Moisture (humidity) in basements is a very common problem but it is not always treated in the right manner. Basements that are used as living or bedroom spaces, moisture problems can not only become annoying but pose a serious threat to one’s health. That’s why...
One of the biggest questions, when thinking about waterproofing and installing drainage systems, is what method will you choose? If you are reading our blog for the first time or know nothing about waterproofing perhaps you are saying "wait, there is more than one method to...
Does Your Toronto Home Have Mould Problems? Toronto homes that have mould and mildew come with a lot of misconceptions. Mould and mildew can be an unseen problem in your home and is found in virtually every environment. Moulds can be detected indoors and outdoors all...
Autumn Maintenance | Ensuring a leak free basement this spring Autumn also known as the fall season is less then a week away! With this is mind, if your like most homeowners your probably concerned about a wet leaky basement. Not only do all the trees...
RED FLAGS - Sump pump failure - How do you know? A sump pump failure can result in various wet leaky basement damages. When you own a sump pump it is your first defence against a wet basement or basement flooding. However when a sump...
Foundation repairs in your home? - 3 Red FLAGS Being mindful of the condition your foundation is in can be very beneficial for both new and older homes. The foundation holds the weight of your entire home, but over time your property begins to age...
How do basements become wet? Basements are one of the most vulnerable areas of the house that is susceptible to moisture, leaks, and condensation. Have you noticed cracks outside your foundation walls, or inside on the walls and floors? Or have you seen the signs of...
4 Ways Water Can Get Into Your Home One of the biggest challenges we face during storms and unpredictable weather patterns here in Ontario is keeping our basement dry. Generally, in many cases, we end up dealing with the after affects of a damp, moist, and...
What is basement UNDERPINNING? Basement underpinning is the process of strengthening and stabilizing the foundation of an existing building or structure. Not only does basement underpinning strengthen your home’s existing foundation and structure it also adds extra space and height (basement lowering). In this article...
DOES YOUR BASEMENT NEED WINDOW WELLS? Did you know without protection your basement windows could be one of the reasons your basement is flooding? At ACCL Waterproofing we know that window wells may not be the most appealing look you may want outside your home, but...
