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Which Basement Waterproofing System Is Best?

09/10/2021

All Articles, Commercial Foundation Repair, Foundation Repair, Residential Foundation Repair, Seasonal Foundation Concerns, Waterproofing

WHICH BASEMENT WATERPROOFING SYSTEM IS BEST? There are several basement waterproofing methods available to homeowners hoping to prevent flooding and water damage from disrupting their home. However, the answer to which system is best is…complicated. The short answer is: installing a combination of waterproofing methods, as well as effective landscaping and drainage, so that your […]

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Does Basement Waterproofing Increase Home Value?

08/24/2021

All Articles, Crawl Space Repair, Finding a Foundation Contractor, Foundation Repair, Seasonal Foundation Concerns, Waterproofing

DOES BASEMENT WATERPROOFING INCREASE HOME VALUE? The value of your home is multifaceted and complex. Our homes represent so much more than a material investment; they hold memories of baby’s first steps, high school graduations, or the celebration of holidays around a dinner table filled with family and friends. Nonetheless, when it comes time to […]

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What To Do When You Find Mold in Your Basement

07/26/2021

All Articles, Finding a Foundation Contractor, Foundation Repair, Residential Foundation Repair, Seasonal Foundation Concerns, Waterproofing

What To Do When You Find Mold in Your Basement Although you might find mold unsightly, there’s another big problem with it – it’s dangerous. Mold can cause respiratory problems, as well as fatigue, confusion, and sleep disturbances. Therefore, as you can see, it’s not merely an aesthetic concern. Here is some information on identifying […]

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Ways to Keep Your Basement Dry

07/19/2021

All Articles, Seasonal Foundation Concerns, Waterproofing

Ways to Keep Your Basement Dry Maintaining can often feel like a tedious task. Whether it be big or small there is always something that needs to be fixed. A common issue many homeowners run into is a leaking or flooding basement. Something that homeowners that may not know is that leaking or flooding may […]

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What Is Hydrostatic Pressure?

05/10/2021

All Articles, Waterproofing

What Is Hydrostatic Pressure? Hydrostatic pressure occurs when underground soils begin to shift. Unfortunately, shifting soils beneath and around your home can cause many issues with your foundation. Why does this happen? To put it simply, excess rainfall causes the soils around your home to be saturated and leaves the water with nowhere to go. […]

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Basement Water: 10 Causes

04/26/2021

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BASEMENT WATER: 10 CAUSES 10 COMMON CAUSES OF WATER IN YOUR BASEMENT Are you dealing with water in your basement? You might be surprised to learn how common it is for homeowners like yourself to suffer from poor drainage or other issues that can lead to a wet basement. In fact, wet basements are one […]

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What to Do for a Chipping Foundation

11/13/2020

All Articles, Waterproofing

What to Do for a Chipping Foundation Foundations can deteriorate and chip, or flake off. This kind of deterioration of concrete is known as spalling. A chipping foundation also signifies other moisture-related issues. Therefore, it’s important to have this problem inspected as soon as possible. What Causes a Foundation to Chip or Crumble? Aside from […]

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Creating a Warm and Comfortable Basement

10/22/2020

All Articles, Waterproofing

Creating a Warm and Comfortable Basement Basements and concrete slabs are the largest sources of moisture in your home. The pores in concrete do not only let in moisture, but they actively draw it inside by capillary action. The average basement lets in 18 gallons of moisture each day, several times more than your bathrooms […]

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Sources of Wet Basement Leaks

08/21/2020

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Sources of Wet Basement Leaks Wet Basement and Water Leaks Where is the water coming from? Basement water leaks can be elusive at times. Narrow down the source of your leak and find the best way to protect your home from a wet basement. What Types of Rain Affect my Home? If it doesn’t matter […]

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8 Steps To Take When Your Basement Floods

08/06/2020

All Articles, Waterproofing

8 Steps To Take When Your Basement Floods A heavy storm can dump a deluge of rain and flood your basement. After the initial shock of seeing a basement covered in water, many homeowners struggle with, “What do I do next?” The waterproofing experts at My Foundation Repairs can help you figure out what to […]

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