A sump pump is your last line of defense between a dry basement and a flooded one. Your sump pump is an essential part of any basement or crawl space waterproofing system, as it is the only component that umps all the collected water out of your home. Like all other things in your home, […]

You’ve seen the house of your dreams and it’s going for a price you can afford. The only problem is that it has a wet crawl space. Do you let it go? Do you move on in search of another house? Or do you buy the house anyway? Is it worth the risk? Many times, […]

Indoor Air Quality – Different Ways that Dehumidifiers Protect You If you’re concerned about your indoor air quality, you most likely have invested in a dehumidifier. Many people do so in order to control allergies, as well as to ensure that the home environment is comfortable, especially during hot and humid days. However, there is […]

Have you come across basement wall cracks in your home? There are various decisions you will be faced with when this happens. Your decision will have a big impact on your household’s health and safety. The following tips will help you deal with the problem the right way. Do not ignore It can be tempting […]

Do you have foundation wall cracks? It can be tempting to run out and buy a DIY kit for the repairs. This, after all, sounds like a great way to save money. You’ll even gain some experience repairing things around the home as a bonus. There are so many instructional videos online and on TV. […]

Are you looking for a basement waterproofing contractor? Not everyone in the industry is competent and reliable. There are several homeowners who have learnt this the hard way. If you want to avoid this and ensure that the job is done right, avoid the following top mistakes that homeowners make when hiring waterproofing contractors.   […]

Basement waterproofing is one of the most important home improvement activities. According to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), over 80% of homeowners complain about their basements and request for quotes to improve them.  The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) also says that over 70% of new homes develop moisture problems in the basement within […]

When dealing with basement mold remediation, it is important for the home owner to understand that there are different levels of remediation. These levels are based on the level of contamination. The levels range from one, which refers to the least contamination, to level 5, which represents the highest level of contamination that often involves air conditioning […]

You’ve seen the house of your dreams and it’s going for a price you can afford. The only problem is that it has a wet crawl space. Do you let it go? Do you move on in search of another house? Or do you buy the house anyway? Is it worth the risk?  Many times, […]

Repairing Cracked Foundations Failing to start with the root cause of faulty foundations is one of the most common mistakes made by homeowners when repairing cracked foundations. This is often the result of inexperience or lack of knowledge and proper training. Many homeowners who attempt to DIY repairs of cracked foundations do so with the […]