Waterproofing 101

These are just a few reasons you would need your basement waterproofed. It is important to have your basement waterproofed if you have noticed signs of water intrusion in your home, and also to prevent structural damage. Water is the most destructive force on earth.

Keys To Keeping Your Basement Warm This Winter

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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Repairing and preventing frozen pipes to prevent water in basement

  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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Top Four Signs You Need Basement Waterproofing ASAP

  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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Waterproofing your Basement: Results of Ignoring Basement Leaks

Waterproofing your Basement: Results of Ignoring Basement Leaks

  Over 90% of homes experience basement leaks. However, a majority of homeowners will ignore the need for basement waterproofing. Many homeowners leave the leaks unattended especially when they deem it a minor leak. The longer you wait to fix the water problem in your basement, the worse the situation will become. As soon as

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Why you should Waterproof your basement in the winter

Iowa Homeowners may be surprised to learn that the winter months are a great time to consider having their basement or crawl space waterproofed. Spring brings showers and showers mean moisture. At BAM Basements and Masons of Des Moines, we recommend waterproofing below-grade areas ahead of the upcoming rain and humidity! Unfortunately, if your basement

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Why Supporting Small local business’s Is so Important?

m Supporting Small local business owners is important because they provide opportunities for entrepreneurs and create meaningful jobs with greater job satisfaction than positions with larger, traditional companies. They foster local economies, keeping money close to home and supporting neighborhoods and communities.   The Benefits of Supporting Small Businesses Small-business owners love what they do,

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Questions to ask when researching Waterproofing companies

Waterproofing Companies: Not all renovation projects are aesthetic. Some are necessary just to keep your home dry. Is your basement or crawl space damp, musty or moldy? Then you need to find a waterproofing company that can solve the water problem. A basement waterproofing company can ensure that is the case through a variety of

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No More Creepy Crawl Space: here are some Reasons to Encapsulate

Creepy Crawl Spaces: Cobwebs, spiders, mice, and dirt. Moisture evaporating from the ground. Outdoor air coming in through crawl space vents, old insulation. All of these things allow scary specimens like mold spores, rot, and structural deterioration to make their way into your crawl space, making it look much more creepy than clean. Bam Basements

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Gutter cleaning and Why it’s so important

The fall season is finally here and that means the leaves are starting to fall off of the trees! The different colored leaves are certainly a beautiful sight to see, but not when they are clogging up your gutters. It is important that you keep your gutter clean in order to effectively keep rainwater away

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