The housing market is recovering nicely. Homeowners are on the lookout for different ways to get the most out of their investment. With a full market, it’s important to find ways to quickly increase the value of your home. One such way is finishing the basement. Creating extra space brings extra bucks Think about it. […]

Buying a Home in Need of Foundation Waterproofing Are you buying a home? You probably have a list of items that you’re looking for in your new property. It can be difficult or even impossible to find a house that checks everything on your list. Therefore, when you find a property that has most of […]

Crawlspace Waterproofing – Addressing Crawlspace Drainage Problems Many of the problems that crop up in crawlspaces are a result of excess moisture. If you have standing water or signs of staining in your crawl space, you’ll need to include a drainage system as part of the crawlspace waterproofing process. The type of drainage system you […]

 Basement Waterproofing Membranes – A Vital Aspect for Exterior Waterproofing Are you experiencing moisture problems in your basement? You may have come across various methods of waterproofing including exterior waterproofing. This method of waterproofing involves the installation of a waterproofing membrane that prevents the intrusion of water. Below is a look at the membrane and […]

Basement Waterproofing Are you thinking of an improvement idea that can revolutionize your home? Most likely, you haven’t thought about your basement. Like most homeowners, your basement is probably an afterthought in your home improvement projects. One of the main reasons most people give up on their basements is because of water entry and if […]

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 pumps all the collected water out of your home. Like all other things in your home, […]

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 – Starting with the Root Cause 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 […]