We are getting back to the basics today to answer the question “What is basement waterproofing?” As your waterproofing experts, we want you to understand the what, why, and how of keeping your basement dry. What are the Long-Term Effects of Water in my Basement? Common sense tells us that we don’t want water in […]
Your sump pump works away keeping excess water out of your basement…until the day it doesn’t…. and you find a flooded mess when you walk downstairs! We want to help you avoid this nightmare by sharing 6 sump pump mistakes most commonly made by homeowners. Mistake #1 Not Making Sure the Sump Pump is Plugged […]
We get it-you’re excited to check out new homes on the market, but don’t let the thrill of a new house overshadow the need for a thorough inspection which includes checking for water damage. It can save you a lot of time, stress, and even heartache later! Damage from water can affect the entire home […]
We have shared many times about the importance of keeping your crawlspace dry. This cannot be stressed enough. One solution for a dry crawlspace is crawlspace encapsulation. What is crawlspace encapsulation and how does it work? What is Crawlspace Encapsulation? For years it was thought that allowing air to circulate in your crawlspace would be […]
With as many as 14,000 Americans facing a water damage emergency each day, being proactive with your waterproofing is common sense. For most homeowners though, the crawlspace is “out of sight and out of mind.” A false sense of security takes over. We think things are fine and dry and then wonder “Where did the […]
Let’s face it…there are many things that can make a house smell bad. Thankfully, most of those smells are easily remedied through a good cleaning or removal of the source. What if the smell is still there after you have done all of that? Unfortunately, the smell could be coming from your crawlspace….don’t worry though-we […]
You may have problems with sagging floor joists. If that doesn’t scare you it should because it means the structural integrity of your home is faltering.
When Home Inspectors inspect a home for purchase one of the main things they look for is proper water drainage around the home. In fact, it makes their top 10 things list! Making sure that rainwater is diverted away from your home is huge whether you have a slab foundation, crawlspace, or basement. The importance […]
There is nothing like an ice-cold glass of water or sweet tea on a hot day. When your glass “sweats” it is one example of condensation. While that condensation on the outside of the glass signals a nice cold refreshing beverage for us, condensation in your crawlspace could mean problems above! What causes condensation in […]
Stepping outside in Alabama in August means two things- heat and humidity! To many people the heat is tolerable but the humidity is what makes it almost unbearable! When humidity levels rise in our homes though, it can be more than just uncomfortable. Let’s explore what the ideal humidity level indoors should be, what causes […]