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...
Why you should waterproof your basement
The main question every home owner or investor has is “should I waterproof my basement?” and “why I should waterproof?”. We’re here to help, in this article we will explain the main reasons of why it’s a good idea to...
Solution to prevent wet basement and foundation leaks
The best solutions to prevent future basement leaks is precaution. We want to give you five major tips for you to be prepared and prevent for a wet basement. First and foremost, you should ensure that you...
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Window wells are small semi-circular corrugated steel or plastic “wall” structures. They are positioned outside basement windows that allow more light to enter. The wells also keep soil and water away from the window. Some window wells also allow you to climb out the basement...
With the volume of rain that has been falling the last few days, I can only imagine the amount of basement flooding that has occurred. The damage that flooding brings with it can be catastrophic. Structural damage, wet furniture, and mold are only a few of...
Before you embark on any particular waterproofing endeavor it is a good idea to find out what the source of your problem is. Identify the basement leaks and you’ll know how to best deal with the situation in your home.
Causes of Basement Leaks
Basement leaks and moisture...
There are two key factors that you want in a foundation: strength and stability. A well-designed concrete foundation provides the stability, safety, and durability that your home requires.
Prepping for a Concrete Foundation
Healthy soil is just as important as the footings and concrete foundation that lie upon it....
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Basement walls suffer from leaks too often. If you are a homeowner and haven’t had to deal with a leaking basement, consider yourself lucky. Even in the best-built homes, cracks in foundation and basement walls will eventually form.
Cracks are formed from moisture in the soil outside...
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A weeping tile system is a 4-inch porous pipe. Other names include drain, perimeter tile or corrugated drain pipe used for underground water collection or discharge. It was named around the time when terracotta (clay) was the typical material used for drain pipes. The weeping...
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A crawl space is a type of basement in which one cannot stand up and the surface is often soil. It is typically small enough that you need to actually crawl into it, hence the name. These miniature basements offer a convenient access to pipes,...
