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With fall weather kicking in full swing, now is the perfect time to think about getting your house ready for winter weather and snow. Taking preventative steps now can save you money down the road and the headache of dealing with serious issues to your basement, attic or foundation. The following home maintenance items can make […]
Read MoreYou may not know it, but your sump pump could be the difference between a dry and wet basement or crawl space when heavy rains hit. As a quick reminder, household sump pumps: Are installed in the lowest part of a basement or crawlspace; Pump groundwater away from your home’s foundation so the basement or crawlspace stays […]
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Common Homeowner Issues Fixed by Crawl Space Encapsulation Crawl Space Leaks and Flooding Musty or Unpleasant Smells Damage to Wood Supports and Floors Burst Pipes Damage to Stored Items Cold Floors in Winter Damage to Stored Items High Air Conditioning and Heating Bills Pest Control Headaches When Selling Your Home Whether you know it or […]
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7 Tips for Preparing Your Home for Heavy Rains Clear debris from outside stairwell drains, window well drains, and egress window drains Ensure that drains are flowing properly Check sump pump discharge lines Check gutter downspouts Check the driveway Avoid aggressive roots when planting trees Build a soil crown Having issues with a wet basement […]
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Throughout Maryland, Washington, DC and Northern Virginia there are a lot of neighborhoods with historic homes built before 1900. These houses have stood for many decades and they offer a unique charm to homeowners. It is important that residents of historic homes in places like Frederick, MD; Alexandria, VA; and Georgetown hire the right professionals […]
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If you have a leaky or wet basement, or if you're seeing symptoms of moisture like the peeling paint pictured above, you might be wondering why...
Read More4 Reasons Growing Families Need to Waterproof Their Basement Health Reasons Preventing the Likelihood of Flooding Structural Integrity Overall Repair Costs If you have a growing family in the Baltimore, MD or Washington, D.C. metro area, you know that space in your home can be at a premium. If you plan on converting your basement into additional […]
Read MoreWith large amounts of snow still on the ground,, here are some snow-related household tips to help deal with the snow melt:
Read MoreThank you for visiting Value Dry’s blog! We are working on adding informative articles that will help you understand all things related to Basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, foundation repair and indoor air quality! We’ll also post announcement and updates about our company and the jobs that we’re doing, so stay tuned! If there’s a basement or crawl space issue in particular […]
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