The Differences Between Basement Foundation types When it comes to buying a home or building a new one, basement-foundation-types is imperative that every homeowner understands different things about the home’s main structures and systems. While few people forget to think about the home’s foundation, the simple truth of the matter is that this is […]
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What is Hydrostatic Pressure? In regard to basement foundation problems, hydrostatic pressure can be best described as the constant force of water pressure constantly being forced on the basement walls. As a general rule, hydrostatic pressure increases as subsurface depth decreases, due to the increasing weight of earth and gravity generating downward force from above.
Can the washing machine drain into a sump pump? A washing machine should not drain into the sump pump. A washing machine that drains into the sump pump pushes dirty water into the pump and your yard. This can contaminate the groundwater and soil and lead to a more dangerous problem. The water that drains
Waterproof your deck and Help Keep Interior of Home Dry As a homeowner, you should be protecting your home’s interior and exterior. Water damage can leave you struggling to pay for expensive repairs. On average, homeowners pay thousands of dollars to fix water damage. If you don’t get started before the next storm hits, you
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How did BAM start and why? It has been 10 years now since Mark has started BAM Basements and Masons. BAM started as a one man show. Mark was doing sales, design and installations. So where did it all begin? Mark’s home basement flooded prompting him to call a few waterproofing companies for bids.
Tips to help Prepare your Pool for Des Moines Summer Summer is almost here, so you’re probably about ready to put on a swimsuit and enjoy the cool water in your pool. Before diving in, you have to ensure that your swimming pool is ready for the season. Proper pool maintenance is crucial to keep
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With the Spring rains in Des Moines and crazy weather changes, you may end up having water in your Basement. So where do you even start? Sure, there are a few waterproofing companies to choose from. How do you know which one to go with and why to choose them? You want to make sure
Clean your windows inside and out Spring is here! It’s time for fun in the sun, spending time outdoors and also freshening up your home. The sun shining through your windows is sure a welcome sight after the winter months, but the bright light may be drawing some attention to areas that are a bit
What it takes to Excavate and Replace Walls from the Exterior If you’re considering investing in foundation repair or basement waterproofing, it’s important to understand what your options are and what is expected with the options. Over the years waterproofing has improved a lot with technology and better options that come with warranties. Foundation excavation
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Get Ready for Des Moines Humidity Summer is right around the corner along with the hot and humid Des Moines weather. As we plan for outdoor activities, vacations and pool time, don’t forget to also plan for the humidity in your home. High humidity feels awful, you are sweaty, hot, uncomfortable and all around miserable
