A sump pump is a mechanical device used to remove water from your basement or crawlspace. Sump pumps are particularly helpful in wet basement waterproofing
Have Basement Wall Cracks? The basement foundation wall of your home is very important. The walls of your basement are responsible for keeping moisture out of your home, as well as maintaining the stability of your home’s structure. The most common cause of basement water seepage in poured concrete foundations is a vertical crack. When […]
Invest in a Battery Backup Sump Pump for your home The most important device in your basement is a Battery Backup Sump Pump. Sure, an argument can be made for your pool table, TV, or other valuables, but you wouldn’t be able to enjoy them if your basement flooded. Homeowners with basements or crawl spaces
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Buying a new home, how do I know if It needs waterproofing? Let’s face it. The last thing on most people’s minds when buying a home is to inspect the basement for leaks. Realtors will tell you kitchens and bathrooms are what really sells homes. I am not a real estate specialist, but I will
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Time for Spring Yard Cleanup It’s the time of year to start cleaning up your yard and get ready for the hot and humid summer months in Des Moines. You will want to wait until it is above 50 degrees for 7 days consecutively. Here is a list of things to do when starting your
Interested in getting a free Basement waterproofing proposal? Getting water in your basement? Have Bowing walls? Cracks in the basement walls? Want to add value to your home for resale? Or thinking about finishing your basement? Then you are most likely looking at having a waterproofing expert out to your home to provide you
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What to expect during Basement Waterproofing and do you need to move out? Finding yourself in a situation of needing waterproofing in your basement? It can seem daunting to let anyone in your home to do any type of construction, even if you know the work needs to be done. But if you can
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Difference between Waterproofing and Damp Proofing If you are the proud owner of a home or any building, there’s a good chance that you have found yourself debating damp proofing vs waterproofing. You might not exactly understand either on a technical level, but you probably know that they are necessary without a doubt to
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You are going to install an egress window. You know you need it to comply with building codes and you also feel a personal responsibility for adding a crucial safety feature to a basement where people will be spending time. Decision complete, right? Well not quite. Now you need to figure out where to put
Replacement, Repair or Stabilization, that is the question? While there are some extreme cases where a foundation just can’t be fixed, we recommend repairing the foundation whenever possible. Not only is total foundation replacement extremely disruptive and expensive, but it is also not always the answer to your foundation problems. When it comes to your
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Can you do Waterproofing work in the wintertime? Yes, we can definitely install our interior waterproofing systems in the winter. How do I prepare my home/basement for your crew? We ask that you clear an area of 6 feet away from the walls or area where we are working. If needed, we can help
