Are you struggling with a faulty basement waterproofing system? Do you have to deal with a wet basement every now & then? Chances are the drainage system in your basement is poorly installed, or water is accumulating around the foundation of your house.
Is Crawl Space Encapsulation Worth the Cost?
Do you have a vented crawl space? Do you think encapsulating your crawl space and other permeable areas can cost you an arm and a leg? Are you not sure whether your premises need encapsulation work?
How Does Basement Waterproofing Work?
A wet or leaky basement is a matter of significant concern for any homeowner. What might appear to be a slight trickle or leakage can turn out to be a warning sign that might require instant action on your part.
American Dry Stays Ahead of Bad Weather
Your home is vulnerable to bad weather. Snow, ice and rain can wreak havoc causing severe damage. Some of us are lucky enough to breathe a sigh of relief when nothing happens at all. Truth be told; luck does run … Read More
Flooding Due to Melting Snow
1 acre + 10 inches of evenly distributed snow = 1 inch/acre of water = 2,715 gallons of water That number is never the same because it is affected by many factors. For instance, it can change depending on the … Read More
Mold Spores Attack
A home is a place where we grow up. It should be a healthy, happy and safe environment but there is a lurking fungus all around us waiting for the right moment to attack. This fungus is mold. It is … Read More
Underneath the Basement Floor
We never think about it. What is underneath our basement floors? We are too busy enjoying the rest of the house to ponder on that thought. Our basements may be unfinished and occupied by the usual suspects; a furnace, oil … Read More
Finding the Correct Sump Pump Configuration
Any new home constructed with a basement below the water table is a candidate for a sump pump, but sometimes the sump pump is not strong enough to handle local rainfall or super soakers. Sometimes, a house does not come … Read More
Why Do My Sheetrock Walls Have Cracks?
There comes a time when cracks begin to appear in the sheetrock walls of a house. Those cracks usually appear in areas of least resistance, for instance, near windows or doorways. It is an unfortunate reality a homeowner must face … Read More
What Are Those White and Red Stains?
Efflorescences? If you have an unfinished basement with bare concrete or block walls, you might notice a strange occurrence that happens over time. You will gradually see an efflorescence, white and red stains appearing on the walls. This visual warning … Read More
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