Guidelines for Homeowners: Groundwater Control

05/02/2010

All Articles, Crawl Space Repair, Foundation Repair, Waterproofing

Guidelines for Homeowners: Groundwater Control Groundwater management is essential not only in keeping your basement or crawl space dry, but also in avoiding damage to the foundation. Below grade structures (basements, crawl space, and slab on grade foundations) are designed to resist a combination of both hydrostatic and soil pressures. The terms soil pressure (the […]

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Foundation Problems?

04/17/2010

All Articles, Crawl Space Repair, Foundation Repair, Home and Foundation Cracks, Residential Foundation Repair, Waterproofing

Foundation Problems? The one thing that nobody tells you about home ownership is the major problems that can happen. There are appliances that quit working, roofs that leak, and basement walls that crack or settle. Foundation settling or shifting can be caused by many things. Before any foundation repairs can be made, these items have […]

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Groundwater Control

04/06/2010

All Articles, Waterproofing

Groundwater Control Foundation water drainage systems rely on two fundamental principles: Keep rain water away from the foundation wall perimeter Drain groundwater with sub-grade perimeter footing drains before it gets to the foundation wall Water drainage foundation systems are different from waterproofing systems. Waterproofing relies on creating a watertight barrier without holes or other means for […]

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Sump Pumps and Plumbers

03/17/2010

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Sump Pumps and Plumbers So your sump pump needs replaced, who do you call? For many the first reaction is to call a plumber. Typical plumbing contractors are often the first call for many homeowners. Often they advertise that they offer this service, they claim to be qualified and they did unclog your sink that […]

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Basement Sump Pits

03/12/2010

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Basement Sump Pits The ECP Sump Pit is the most efficient, safe and innovative sump pit liner available today! No longer do you have to settle for a glorified trash can or builders grade sump pit in your basement floor. This sump pit is molded from high quality, impact resistant polyethylene. This tough, seamless, corrosion proof […]

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Building Swales to Protect your Home

10/04/2009

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Building Swales to Protect your Home A swale is a broad channel used for the movement and temporary storage of runoff. They can be made of concrete or formed with natural materials. Swales are the best way to move large amounts of water away from your home. Swales also can move a portion of the […]

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Texas Foundation Repair and Soaker Hoses

08/16/2009

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Texas Foundation Repair and Soaker Hoses Watering your Foundation with Soaker Hoses It has been well established that foundation failures are widespread, especially in the state of Texas. Many experts claim that in most cases foundation failures are the result of an unregulated building industry, unskilled labor, and builders cutting corners for the sake of […]

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Waterproofing to Repair your Foundation

08/16/2009

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Waterproofing to Repair your Foundation When it comes to structural foundation repairs, the most common damage is due to water. Water or the lack thereof causes many problems, from settling, to bowed basement walls, to cracks and heaving. There are differing ways that water can get affect your foundation. Steps to Prevention: Waterproofing your basement […]

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Water Drainage and Waterproofing

07/30/2009

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Water Drainage and Waterproofing If you want a dry basement and a sound foundation, you must have an adequate foundation drainage system. The water content in the soil surrounding your house can fluctuate seasonally. There is always a point at which you can dig and hit water. Geologists often refer to this as the water […]

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Is your Basement Wet?

06/27/2009

All Articles, Foundation Repair, Home and Foundation Cracks, Waterproofing

Is your Basement Wet? Having water in your basement is never a good thing. From structural deterioration to mold growth, wet basements create a number of problems for your home. When you have wet basement problems, it’s critical to get your basement dry and keep it that way. In addition to standard basement waterproofing strategies, […]

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