Ask the Builder: Effective drainage depends on proper design and use of materials
The first thing to understand about subsurface water movement is that it doesn’t always head straight down to the center of ...
How to Stop Water From Seeping Through Basement Walls
Dealing with a damp basement is annoying enough, but seeing water leaking through cracks in the foundation or mortar joints ...
Inspect Your Home’s Foundation With These Checklists
Ready to start the new year by protecting your home’s foundation? Here’s what to look for when you perform regular foundation ...
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What To Know About Drain Tile
A “drain tile” refers to a system of perforated pipes laid along the foundation, inside or outside. Also known as French ...
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Is a French Drain System the Right Choice for Your Backyard?
French drain pipes are excellent for collecting runoff from a slope, gutter system, or a problem area (like the home's foundation) and redirecting it to another area. This can help to reduce ...
How Water Damage Affects Your Home's Foundation
Ignoring water damage only allows the problem to escalate. Proactive measures are crucial to protecting a property's foundat ...