Is your crawl space or basement moldy, musty, or damp? If so, then you’re going to need to hire a waterproofing contractor who can solve your water problems and make sure that your home is healthy, dry, and functional. It can be overwhelming to find the right contractor who provides waterproofing services, but it doesn’t need to be difficult. 

You just need to make sure that you talk to multiple contractors and ask the right questions. But which questions are really going ...

You may not be able to see most of it, but your foundation is the piece of your home that holds up the rest of the structure. Without it, your house wouldn’t be able to stand, which is why finding a crack in the foundation can be so scary. 

Is your home still safe? Do you have to move out? 

Before you start asking yourself these kinds of questions, take a step back. We’ve put together this guide to help you learn ...

Are you looking to improve the air quality in your home?

Many homeowners take to investing in a humidifier and high-tech air filters to improve their air quality. However, more homeowners should take a closer look at their crawl space area to improve their homes’ air quality.

This is because up to 50% of the air in your home comes in through the crawl space. The crawl space area in your home is likely one of the most neglected areas. If ...

We have all seen those homes where someone has revamped their basement and made it into a cozy little movie den or some other kind of entertainment area for family and friends. This is a great idea but the one thing you don’t want to deal with is a basement full of water damage. If you have a basement in your home you need to know how to prevent flooding. 

A stairwell drain is a way to eliminate the pooling of ...

Are you looking to learn how to DIY basement waterproofing? Well, it’s certainly possible, but you need to know some things first.

In premise, the first thing you need to do is to determine whether or not hiring a contractor is a more time-efficient and cost-effective approach to the question.

In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about how to get your basement waterproofed, even if you decide not to hire a contractor.

So if you’d like to get ...

basement waterproofing

Being proactive with your basement waterproofing is one of the smartest moves you can make as a homeowner. You don’t have to wait until your basement floods or you have water damage to call basement repair companies.

If you’re looking to avoid emergency home repair, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll go over everything you need about basement drainage and preventing expensive water damage. This is your go-to guide to preventative basement waterproofing.

Find the Water Source

If you see water ...

If you’re here, then you’ve probably got a number of questions ready and waiting. 

What is a window well drain? What are the uses for a window well drain? 

Where do window well drains go? Do you need to somehow connect this drain to the street or get permission to install them onto your home? 

If you have a basement with a window, you probably already have a window well. It’s the hole dug around a window located above floor level, such as ...

Any time that you’re looking for a service or a product, you want to make sure that the company you hire is going to do the job to the best of their abilities.

Unfortunately, that isn’t always guaranteed in this day in age. Many companies and services out there are more concerned with making a quick buck that genuinely cares about their customers and their needs.

When you hire a veteran-owned business, you’re getting the highest possible return on your investment.

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Having a basement is convenient, until it isn’t.

If you’re currently dealing with a wet basement, you’re not alone because over 60% of American homes deal with the same issue. The worst part is that close to 40% of them run the risk of basement mold, a category in which you don’t want to be a part of. Mold is increasingly dangerous, which is among the top reasons why you need to waterproof your basement.

Apart from mold, overlooking a ...

Due to their underground nature, basements are perpetually subject to mass amounts of water. Over time, this water can cause serious damage to a basement, leading to foundation cracks, mold growth, and general flooding. 

This is why basement waterproofing exists. Need help understanding waterproofing? Then read on because we’re going to get into the detail below. 

Why is Waterproofing Necessary? 

First, you might be wondering why waterproofing is necessary in the first place. The answer can be summed up in two words: hydrostatic ...