Most people look into basement waterproofing in response to a problem. If you are reading this blog you probably have a basement leak, standing water in the basement, moisture building up along the walls, or water seeping up through the concrete slab. The paint could be peeling […]
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Is your basement sick? Is it making your family sick? You probably haven’t given your basement much thought when you cough and sneeze; however, a wet basement can actually cause more respiratory and health problems then you think. Indoor air quality is directly related to the humidity […]
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Moisture can be as big of a problem as an active leak in the basement. Even though you can’t see it, basement moisture still a form of water and can cause problems such as mold, odors, rot as well as insects and other pests. All these issues […]
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When most people think of pollution they think of outside smog, ozone, and haze. What they don’t think about or may not even know; however, indoor air pollution can actually be worse than outdoor air. Allergies, asthma, and other respiratory problems to in the most extreme cases […]
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Some people may think basement waterproofing is a new technology. However, techniques for preventing water from entering a house or building have been around for hundreds of years. While the first liquid waterproofing coatings natural bitumen can be dated back to biblical times, the first known cellar […]
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The basement waterproofing industry is riddled with myths and misconceptions. Here are five myths about basement waterproofing. Myth #1: All you really need is black tar paint on the foundation wall and you are good to go! Black tar or waterproof paint applied to the inside or […]
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When you are shopping for a basement waterproofing system you may find there isn’t just one way to waterproof a basement. There are several options that all accomplish the same goal of keeping your basement dry. It may take some time to determine which one is right […]
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Crawlspace encapsulation was not always thought of as “necessary.” The school of thought for many years in the building community was to vent the crawlspace and keep the vents open in the summer and closed in the winter. Crawlspaces of the past were always vented. However, vented […]
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A sump pump should not be running continuously. Usually, a sump pump will turn on and off only as needed. If your pump is running too much it is working too hard and the motor will wear out sooner. If you notice your sump pump running continuously […]
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If you are shoveling heavy snow right now, you need to protect your basement come spring. When all the snow melts the water seeps into the soil and it can make its way into the basement or crawlspace. But how much water does snow that really equate […]
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