Are you about to waterproof your home? Are you looking for some tips to help you get by without a hiccup? Whether you’re looking for tips or just some basic things to look out for during the process, we have you covered. But before any of that, we should discuss why waterproofing your home is … Read more
Being a homeowner requires a lot of hard work to keep the house in tip-top shape. Some tasks are obvious like fixing a leak in the roof or replacing missing siding. However, many people overlook waterproofing the interior of the house. Keep reading to learn all about the importance of interior waterproofing. What is Interior … Read more
Over 130 million houses in the United States have full basements, partial basements or crawl spaces. While these underground rooms are great for extra storage, storm shelters, entertaining guests or just as additional rooms, there are a few things to do to keep them up to standard and safe. One essential safety measure is exterior … Read more
Your chimney protects your home. It requires yearly upkeep, so you can protect it, too, by preventing serious water damage. However, with so many options for waterproofing material on the market, it’s all too easy to make the wrong selection. Some waterproofing materials can damage your chimney just as much as the water it prevents … Read more
If you have a basement in your house, then you know the convenience that comes with having all of that extra square footage. Whether it is an area for living, recreation or storage, a basement provides homeowners with extra space that can be used for a variety of purposes. Of course, with that extra space … Read more
A chimney can provide your home with warmth, entertainment, and relaxation. It works hard to make you feel comfortable in your home. A quick look at a chimney may have you thinking they are indestructible. Although they are fairly durable, weather and usage over time can take its toll on your chimney. Some of the … Read more
Masonry steps provide a beautiful approach to your home. There’s nothing like pulling into your drive, walking up to your beautiful stone steps and entering your home. Unless those steps begin to suffer from any number of problems. The most common problems with masonry steps have solutions that are simple for a professional to repair, … Read more
Spring has officially sprung. Temperatures are rising, we’re starting to see more sun. With that, any remaining snow and ice are melting away. All of this is good news for us humans, but that water runoff can cause problems for our homes. Too often, this melting will saturate the soil, and force that water into … Read more
As you might imagine, we’ve seen basements in every stage of flooding — from a tiny leak to an unpleasantly surprising indoor swimming pool. We also meet a lot of folks who worry about the possibility of water damage to their home and possessions. They have a lot of questions and aren’t sure what they … Read more
If you’ve struggled with a leaking basement, then you know how frustrating it can be. What you might not know is what causes the leaking in the first place. After all, the builders didn’t make a house with the intention of letting water into the basement, did they? Probably not. While some older homes with … Read more