Basement ready for winter? - ACCL Waterproofing Many people believe that the rainy season is the worst time of year for a basement. Continuous rain and floods will put your basement's ability to keep water out of your home to the test. Water leaks and flooding...
What is Basement Parging, and how does it work? Basement parging is frequently thought of as an afterthought that completes the appearance of a home's façade. While decorative parging can improve the appearance of any drab-looking home, old or new, it also adds an extra layer...
Why is it necessary to waterproof wood and masonry? Weatherproofing wood and masonry protects it from UV radiation, humidity, frost, and insect damage in addition to preventing moisture damage. Waterproofing wood and masonry does not totally protect it from deterioration, but it does extend its life. Waterproofers...
HOW TO WATERPROOF CONCRETE? A foundation issue is probably the worst thing that can happen to a residential building, apart from it burning down. The foundation is basically the foundation of the house; it is what holds the structure in place by moving dead and live...
What are waterproofing membranes? A waterproofing membrane is a thin layer of water-tight material that is laid over a surface. This layer is continuous and does not allow water to pass through it. For example, on a flat terrace, a waterproofing membrane could be laid above...
How do crack injections work? – 6 steps Cracks in your foundation can occur when your property or buildings begin to age, settle and the foundation shifts, causing water seepage and basement floods. If you are a homeowner or rent a property than you know...
How to stop your property from flooding when the snow melts and thaw season begins! Over the winter season snow buildups overtime can cover our yards as well as create massive snowbanks leaning up against the exterior walls of your home. Spring is in our midst...
What Is Efflorescence buildup on Stone, Stucco, and Concrete? Efflorescence is a salt mineral or crystal, it's appearance looks white, grey and fuzzy. Found on the outside and inside of your basement walls, stone, stucco, concrete, or other building surfaces. It is a common problem in masonry block...
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What is a window well? A window well is a U-shaped , ribbed metal or plastic product available in hardware stores which is designed to fit around basement windows. Window wells can be any depth, depending on the basement's window, and they can also come in...
