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Basement Window Replacement: A Quick Guide with Bam Basements and Masons of Des Moines

Basement Window Replacement: A Quick Guide with Bam Basements and Masons of Des Moines Are you considering upgrading your basement windows? You’ve noticed drafts, leaks, or simply want to enhance the aesthetic appeal and energy efficiency of your home. Whatever your reasons, replacing basement windows is a very smart investment that can improve both the […]

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Keeping Your Basement Dry: A Vital Guide to Sump Pump Maintenance by Bam Basements and Masons of Des Moines

F. Keeping Your Basement Dry: A Vital Guide to Sump Pump Maintenance by Bam Basements and Masons of Des Moines Basements are valuable spaces in our homes, providing extra living areas, storage, and utility spaces. However, they are also susceptible to water damage, moisture, and flooding, which can cause significant damage if not properly managed.

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The Best Basement Waterproofing System for Your Home: Comparing Options

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The Best Basement Waterproofing System for Your Home: Comparing Options Having a dry, well-protected basement is important for maintaining the structural integrity and overall health of your home. Basement waterproofing is an investment that pays off in the long run by preventing costly water damage, mold growth, and preserving the value of your property. With

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Protecting Your Home and Your Health: The Importance of Basement Waterproofing and Radon Sealing

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Protecting Your Home and Your Health: The Importance of Basement Waterproofing and Radon Sealing Your home is more than just a place to live; it’s a place where you create memories, build a family, and find comfort. However, beneath the surface of your home lies a potential threat that can compromise both its structural

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Diving Deep: Exploring the Best Waterproof Basement Floor Options for Finishing Your Basement

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When it comes to transforming your basement into a functional and inviting living space, choosing the right flooring is crucial. One of the primary concerns in basement renovations is water in the basement, making waterproofing an essential factor to consider. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the best waterproof basement floor options that not only

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Winter and Effects on your Foundation

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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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How to decide where to install an egress window

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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

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9 Things to Consider Before having your Basement Finished

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+ Finishing a basement is a great way to add livable square footage to your home without having to build a new addition. Finishing a basement often seems like a DIY job, however there are aspects of it that require expertise from professionals. To help you start, we’ve rounded up 9 essential tips for finishing

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How is the Air Quality in your home?

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How to tell if have poor air quality in your home When most people think of pollution they think of outside smog, ozone, and haze. What they don’t think about or may not even know, is that indoor air pollution can be worse than outdoor air. Allergies, asthma, and other respiratory problems are linked to

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How does changing weather effect my basement health?

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Changing weather and temperatures in Iowa can be hazardous to your basement health. When temperatures rise and fall rapidly it causes your home’s foundation to expand and contract. When the temperature gets colder, water evaporates from the foundation causing leaks, cracks and can weaken the foundation. Thus causing basements water damage. Temperature changes also

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