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Tuesday, September 30th, 2008

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Wet Basement Reduces Value

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Buying Land For a Log Home Or Log Cabin
One of the most difficult tasks about planning a dream log home is buying the appropriate and yet cost-effective piece of land. You need to consider the various areas that interest you in order to carry out the plan of your dream log home perfectly.

Basement Waterproofing - 3 Unique Options For a Dry Basement
While most homeowners understand the importance of having a dry basement, most do not know the different basement waterproofing options and methods that can be used. Here’s an important look at 3 of your choices.

What to Do About Basement Waterproofing Before It’s Too Late
Having a problem with water in your basement is a serious problem that not only keeps you from enjoying part of your home, but it can become an expensive nightmare to have to fix later. Here’s a look at basement waterproofing and what you need to know.

Foundation Repair - What to Look For in a Contractor
If you think that the foundation of your house needs work, it’s important to understand the differences between a quick fix and a permanent solution. It’s also critical to know how to select a contractor you can trust.

About Sump Pumps
If your basement is constantly flooded, you probably need a sump pump. A sump pump is a pump that is used to remove water that has accumulated in the sump pit, usually in the lowest part of the basement or cellar.

How To Select A Basement Waterproofing Contractor
If you have made the decision to have your leaky basement repaired and get rid of the water in the basement, then it’s time to look at hiring a basement waterproofing contractor. The question then becomes, how do I find the best one? Here’s some tips to help.

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Monday, September 29th, 2008


Sump Pumps Remove Water

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Standing Water Is Conducive To Mold and Rot
Have standing water in the crawl space or a basement? Follow these tips to find out how much water is really down there. The quantity might be several gallons, well beyond what it looks like at first glance.
Source: ezinearticles.com

Basement Flooding & Water Removal
Do you have the flooded basement blues? Due to their nature, being underground structures, basements are prone to water damage. It doesn’t take a river overflowing its banks or a major hurricane to flood a basement.
Source: ezinearticles.com

Foundations, What You Need to Know
Foundation types and what they are used for. A summary of the main types of foundations and where they are used.
Source: ezinearticles.com

Standing Water Is Conducive To Mold and Rot
Have standing water in the crawl space or a basement? Follow these tips to find out how much water is really down there. The quantity might be several gallons, well beyond what it looks like at first glance.
Source: ezinearticles.com

Basement Flooding & Water Removal
Do you have the flooded basement blues? Due to their nature, being underground structures, basements are prone to water damage. It doesn’t take a river overflowing its banks or a major hurricane to flood a basement.
Source: ezinearticles.com

Foundations, What You Need to Know
Foundation types and what they are used for. A summary of the main types of foundations and where they are used.
Source: ezinearticles.com

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Saturday, September 27th, 2008


Basement Leakage Can Destroy Furnishings

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Buying Land For a Log Home Or Log Cabin
One of the most difficult tasks about planning a dream log home is buying the appropriate and yet cost-effective piece of land. You need to consider the various areas that interest you in order to carry out the plan of your dream log home perfectly.

How Annual Rainfall Affects Basement Waterproofing
With recent advances in materials and construction technology, basement waterproofing techniques are quickly gaining popularity. When it comes to new residential construction, basement waterproofing techniques such as the installation of footer drains or french drains is a given if a home is being built in a wet area of the country. If you own an older home, however, the technology used when your residence was constructed might not currently protect you from all flooding and water damage problems.

Finishing Your Basement Can Be Very Rewarding
Transforming your home’s basement into a finished space can prove to be very rewarding. Frequently the additional living space is used for a variety of entertainment functions including: Recreation Rooms, Bars, Gyms, Billiard Rooms, Home Theatres and Family Rooms. In addition, Bedrooms and Bathrooms are also incorporated into the floor space. Typically the square foot cost of finishing a basement is significantly lower than other floors within the home.

Foundation Repair 101 - Class In Session
Foundation Repair This article is a simulated classroom that is meant as an educational, fun, approach to problem solving Foundation failures. Foundation Problems are very serious, and the chosen repair techniques are also quite serious, but we can still retain our sense of humor, and have some fun while we examine the issues.

Crawl Space Vapor Barrier Basics
Crawl Space moisture and flooding is a problem that extends to your entire home. Whether your crawl space is troubling you with mold, vermin, humidity, rot, or termites, this article has the basics on how to respond to the problem.

Where Is All This Basement Moisture Coming From?
Excessive basement moisture can attract toxic mold and eat away at your foundation. What’s more, there are a whole slew of ways water can get into your basement, whether from leaking basement walls, condensation, or a crack in the foundation. But knowledge is your best weapon against basement moisture: Read this article for a list of the most common ways water can get into your basement.

Basement Waterproofing Contractors - Make Sure They’re Busy
Choosing a basement waterproofing contractor is tricky business. Wet basements lead to enormous hassles, damaged property, and heavy expenses. If you find one company is busy and another can come down tomorrow, there’s probably a reason for it. This article covers some tips on how to research a company to see if they’re worth waiting for.

Foundation Failure
Has this ever happened to you? One day you wake up and notice a small crack in your wall or sheet rock. Article talks about the subtle signs of foundation failure that can be seen inside the home and what can be do to reverse the problem and prevent future occurances.

Foundation Waterproofing Vs Dampproofing
Foundation waterproofing performs better than traditional dampproofing when it comes to keeping a basement dry. Protect your home from water with a true foundation waterproofing membrane.

List of 21 Termite Prevention Tips
Termites need two things to survive: wood and water. Here are 21 tips to help thwart termite colonies.