CAN BASEMENT WATERPROOFING BE DONE IN THE WINTER?
It is often asked if basement waterproofing can be done in the bitterly cold winter that we get here in the Durham Region. A lot of people think that basement leaks only happen during rainy seasons. Wet leaky...
What is a backwater valve?
Do you have a backwater valve in your basement? Have you ever wondered what exactly a backwater valve is? in this article we are going to clarify what a backwater valve is and why you might need one.
The backwater valve is...
FALL HOME MAINTENANCE TIPS TO PREPARE YOUR HOME FOR WINTER
With the fall weather beginning to arise, now is the perfect time to think about getting your house ready for winter weather and snow. In this article we will list some preventive steps you can take...
Concrete Slab or Crawl Space?
the main decision of whether to go with a crawl space foundation or concrete slab depends on the type of soil, drainage, landscaping, and grading around your home. Both concrete slabs and crawl space foundations have benefits and disadvantages, the main...
Today, homes are built with professional wet basement waterproofing or foundation waterproofing installed by reputable wet basement contractors such as ACCL Group Ltd.
But if you own a home that is over 30 years old, it’s important to know how to prevent a wet basement. If...
The best solution to protecting your property from floods and heavy rain conditions is prevention. In this article we will discuss the different types of strategies you can use to keep your basement free of water and the disasters that come with it.
Health Impacts:
You may not...
When it comes to a wet or leaky basement, foundation cracks, mould and mildew, you want professional waterproofing contractors to tackle the job.
What does ACCL provide that the competition does not?
The difference between us and other companies starts with our installers and ends with the...
Foundation Cracks & Spots
When you call your waterproofing contractor to perform a basement inspection, one of the first things your contractor will look for is cracks in the foundation.
What Are Foundation Cracks and how do they occur?
Foundation cracks are more common in older structures compared to...
Questions to ask every waterproofing contractor. Whether you have had basement flooding issues in the past, or are looking to waterproof your basement to make it a livable space.
1. Are you licensed and insured? And does the insurance cover excavation?
This is one of the first...
The question that most homeowners ask is “Do I need a sump pump?”, and “When are sump pumps necessary?”. In this article, we will go over the main facts that will help you decide if installing a sump pump is a good idea for your...
