Renovating your basement is a great way to create extra space in your home, add value to your property, and create a new and exciting space. Oh, and did you know that a basement remodel can offer up to a 70% return on investment? As a result, basement remodeling has continued to increase in popularity, [...]
In the winter your home is a wonderful escape from the cold temperatures outside. There’s nothing better than getting cosy on the couch with a hot drink and a roaring fire while the snow falls outside. However, the cold temperatures can put your home at risk. In the worst case they can even affect the [...]
It goes without saying that the foundations of your home are incredibly important. It’s important to identify and resolve any structural problems within your home quickly, especially when it comes to the foundation of your property. If there is an issue with the foundations in your home and you don't do anything about it, it [...]
With the changing colors of the leaves comes the colder weather, and more rain. Here’s our best basement waterproofing tips to help you prevent water from leaking into your basement and keep it dry throughout the fall. 1. Clear Your Gutters and Downspouts of Debris One of the main causes of water leaking into your [...]
If your basement floods, your priority is to remove the water and dry the area out. However, once the water is gone, one of the most important things to do after basement flooding is to check for any signs of mold or fungus. Getting mold under control early can help prevent a more significant problem [...]
Spring rain and winter storms are obvious trouble points for keeping your basement dry. However, the summer can be just as challenging if you don’t know how to prevent the hotter days from causing more basement woes. Has this ever happened to you? It’s a wonderful day outside, so you open your basement windows to [...]
Have you considered waterproofing your basement, but put it off because of the cost? If so, you’re not alone – especially if you’ve not yet had problems with a leaky or flooded basement. For many homeowners, the basement is an afterthought until there’s a problem that needs fixing. However, investing in waterproofing your basement might [...]
The temperature is rising, and summer is on the way. Spring is a great time to refresh your home, do some spring cleaning – and it’s also a great time to do some basement maintenance to help keep your basement dry all year-round. Check your seals Areas that provide potential access for water into your [...]
Do you know what the humidity levels in your home are? It's something many homeowners don't think about, but monitoring and managing the humidity levels in your home can have lots of benefits. The ideal humidity is between 40% and 60% humidity. Air that's too humid, or air that's too dry can cause these three [...]
Cracking in basement walls and floors isn’t only a problem in older houses, it’s reasonably common in newer homes too. Read on to discover what to do if you suspect your foundation is leaking.
