A basement is a wonderful part of a home, perfect for housing utilities, storing things, and perhaps even converting into a living space – that is, if it doesn’t flood. Basements are the most flood-prone part of a house because,… Read More
Archive for the ‘Waterproofing’ Category
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How Basement Waterproofing Increases Your Home’s Value
Even if you never intend to sell your home, you should always be thinking about its value. You don’t know what tomorrow may bring. If the time comes that you suddenly have to sell your home, you’ll want to maximize… Read More
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What to do About Musty Basement Smells
We’ve all experienced it: as you descend into a basement, you notice a distinct, musty smell. This experience is so familiar, many of us have come to dismiss as just that typical ‘basement’ smell. But the truth is that this… Read More
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4 Essential Components of a Basement Waterproofing System
Homeownership is the dream of countless Marylanders. But it comes with big responsibilities. Your home will require regular upkeep and careful attention to ensure it’s safe. One of the biggest scourges of homeowners comes in the form of water damage,… Read More
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Is Your Basement Prone to Flooding?
Simply put, every home with a basement needs to be properly waterproofed. But, for some homeowners, the risk of flooding in their basement is more pertinent than for others. While most people don’t consider Maryland as an area especially prone… Read More
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4 Problems Basement Waterproofing Prevents
Too many homeowners put their basements out of mind. Many people relegate it simply to a storage space, or a hang-out spot for their kids. But your basement is incredibly important both to the structural integrity and the safety of… Read More
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How Melting Snow Can Damage Your Home
When most people think of water damage in their home, they probably think of warmer weather. There is no telling when a tropical storm or hurricane could ravage our area, exposing shortcomings in your home’s waterproofing system. But the truth… Read More
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Our EPA Lead-Safe Certification and What It Means
If you’ve taken a look at our homepage recently, you may have noticed a new badge. This reflects the fact that we have acquired EPA Lead-Safe Certification. Today, we’ll explain the hazards of lead contamination, and go into some of… Read More
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How Basement Waterproofing Keeps Pests Out
Leaky basements come with a slew of problems no homeowner wants to face. Thankfully, basement waterproofing is the solution. Most of the consequences of an inadequately waterproofed basement are self-explanatory: mold, rot, and unpleasant smells. But others are not so… Read More
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Signs You Have a Leaky Basement
Have you given thought to waterproofing your basement? If you haven’t, you probably should. Few things can be more detrimental to your respiratory health than unwanted moisture in your home. You might think you’d know if you have a leaky… Read More