A wet basement can lead to a wide array of issues, including water damage to your home and belongings and it can promote the growth of mold. If you find that your basement is consistently wet, there are steps you can take to fix your wet basement. There are many ways for water to get […]
As a homeowner, water damage should be considered a very concerning issue. Considering the effects of water damage can continue to spread even after the water has been cleaned up, you can expect this type of damage to lead to significant expenses if not handled properly, the first time. Significant water damage is increasingly affecting […]
Having to clean up your home or business after an incident that leaves major water damage, is a long and challenging process. Water damage restoration specialists help lessen the burden of having to go through this difficult process by helping restore your property back to its original form. Water damage restoration is the process of […]
Any home with basement windows at or below ground-level will more than likely have window wells. The purpose of a window well is to create a supported space between your window and the ground around it, this space allows for light to enter your basement through the below grade window without interference by the earth […]
A leaky basement is a common problem in most homes. Your basement is vulnerable to water seepage because of its below-grade position. Did you know that 90% of basements will eventually leak? Your basement is vulnerable to water seepage because of its below-grade position. Water leakage can cause mold and mildew to develop which is […]
Before we dive into whether or not you need to have a sump pump installed in your basement, let’s first review the purpose of a sump pump. A sump pump is a small pump that sits inside a pit or basin that collects excess water surrounding your home. The water enters the basin by either […]
Many homeowners become agitated whenever it clouds to rain and at the sight of snow. Rain and snow affect the basement, especially if the basement is not waterproofed. By the time snow begins to melt, the level of water in the basement will start to rise as well as when it rains heavily. Here are […]
The roles of basement waterproofing cannot be overemphasized in any building. And as a part of basement waterproofing, a French drain can be constructed. Do you wish to know what a French Drain is? Read more. What Is a French Drain? A French drain is a drainage system that is constructed to drain water from […]
Basement waterproofing is, unarguably, a crucial task that requires attention to details to keep the basement free from water seepage that is capable of causing health risks and damage to properties in the basement. The primary criteria for any waterproofing method include the ability to provide adequate insulation for the basement against all forms of […]
A homeowner’s least wanted visitor is a basement flood. Nobody likes them. They are messy, stinky and difficult to handle, but despite our wishes, they happen very often. Whether due to a disconnected sewer line or because of a tree root clogging a pipe, your basement can get flooded in no time. So besides doing […]
