If you’re reading this, chances are good you have a wet, damp, musty and smelly crawl space, and you’re looking for solutions. So are a lot of people in the Mid-Atlantic region. If you’re searching for crawl space encapsulation supplies in the hopes of turning this into a DIY project, please reconsider. Why? Because to […]
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Here in the Mid-Atlantic, we don’t usually have to worry about creating an evacuation plan or boarding up our homes like our friends in Florida and the Carolinas do. But we do need to be prepared for the heavy rains that hurricanes and tropical storms can bring. Is your basement ready for hurricane season? The […]
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You’d be surprised how many times we hear that question. The truth is, there is no single answer that applies to every home. You have to do some investigating. Some people may not even notice a musty smell. Every nose is different. But if you notice a musty smell, it’s time to get to the […]
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A flooded basement can be a real problem, especially if it happens every time there is a period of heavy rain. Today, we’re going to give some tips on how to prevent basement flooding. Many of these are things that you, as a homeowner can do to help prevent future problems. If you know your […]
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If you own a home in the Mid-Atlantic region, chances are good that you’ll have wet basement issues or even basement flooding. It’s because of the nature of the clay soil, differing elevation topography, and in some cases, high water tables. You may have noticed water intrusion issues already, and applied some paint on sealant […]
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If you’re asking about basement waterproofing cost, you likely have a wet basement, standing water, or have recently purchased a home that shows signs of water intrusion and you’re concerned. Water intrusion into your foundation walls is serious business. Left unchecked, it can affect the structural integrity of your home. We often get asked “How […]
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When dealing with a damp or flooded basement, it’s important to explore your options. Investing in professional basement waterproofing can provide a long-lasting solution to water intrusion issues. But which is the better choice, interior or exterior basement waterproofing? Interior vs. exterior waterproofing depends on the specific needs of your property. Exterior waterproofing involves excavating […]
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We’ve all heard the saying “April Showers Bring May Flowers,” but April showers can bring something not quite so pleasant – a wet basement, or worse, a flooded basement. At Value Dry Waterproofing, the spring and late summer months are frequently the busiest. That makes sense because that’s when the Mid-Atlantic area usually gets the […]
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The best dehumidifier for your basement is the one that does the job most efficiently with the least amount of hassle. If your basement is normally dry but the air feels sticky when you’re not running the AC, a portable dehumidifier might do the trick. We are a big fan of installing ventilation devices like […]
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With snow melt and heavy rains in the winter months, many homeowners in Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware start to see water seeping into their basements through their foundation. The water may be coming up through the floor or you may notice damp or leaking basement walls. If you have a finished basement, you may not […]
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