The majority of basements that are more than 10 years old will have water intrusion issues at some point in the near future. That’s because the “damp-proofing” sealant the builder coated the outer foundation walls with has deteriorated, allowing groundwater to infiltrate into your home’s foundation. If you want to protect your home and your […]
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Your home is likely your biggest investment. So you want to protect it. If you’re even reading a blog about basement waterproofing costs, you know you have issues with water intrusion in your basement. We’re sorry to hear that. It can be a stressful situation, but we’re here to help. You’re exploring your options and […]
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The 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season started on June 1, and doesn’t end until November 30. For the Mid-Atlantic region, the most active months are August and September. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), we can expect above-average hurricane activity this year. That will make it the seventh consecutive above-average season. We don’t […]
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Your home’s foundation was built to last. But as your home ages, it may settle, causing cracks to appear. Foundation problems can also arise due to water infiltration into those cracks, which can turn a small problem into a big problem. The structural integrity of your home depends on a strong foundation. Today, we’ve pulled […]
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If you own a home with a basement in Maryland or Northern Virginia, you may have heard about egress windows. So, just what is an egress window? Simply put, it’s a large window that is partially underground that allows for emergency escape from your basement. Why is that important? Because if there is a fire […]
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Buying or selling a home can be both an exciting time and stressful time. You envision yourself in your new home and your new neighborhood. One of the last things you’re probably thinking about is whether the home you’re buying or selling has a wet basement. In reality, it should be one of the first […]
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There are few things as stressful for a homeowner as realizing you have a flooded basement after heavy rain or snowmelt. Ripping out wet carpet, hauling away waterlogged boxes, and rushing to find the last wet vac at the hardware store are all tasks you wish you could avoid ever happening again. If you’re like […]
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Spring has sprung here in the Mid-Atlantic. The days of heavy snow and snowmelt should be behind us, but spring showers are certainly looming. Forgive us if we’re not stopping to appreciate the blooming trees and first spring flowers. April is a very busy time for those of us in the basement waterproofing business. Make […]
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Before we get into the pros and cons of crawl space encapsulation, let’s go over quickly what it is and why you might need it. Crawl space encapsulation is the process of removing and or treating any water-damaged material in your crawl space, installing a water pressure relief system (interior french drain) and sump pump […]
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If you’re reading a blog about basement waterproofing, chances are you have seen evidence of water in your basement and you’re doing some homework to determine if you have a serious problem. That’s a smart thing for a homeowner to do. Unaddressed water seepage can cause structural damage and affect the structural integrity of your […]
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