What Is Hydrostatic Pressure? Hydrostatic pressure occurs when underground soils begin to shift. Unfortunately, shifting soils beneath and around your home can cause many issues with your foundation. Why does this happen? To put it simply, excess rainfall causes the soils around your home to be saturated and leaves the water with nowhere to go. […]
BASEMENT WATER: 10 CAUSES 10 COMMON CAUSES OF WATER IN YOUR BASEMENT Are you dealing with water in your basement? You might be surprised to learn how common it is for homeowners like yourself to suffer from poor drainage or other issues that can lead to a wet basement. In fact, wet basements are one […]
What to Do for a Chipping Foundation Foundations can deteriorate and chip, or flake off. This kind of deterioration of concrete is known as spalling. A chipping foundation also signifies other moisture-related issues. Therefore, it’s important to have this problem inspected as soon as possible. What Causes a Foundation to Chip or Crumble? Aside from […]
Creating a Warm and Comfortable Basement Basements and concrete slabs are the largest sources of moisture in your home. The pores in concrete do not only let in moisture, but they actively draw it inside by capillary action. The average basement lets in 18 gallons of moisture each day, several times more than your bathrooms […]
Sources of Wet Basement Leaks Wet Basement and Water Leaks Where is the water coming from? Basement water leaks can be elusive at times. Narrow down the source of your leak and find the best way to protect your home from a wet basement. What Types of Rain Affect my Home? If it doesn’t matter […]
10 Steps to Prevent Mold Growth in Your Basement Your basement is a prime location for mold and mildew April showers bring May flowers… and lots of excess water. Since excess water encourages mold growth, it’s no surprise that mold prevention and remediation will be on the minds of many homeowners this season. And, of […]
What’s the White Stuff on My Basement Walls? The white, chalky, powdery stuff on your basement walls is efflorescence. It isn’t toxic, but it could be a sign of water problems. In French, the phrase means “to flower out,” and the white residue is known for its fluffy composition. How does efflorescence form? Efflorescence is […]
5 Reasons To Fix Your Foundation Now There are some things in life you should wait for. Foundation repair is not one of those. The best time to repair your foundation is now. Common signs your foundation needs help include leaning or bowing walls, water issues, doors or windows that stick or won’t close, sagging […]
Getting to the Root of Foundation Issues Majestic trees in your front yard may add beauty and shade to your property, but what’s happening beneath the surface? Are the root systems damaging your home’s foundation? Trees can bring many benefits to your property. They add to the curb appeal, and by providing shade, they can […]
What are Basement Weep Holes? Water enters a basement through cracks and crevices, so purposely drilling holes in your walls as a way to prevent water damage seems foolish. Yet that’s exactly what weep holes are designed to do. If your basement has a block foundation, weep holes can be a key element of waterproofing. […]