CITYVIEW’S Best of Des Moines has been central Iowa’s biggest poll for being the best at what you do. Being recognized as one of the best in Des Moines is no easy road as there are tons of great businesses in every industry. Rising to the top is no easy task as it […]
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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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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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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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From rainy spring days to summer and early fall thunderstorms to winter snow, your home is constantly under the threat of flooding. But even with the proper sump pump in place, your home could experience flooding at any moment because of your grading. So how do you know if your home is properly
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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A finished basement is the dream of many homeowners. Sometimes it’s a necessity, a way to create badly needed living space for a growing family. Other times it’s a luxury, a den, a family room, a playroom, a “man cave.” No matter what the intended use for finished basement space is, the job of turning
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One of the telltale signs of a basement water problem is stepping into a puddle on the basement floor. Of course, any water that comes into the basement for any reason – hydrostatic or lateral pressure, gutter spillover, or oversaturated soil around the foundation – or from any source – cracks, bad mortar joints
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DIY Basement Waterproofing mistakes Far too many people make the following mistakes when attempting DIY home basement waterproofing. BAM Basement and Masons has been waterproofing basements for years, and these are the most common mistakes we see on a regular basis. Applying Waterproof Paint to the basement walls Basement Waterproof paint can be misleading. It
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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