An egress window converts your basement space into more livable space for an additional bedroom, a home office, or a family room. Not only does it create more comfortable space to live, but it can also significantly contribute to the resale value of your home. One of the biggest questions that people have when […]
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Water damage can be incredibly costly, time-consuming, and stressful to deal with. One of the most common causes of water damage in homes is flooding or leaks in the basement. Basement waterproofing is an effective way to prevent water damage and protect your home. In this blog, we’ll discuss the importance of basement
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Here in Des Moines, IA we are subject to a lot of seasonal changes. In the summer, the soil around the city becomes incredibly dry. Then, in the winter heavy snow or freezing cold days, the soil can expand like crazy. Experiencing each season is part of life here, but did you know the changes
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The weather in Des Moines, Iowa can be very unpredictable. January can have freezing ice and snow, rain, or a warm spell can mean rain and a lot of water leaking into your basement. The freezing and then flooding can cause cracks in your home’s foundation to get much worse. As a homeowner, the unpredictability
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You’ve probably heard the news that home natural gas prices are projected to skyrocket this winter. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s Winter Fuels Outlook, the homeowner who heats with natural gas will pay 30% more this winter than last. The average homeowner who heats with home heating oil will pay 43% more.
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Water damage is a huge concern when it comes to selecting basement flooring. Basements are below ground level, where water from leaking pipes, poor drainage, and surface runoff ends up. Also, most basements have concrete slabs, which are usually uneven for obvious reasons. Uneven, or more specifically, imperfections in the surface, is a real issue
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Since the heat rises, basements are usually colder than the upper levels of your home. However, going downstairs should not feel like a visit to Antarctica. Having a major temperature difference between the main floor and the basement isn’t just uncomfortable for you; it can also have some negative consequences for your home and your
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With the winter months here, you should be on the lookout for a few things around your house that could potentially cause issues. One of these things is frozen pipes. Frozen pipes can lead to flooded basements if they thaw out and crack. Not all cracked pipes are going to be obvious. In fact,
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When you think of waterproofing your basement, you may think that it safeguards against floods and large spills or leaks. While it absolutely does, there are other, smaller issues that can lead to bigger, more expensive cleanups. Many of these tell-tale signs start slowly, with just a trickle or a drip and, before you
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