—no additional charge.

These aren't sales calls. We're not coming back to find more work or upsell you on something else. We're coming back to make sure the work we did is still performing the way it should be.

If we didn't believe in the quality of what we install, we wouldn't be volunteering to come back and inspect it.

Your crawl space problems aren't going to fix themselves. But they are fixable. Let's get it done — the right way, permanently.

Or call us directly (217) 863-9559

If you're dealing with crawl space issues—moisture, musty smells, sagging floors, or you just want to know what's actually going on under your house—give us a call.

We'll schedule a free inspection and show you exactly what we find. No pressure, no gimmicks. Just Chris or me explaining what's happening and what we'd recommend.

And if you decide to work with us, you'll see firsthand what it's like when a contractor actually does what they say they're going to do.

Ready to Experience the Difference?

Based in

Mahomet, Illinois Serving all of Central Illinois.

Business Hours

Mon Fri - 8am to 5pm

Sat Sun - Closed

Building a Company We Want to Be Proud of

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:42:36 GMT

May 1st, 2025. That's the day I walked away from a steady paycheck with a national fou ndation repair company to go all-in on My Guys.

Just me and Chris, a truck full of tools, and a commitment to do things differently than the big companies do them.

This isn't one of those "how I quit my job and got rich" stories. We're not rich. We're just building something we actually want to be proud of in 20 years. Something our kids can be proud of. Something Mahomet can count on.

Starting a business while working full-time isn't easy. Going full-time in that business is terrifying. But you know what's scarier? Spending your whole life working for someone else and wondering "what if."

We took the leap. And we're not looking back.

From Steady Paycheck to Starting Over

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I spent years working for national companies in the home services industry. Learned a lot. Made good money. Got really good at the technical side of foundation repair and crawl space work.

But here's what I also learned: when you work for a big corporation, the pressure isn't about quality. It's about numbers.

Average ticket size. Closure rates. Revenue per appointment. How many jobs can you close this week? What's your conversion rate? Did you hit your quota?

That pressure trickles down to every customer interaction. You're not just solving their problem—you're trying to hit a number. And sometimes, a lot of times, that means selling things people don't really need. Pushing bigger solutions than necessary. Pricing jobs at corporate rates that make homeowners' jaws drop.

I watched crews rush through installations because they had three more jobs that day. Saw corners get cut because the schedule didn't allow time to do it right. Watched quality take a backseat to speed and volume.

And I just couldn't do it anymore. I couldn't keep selling inflated solutions to good people just because corporate needed to hit quarterly targets.

So we started My Guys with a different idea: do excellent work, charge fair prices, and actually care about the outcome.

What Working for the Big Companies Taught Me

Starting Small While Honoring Our Word

We officially started My Guys in October 2024, but I was still working full-time at the foundation company. That meant evenings, weekends, whatever time I could carve out to start building something of our own.

And here's the thing: I was in a non-compete. Couldn't do crawl space or foundation work yet. So we started with handyman jobs. Fixing the things people needed fixed around their houses. Replacing ceiling fans, fixing outlets, repairing leaky faucets. Nothing glamorous.

But you know what? We loved it. Every small job was a chance to build trust with someone in our community. To show up when we said we would. To do quality work and clean up completely. To treat people's homes with respect.

By May 2025, we'd built enough momentum that I could take the leap and go full-time. Just handyman work at that point, but it was enough. We were helping people, doing good work, and building a reputation.

Then later in 2025, the non-compete ended. And we could finally do what we'd been preparing for all along: crawl space encapsulation and foundation repair.

Here's what we're not trying to do: become the biggest crawl space company in Central Illinois. Run ten crews across three states. Franchise the business. Get bought out by some private equity firm.

We're trying to build something we want to be proud of. Something we can sustain for decades without burning out or compromising our standards.

That means Chris or I will be on your job. Not some crew we hired last month. Not subcontractors we've never met. Us. The owners. The guys whose names are on the truck.

We're not the cheapest option out there. But we're nowhere near what the big national brands charge—and our quality stands up to anyone's. When you compare our work piece by piece, detail by detail, it's just better. Because we actually care about the outcome, not just the paycheck.

We take the time to do things right. We don't rush to the next appointment. We clean up completely. We answer our phones. We show up when we say we will. We explain what we're doing and why it matters.

This shouldn't be revolutionary. But apparently it is, because homeowners tell us all the time they can't believe we actually did what we promised.

That's not us being exceptional. That's just us giving a damn. And it turns out that's rare enough to build a business on.

What We're Building and Why

Living Where You Work Changes Everything

Chris and I have lived in Mahomet our entire lives. We've known each other since fourth grade. This isn't just where we work—it's home.

And that changes everything about how we do business.

When you work for a national company, you can move on to the next territory, the next town, the next customer. But when you're working in your own community—where you grew up, where your kids go to school, where you see your customers at the grocery store—every job matters differently.

Your reputation isn't something you manage on Google reviews. It's what people say about you at the coffee shop. It's whether your neighbor recommends you to their friend. It's whether you can look people in the eye around town.

We're not building a business to sell someday. We're building something we want to run for the next 20 years. Something our kids can be proud of when they're older. Something Mahomet can count on.

That pressure—that accountability of being neighbors, not just a contractor—makes us better. It keeps us honest. It forces us to do quality work even when no one's watching, because someone's always watching when you live where you work.

We see our customers around town. Their kids play with our kids. We shop at the same stores, go to the same football games, support the same community.

That's not a marketing angle. That's just reality. And it matters.

The Difference You'll Actually See

So what does all this actually mean when we show up at your house?

It means we're not in a hurry. We take the time to understand what's actually going on, not just sell you the biggest solution possible.

It means we're not reading from a corporate script or pulling out a laptop with pre-set pricing. We're having a real conversation about your home and what it needs.

It means when we do the work, we do it completely. Clean crawl space with lighting installed. Debris removed, not just covered up. Job site cleaned like we were never there. Photos documenting everything we did.

It means we answer our phones. We show up when we say we will. We explain what we're doing and why. We treat your home the way we'd want someone to treat ours.

And it means if something's not right, you're talking directly to the owners. Not some customer service department in another state. Us. The guys who did the work.

That's what happens when the people doing the work are the same people who have to live with their reputation in this community.

What Success Actually Looks Like to Us

Success for us isn't measured in how many crews we're running or how much revenue we're generating.

It's measured in work we're proud to show people. Customers who become friends. Jobs we'd do the same way even if no one was watching.

It's being able to look our kids in the eye and show them what it means to build something honest. To do quality work. To keep your word. To treat people right.

It's Chris and I still doing this work together in 20 years, still serving Mahomet, still giving a damn about every job like it's the first one.

That's what we're building. Not the biggest company in Central Illinois. Just one we're proud of.

And that's enough.

Your crawl space problems aren't going to fix themselves. But they are fixable. Let's get it done — the right way, permanently.

Or call us directly (217) 863-9559

If you need crawl space work, foundation repair, or help with projects around your house, give us a call.

You're not hiring a corporation. You're hiring your neighbors. Chris or I will come out, do a thorough inspection, and give you an honest assessment of what's going on.

No pressure. No corporate sales tactics. Just two guys who care about doing quality work in our own community.

We're here in Mahomet, and we're not going anywhere.

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Mahomet, Illinois Serving all of Central Illinois.

Business Hours

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Sat Sun - Closed

What Keeps Me Going After All This Time

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:41:30 GMT

Years ago, when I was working in HVAC, my mentor asked us a question I still think about.

What keeps you going when the work gets hard? When you're in a 140-degree attic in July, or crawling through a freezing crawl space in January, or it's 10 PM and you're still not done—what's your why?

At the time, I didn't have a good answer. I was just trying to make a living, figure things out, find my way after losing everything in my previous business.

But that question stuck with me. And eventually, I found my answer.

It's the reason Chris and I started My Guys. It's why we work the way we do. And it's what I want to share with you today—because the "why" behind your contractor actually matters more than you might think.

The Question That Changed Everything

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I haven't always done crawl space work. For a long time, I didn't know what I was supposed to be doing.

I spent my younger years in a family RV business. We made good money. Then the recession hit, and we lost everything—literally millions of dollars gone. The business closed. My relationship with my dad was a mess. It was a dark time.

After that, I bounced around for almost a decade. Started online businesses. Did lead generation work. Consulted for local companies. Tried to build something, anything, that felt right. I was like a jellyfish—just drifting, trying to find direction.

Got into HVAC in 2017 because I needed a job. Didn't even know what an evaporator coil was when I started. But somewhere in that work, I fell in love with home services. Learned about indoor air quality because my wife has an autoimmune disease. Started understanding how homes actually work.

And slowly, all those years of wandering started to make sense. Every job, every failure, every lesson—it was all leading me here.

The Wandering Years

The Answer I Found

So back to that question: what keeps you going when things get hard?

Here's my answer: I want to be the type of man my wife Joanna wants our daughters to marry. And I want to be the type of man she wants our son to become.

That's it. That's what drives me.

I'm not gonna lie—it gets emotional even thinking about it. Because for a lot of my life, I wasn't that man. I made mistakes. I took shortcuts. I chased money instead of character. I let people down, including myself.

But that standard—being someone my kids can look up to—it changes everything.

When I don't want to get out of bed on a cold morning, I ask myself: am I being the man Joanna wants Josie, Olivia, and Kaitlyn to marry? If the answer's no, I give myself a kick in the ass and get moving.

When a job gets harder than expected and I'm tempted to cut a corner nobody would see, I ask the same question.

When I'm tired and just want to wrap up and go home, but the cleanup isn't quite finished—same question.

It works every single time. Because it's not about being perfect. It's about trying to be someone my family can be proud of. And that means showing up, doing the right thing, and treating people the way they deserve to be treated.

You might be wondering what any of this has to do with crawl space encapsulation.

Here's the connection: the standard I hold for myself as a man directly affects the standard we hold for our work.

If I want to be someone my kids look up to, I can't be the kind of contractor who leaves trash in your crawl space. I can't rush through cleanup because I'm already thinking about the next job. I can't treat your home like it doesn't matter just because you're not standing there watching me work.

Every job we do is a reflection of who we are. And I want that reflection to be something I'm proud of.

That's why Chris and I stay hands-on. We could hire more crews, expand faster, chase bigger revenue. But then we'd lose control of the quality. We'd become managers instead of craftsmen. And the work would stop reflecting our personal standards.

When you hire My Guys, you're getting Chris or me on your job. Not some crew we hired last month. Not a subcontractor we barely know. Us. The owners. Two guys who have everything on the line—our names, our reputations, our ability to look our families in the eye at the end of the day.

That accountability changes everything. It's why we don't cut corners. It's why we clean up completely. It's why we treat your home the way we'd want someone to treat ours.

What This Means for How We Work

The Difference Between a Job and a Life's Work

Here's something I've learned: there's a huge difference between someone who's just doing a job and someone who's building a life's work.

A job is something you do to get paid. You show up, do the minimum required, collect your check, and go home. When things get hard, you cut corners. When nobody's watching, you take shortcuts. It's transactional.

A life's work is something you're building that will outlast you. It's your reputation. Your legacy. Something you want to be proud of in ten years when you run into customers around town.

When you hire a contractor, you need to ask yourself: which one am I getting?

Are they just trying to get through the day? Hit their numbers? Move on to the next job? Or are they building something that matters—a business they can stand behind, a reputation worth protecting?

That difference shows up in everything. How they communicate. How they clean up. Whether they return your calls. How they handle problems. Whether they're still around when you need them five years from now.

We're building a life's work. And that changes how we show up for you.

What This Means for You

When you hire My Guys, you're not just getting a crawl space encapsulation service.

You're getting two guys who are trying to be men their families can be proud of. Who are building a business they can stand behind. Who treat your home like it matters because that's a reflection of who they are.

You're getting owners on the job, not a rotating crew. You're getting people who live in this community and have to stand behind their work every single day.

You're getting contractors who don't cut corners when nobody's watching—because we're always watching ourselves. Because the standard we're trying to meet isn't just "good enough to get paid." It's "good enough to be proud of."

That's the difference. And that's what you deserve when you invest in your home.

Why Owner-Operated Actually Matters

When you call one of the big crawl space companies, you're getting whoever they send. A crew that might be new. A manager in another state. Corporate policies written by people who've never been in a crawl space.

There's no personal accountability. If the work isn't great, those guys just move on to the next job in the next town. They're not going to see you at the grocery store. They're not sending their kids to school with your kids. Their reputation isn't tied to this community.

Chris and I live in Mahomet. Always have. We've known each other since fourth grade. When we work on your home, we're not disappearing to some corporate office. We're right here.

That means when we do your crawl space, we're thinking about running into you at the coffee shop next week. We're thinking about our reputation in this town. We're thinking about whether this is work we'd be proud to put our names on.

That's what owner-operated actually means. It's not just a marketing phrase. It's personal accountability. And it changes everything about how we treat your home.

Your crawl space problems aren't going to fix themselves. But they are fixable. Let's get it done — the right way, permanently.

Or call us directly (217) 863-9559

If you're looking for contractors who treat your home like it actually matters, who show up with the same standard every single day, who are building something they can be proud of—we'd love to talk to you.

Give us a call for a free inspection. Chris or I will be there personally to walk through your crawl space, show you exactly what's going on, and explain what we'd recommend.

No pressure. No corporate sales pitch. Just two guys from Mahomet who care about doing right by our neighbors.

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Mahomet, Illinois Serving all of Central Illinois.

Business Hours

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How We Help Mahomet Homeowners Make Confident Decisions About Their Crawl Space

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:04:10 GMT

Most homeowners have never been in their crawl space. Some don't even know where the entrance is. And honestly, there's no reason you should—until something goes wrong.

That's when it gets stressful. Someone tells you there's moisture down there, or your floors are sagging, or you've got a musty smell that won't go away. Now you're supposed to make a decision about something you've never seen and don't understand.

That puts you in a tough spot. How do you know what actually needs to be done? How do you know if you're being told the truth or just being sold the biggest package?

That's exactly why our process is built around helping you understand first. Because you shouldn't have to just trust us blindly. You should be able to make an informed decision you actually feel good about.

The Part of Your Home You Know the Least About

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Here's how most crawl space inspections work: a guy shows up, spends 20 minutes under your house with a headlamp, comes back up, and hands you a proposal with a big number on it.

Maybe he tells you there's moisture. Maybe he mentions some mold or sagging. But you don't really understand what that means, how serious it is, or why his solution costs what it costs. You're just supposed to say yes or no based on a quick pitch.

That approach works great if the company's goal is to close deals fast and move on to the next appointment. It doesn't work so well if you actually want to understand what's happening in your home.

When you don't understand the problem, you can't make a confident decision. You're either paralyzed by uncertainty or you're signing a contract and hoping it's the right call. Neither feels good.

And here's the thing: companies that use high-pressure tactics are counting on that confusion. They don't want you asking too many questions. They want you nodding along until you sign.

We do the exact opposite.

Why Most Inspections Don't Actually Help You Understand

Questions Before Inspection: Why We Start by Listening

Before we ever look at your crawl space, we sit down and talk.

Not about what we do or how great our company is. We want to hear from you. What have you noticed? A musty smell? Soft or squeaky floors? Did you see moisture down there? Did your home inspector flag something?

More importantly, what made you decide to call us today? What's bothering you most about this? What are you worried might be happening?

These aren't just polite questions. Your answers actually guide our inspection. If you're concerned about air quality because someone in your family has allergies, we're paying close attention to mold and humidity levels. If your floors feel soft in the bathroom, we're focusing on the floor framing system in that area.

We also want to know what you're hoping to accomplish. Are you planning to stay in this house long-term, or are you getting ready to sell? Are you looking to solve one specific issue, or do you want the whole crawl space properly taken care of?

All of this matters because it shapes what we recommend. We're not here to sell you the same solution we sold the last three customers. We're here to figure out what's actually going on in your home and what makes sense for your situation.

Listening comes before anything else. Because if we don't understand what's driving your concern, we can't design a solution that actually solves your problem.

Once we understand what you're dealing with, we do a full inspection of your crawl space. Not a quick look—a thorough one.

We're taking notes the entire time. Checking for moisture, looking at humidity levels, inspecting your floor joists and support system, examining ductwork, checking for mold or biological growth. We're documenting everything with photos and video.

And here's something most companies don't offer: if you want, we can set up a screen so you can watch the inspection in real-time. We'll walk through your crawl space with a camera, and you can see exactly what we're seeing as we explain what we're finding.

Most people don't take us up on that—they're fine letting us handle it. But the option's there because we want you to be as involved as you want to be.

We're not just looking at the obvious problem you called about. We're looking for root causes. If you've got moisture, where's it coming from? If your floors are sagging, what's causing the framing to fail? If there's a musty smell, what's actually creating it?

Surface-level fixes don't last. We need to understand what's really going on so we can address it properly.

By the time we're done, we've got a complete picture of what's happening under your house. And you're about to get that same picture.

The Inspection Process: Thorough, Documented, Transparent

The Conversation: Explaining What We Found

After the inspection, we sit down again. This is where we walk you through everything we found.

We're showing you the photos and video. We're explaining what each issue means in plain language—not contractor speak. If there's moisture, we're showing you where it is and explaining why it's a problem. If your vapor barrier is deteriorating, we're showing you what that looks like and how it's affecting your air quality.

We're connecting what we found back to what you originally called us about. That musty smell? Here's where it's coming from. Those soft floors? Here's what's happening with your floor joists.

There's no rushing through this part. We take as much time as you need. Ask questions. Ask us to explain something again. Challenge our recommendations. We're not offended—we want you to actually understand this.

Because here's the reality: if you don't understand what we're recommending and why, you shouldn't move forward. Period.

A confident decision comes from understanding. Not from being talked into something.

Your Options: Solutions That Match Your Goals

Once you understand what's happening, we talk about solutions.

We design our recommendations based on what you told us at the beginning. If you're planning to stay in this house for the next 20 years, that's a different conversation than if you're selling next spring. If your main concern is air quality, we're prioritizing encapsulation and dehumidification. If it's structural, we're focusing on floor supports and moisture control.

We explain each part of the solution and why it's included. We're honest about what needs to be done now versus what could wait. We discuss what happens if you address this today versus six months from now.

Some companies push one giant package on everyone. We don't work that way.

It's your home. It's your money. It's your decision. We're just here to give you the information you need to make that decision confidently.

If you want to tackle this in phases, we can talk through how to prioritize. If you want the whole thing handled at once, we can do that too. We're building a solution around your goals, not ours.

Why This Approach Works for Mahomet Homeowners

Here's what we've learned: homeowners don't need to be "sold" on crawl space work. They just need to understand what's actually happening under their house.

When you truly get why moisture is a problem, how it's affecting your indoor air, what's causing that smell, or why your floors feel soft, you don't need convincing. You need a solution you can trust.

That's why Chris and I take the time to walk through everything. We're not trying to rush you into a decision so we can get to the next appointment. We live here in Mahomet. We've been here our whole lives. Our reputation isn't just business—it's personal.

We see our customers around town. At the grocery store, at our kids' games, at the coffee shop. If we cut corners or pressure someone into something they didn't need, we're going to hear about it.

So we do the opposite. We take the time to help you understand. We give you honest recommendations. We let you make the decision that's right for your home and your situation.

That's how you build trust. And that's how you sleep well at night.

Your crawl space problems aren't going to fix themselves. But they are fixable. Let's get it done — the right way, permanently.

Or call us directly (217) 863-9559

If you're dealing with crawl space issues—moisture, musty smells, soft floors, or you just want to know what's actually going on down there—reach out to us.

We'll come out, ask questions, do a thorough inspection, and explain everything we find. No pressure, no rushing, no confusing sales pitch. Just a clear conversation about your home.

By the end, you'll understand what's happening, what your options are, and what we'd recommend. Then you can make whatever decision feels right to you.

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Why We Sit Down and Talk Before Looking at Your Crawl Space

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:00:55 GMT

Here's how most crawl space companies work: they show up, spend maybe 20 minutes under your house with a flashlight, come back up, and hand you a proposal with a big number on it. Maybe they explain a little. Maybe they don't. Either way, you're supposed to just say yes and trust them.

And you're left sitting there thinking, "Do I actually need all this? Are they being honest with me? What am I even paying for?"

We do things differently at My Guys. Before I even look at your crawl space, we sit down and talk. About what you're seeing, what you're worried about, and what you're actually trying to solve.

Because if I don't understand your real problem, I can't give you a real solution. And you shouldn't have to make a big decision based on a 20-minute inspection and a handshake.

The Conversation That Should Happen First

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Most companies have a system. Sales rep shows up, does a quick intro, goes under the house, comes back with a standard proposal. The whole visit takes 45 minutes, maybe an hour if you ask a lot of questions.

It's efficient. It's scalable. And it leaves homeowners feeling confused and defensive.

Here's why: these companies are running multiple appointments a day. They've got quotas to hit, territories to cover, and another estimate across town in an hour. So they can't spend too much time at your house. They need to get in, get the inspection done, present the solution, and move on.

The problem is, they're not really asking what you need. They're presenting what they sell.

And because you don't fully understand why they're recommending what they're recommending, you're left with doubt. Even if you say yes, there's this nagging feeling that maybe you're being oversold. Maybe you don't need all that. Maybe there's a simpler fix.

That doubt doesn't go away until someone actually takes time to listen to you and explain things in a way that makes sense.

What Usually Happens with Crawl Space Companies

Why We Start with a Conversation Instead

Before I get in your crawl space, we sit down at your kitchen table and talk. Not about products or pricing—about what's actually going on.

What are you seeing? A musty smell? Sagging floors? Standing water after it rains?

What are you worried about? Is it the health of your family? The structural integrity of your house? A failed home inspection that's holding up a sale?

What's your goal here? Are you planning to live in this house for the next 20 years, or are you trying to sell it next spring?

These questions matter because the thing you called me about is usually just a symptom of something bigger. You might say, "I've got a musty smell in my living room." But when we talk more, I find out your kid has asthma and you're worried the air quality is making it worse. That changes everything about how I approach the solution.

Or you tell me there's a soft spot in your bathroom floor. But what you're really scared of is whether your whole house is falling apart and you can't afford to fix it. Now I know I need to not just solve the floor issue—I need to help you understand what's actually happening so you're not losing sleep over it.

When I take time to listen and ask questions, I'm not just gathering information. I'm understanding what actually matters to you. And that's the only way to design a solution that fits your life, not just your crawl space.

Let's be honest: crawl spaces are not pleasant. They're dark, damp, and full of things most people don't want to think about . Spiders, rodents, mold, mystery smells. It's the part of your house you avoid.

So by the time you call someone like me, you've probably been putting it off for months. Maybe years. You've been ignoring the smell, walking around the soft spot, hoping it'll just... not get worse.

And now you're anxious. What's really down there? How bad is it? How much is this going to cost?

On top of that, a lot of homeowners have been burned by contractors before. Someone who didn't show up when they said they would. Someone who did half the job and disappeared. Someone who charged way more than the original quote.

So when I show up, there's already a wall up. You're defensive. You don't want to be taken advantage of. You don't fully understand the technical stuff I'm about to explain. And you're trying to figure out if you can trust me.

That's a lot of emotional weight behind a service call. And it's exactly why I don't just jump into inspector mode.

What Homeowners Are Really Dealing With

How Listening Changes the Whole Process

Here's what happens when you actually feel heard: the whole dynamic changes.

It's not "contractor trying to sell me something" anymore. It's two people sitting down to solve a problem together. You relax a little. The defensiveness drops. And we can have a real conversation about what's going on under your house.

When I come back up from the crawl space and sit down to explain what I found, you're not confused. You understand why I'm recommending what I'm recommending because we already talked about your goals. You know I'm not just throwing the biggest solution at you—I'm addressing the actual concern you told me about.

And here's the thing: when the solution makes sense to you, the price makes sense too. You're not thinking, "Is this guy ripping me off?" You're thinking, "Okay, I see why this matters and why it costs what it costs."

That's the difference between being sold and being served.

I've had customers tell me, "You're the first person who actually explained this in a way I could understand." Or, "I had two other companies out here and neither of them asked me a single question about what I needed."

That shouldn't be rare. That should be standard.

But because most companies are rushing to the next appointment, they skip the part that matters most: understanding the person behind the problem. And that's exactly why we do it differently.

What a Real Consultation Looks Like with My Guys

Here's how it actually works when you call us:

Step one: We sit down and talk. Before I even grab my flashlight, I want to hear what you're dealing with. What brought you to pick up the phone today? What are you seeing, smelling, or worried about?

Step two: I ask questions. Not to sell you—to understand. Is this your forever home or are you selling soon? Have you had work done before? What's your biggest concern right now?

Step three: I do a thorough inspection with all that context in mind. I'm not just looking for problems to upsell. I'm looking for the root cause of what you told me about.

Step four: We sit back down and I walk you through what I found. With photos, explanations in plain English, and honest answers about what needs to be fixed now versus what can wait.

Step five: We design a solution together. Not a cookie-cutter proposal. A plan that actually fits your situation, your goals, and your home.

No pressure. No rush. No wondering what you're paying for.

Why This Matters for Mahomet Homeowners

Chris and I aren't running ten crews across three states. We're not corporate reps with quotas to hit. We're two guys who've lived in Mahomet our entire lives, and we're working in our own community.

That means when we finish a job at your house, we're going to see you at the grocery store next week. At the coffee shop. At our kids' baseball games. Our reputation isn't just business—it's personal.

We have the time to sit down and listen because we're not trying to scale into some massive operation. We're trying to do excellent work for our neighbors here in Central Illinois.

When you hire My Guys, you're getting Chris or me. Not a sales guy. Not a random crew. The owners of the company who actually care about the quality of work we leave behind.

Your crawl space problems aren't going to fix themselves. But they are fixable. Let's get it done — the right way, permanently.

Or call us directly (217) 863-9559

If you're dealing with crawl space issues—musty smells, moisture problems, sagging floors, or you just want to understand what's actually happening under your house—give us a call.

We'll come out, sit down, and have a real conversation about what's going on. No pressure. No gimmicks. Just an honest assessment and a solution that makes sense for your situation.

Reach out anytime. We're here in Mahomet, and we're ready to listen.

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I Had to Tell a Customer She Paid for Work That Didn't Fix Anything"

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:48:02 GMT

I got a call from a realtor friend recently. She'd already had floor supports installed under an investment property here in Mahomet. Paid thousands for it. But the floors were still sagging and bouncing.

She knows we do crawl space work, and she wanted a second opinion. So I went over and crawled under the house. And I had to have one of the hardest conversations you can have with a customer: the work you paid for didn't actually fix anything.

One of the jacks was loose enough to jiggle by hand. The "beam" was just a single 4x4. Nothing was on proper bases. Only two supports where there should have been at least six.

This shouldn't happen. But it does—more often than you'd think. And it's why I'm writing this.

When "Fixed" Doesn't Mean Fixed

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The first thing I noticed was movement. I put my hand on one of the jacks and pushed. It moved. A properly installed floor support shouldn't budge at all—it's carrying thousands of pounds of load.

Then I looked at what they were calling a "support beam." It was a single 4x4 piece of lumber. That's not a beam. That's a post. And it can't distribute load the way a real beam needs to.

The jacks themselves weren't sitting on proper bases. They were just placed on the dirt. Over time, those were going to sink—and they already were.

And there were only two of them. For a kitchen floor that was visibly sloping and bouncing when you walked on it, two supports weren't anywhere close to enough.

This wasn't a situation where the work was done okay but needed a little adjustment. This was work that was never going to solve the problem. Looking like it and actually doing the job are two very different things.

What We Found Under the House

Why Improper Floor Supports Fail

Here's the thing about floor support work: physics doesn't care about good intentions or low bids. It only cares whether the structure can actually carry the load.

A single 4x4 post can't distribute weight the same way a properly built beam can. When you're supporting a section of floor—especially under a kitchen where you've got cabinets, appliances, and people walking around—you need a beam that spans across multiple floor joists and distributes that load evenly.

Then there's the base problem. When you set a jack directly on dirt or loose soil, it's going to sink over time. Especially in Central Illinois where we get freeze-thaw cycles and soil movement. Without a proper concrete footer or composite base, those jacks slowly settle into the ground.

The spacing issue is just as critical. Two jacks might have been enough if the problem was small and localized. But for a kitchen floor with noticeable sag and bounce, you need supports placed strategically to lift and hold the entire affected area.

So what looked "fixed" to the original contractor was never going to stay fixed. It was a temporary illusion that would fail slowly over months or years.

When we came back to redo this job, here's what we actually did. First, we pulled out the inadequate supports. Then we built real beams—multiple plies of 2x8 lumber fastened together. This creates a beam strong enough to span the distance and distribute weight properly across several floor joists.

We used fully adjustable galvanized jacks rated for the loads they'll be carrying. The adjustment mechanism lets us lift the floor gradually and precisely—you don't want to jack everything up at once. You lift slowly, let the house settle, come back and adjust.

Every jack sits on a proper base—either a concrete footer we pour or a heavy-duty composite pad designed not to sink. For this job, we installed six jacks instead of two, positioned to support the beam at the right intervals.

We warranty all of it for the life of the structure. Not one year, not five years—as long as that house is standing. Because when it's done right, we know it's not going to fail.

What Proper Floor Support Work Actually Involves

The Cost of Doing It Twice

This property is an investment for my realtor friend. She wanted to get the floor supports handled first, then come back later this year for a full crawl space encapsulation. Smart plan—fix the urgent structural issue, then address moisture when cash flow allows.

But now she's paid for floor supports twice. We gave her a discount because she's a repeat customer. But even with the discount, she's out significantly more money than if the work had been done right the first time.

This is what happens when you hire based solely on price. The cheapest bid isn't always the best value—especially when it means paying someone else to redo the work properly.

Other Issues We Found and Fixed

While we were down there, I noticed the crawl space entrance was a mess. It was cut into a window well, awkward to access, and whoever installed it didn't bother supporting the floor joist above the opening. They just cut the access hole and walked away.

So I dug it out properly, built a frame to support that joist, and made the entrance actually functional. Because if we're going to be back later this year to encapsulate the space, someone needs to be able to get in and out without gymnastics.

These are the kinds of things you notice when you actually care about the whole house, not just the specific task you were hired for. Good contractors see problems and fix them.

How to Avoid Paying Twice

If you're getting floor support work done, here are the questions to ask and red flags to watch for:

Your crawl space problems aren't going to fix themselves. But they are fixable. Let's get it done — the right way, permanently.

Or call us directly (217) 863-9559

If you've already had floor support work done and your floors are still sagging, bouncing, or sloping, give us a call. We'll come do a free inspection and give you an honest assessment of what's going on.

Maybe the work just needs adjustment. Maybe it needs to be redone. Either way, you'll get a straight answer from someone who's been doing this work for years.

No pressure, no sales pitch. Just real expertise and honest recommendations. We're here in Mahomet, and we serve all of Central Illinois.

If Your Floors Are Still Bouncing — Let's Talk.

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