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The #1 myth about what causes a wet basement
The number one thing most people are told to do, think they should do and try to do to stop their basements from getting water is a result of the #1 myth about what causes a wet basement.  That is "the dirt around my house isn't sloped...

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Wet Basement? Look Up!
Wet basements can be very frustrating. How about when you are out shopping, or even worse out of town, and you know there is a deluge that is probably wreaking havoc on your basement. Thinking about what must be going on can consume a person, and...

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Basement Waterproofing Paint
Waterproofing a basement with basement waterproofing paint on the interior of the walls is the most popular method used by do it yourselfers. Basement waterproofing paint can be a good solution for some, but not for others. Let's look at when it is...

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Wet Basement After A Snow Melt
I have received quite a few calls recently about wet basements after a snow melt. Many people say, "I never had a leak before now, why is is it leaking now?" Honestly each situation needs specific assessment to determine the source of the...

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Basement Wall Cracks
Basement wall cracks are most commonly cosmetic and some are structural. Typically if it is a vertical crack, it is not a structural concern. Vertical cracks are more prone to leak however and may require digging out on the outside to seal off the...

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Basement Waterproofing
Basement waterproofing problems easily can be one of the most frustrating a homeowner can have. Wet spots on the basement walls, mold and or mildew growth, cracks and actual water seepage in the basement are common basement waterproofing symptoms...

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Prevent Sick House Syndrome
The EPA informs us that six out of 10 homes and buildings are “sick” meaning they are hazardous to your health to occupy as a result of airborne pollutants. Most people spend well over 90% of their time indoors. In which case,...

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Different basement systems for foundation repair to consider
  There are a few different basement systems for foundation repair and basement waterproofing to consider. The best approach when doing research on these options is to carefully consider what the causes of the foundation problem are and...

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Basement Systems
It can be pretty tough to know how to choose a basement waterproofing solution because there are so many companies that want to sell their basement systems rather than taking the approach of a full service true diagnosis. Companies that...

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How to know if you are a candidate for foundation repair or not
I have literally looked at thousands and thousands of basements, called out for info on foundation repair.  Many times the issues are beyond repair and there are some guidelines that I follow to determine what level...

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Foundation waterproofing solutions are not one size fits all
When shopping for a solution that it may be difficult to know what type of foundation waterproofing makes sense because there are so many different opinions on what basement systems will work.  Prospective customers often tell...

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Consider this before contracting a basement repair project
Before contracting a basement repair project involving problems with basement water leaks or bowed basement walls, take a close look at the basement waterproofing contractors (and or) foundation repair contractors in your...

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Basement waterproofing cost info - Part 1
The basement waterproofing contractors may all look pretty similar in your area on the surface especially in today's world of the Internet.  I can start up a business today and make it...

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Foundation repair methods for stabilization / reinforcement
A common foundation problem is the presence of bowed basement walls and this issue is definitely not a one solution fits all problem.  Let’s look at older solutions first which are wall anchors and steel beam reinforcement.

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Basement waterproofing cost - Part 2
I recently covered what to look for in basement waterproofing companies which will impact basement waterproofing cost.  Here I will touch on basement waterproofing methods and the project cost. Let’s start with...

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Before waterproofing the basement...
If you are one of the many homeowners who have basement water leaks you may be considering your options for waterproofing the basement.  Before waterproofing the basement it is important to take a look at what type of basement...

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A few tips to help qualify your basement waterproofing contractor
Are you looking to hire a basement waterproofing contractor?  If so you may be wondering about how to qualify the good contractors.  Let’s look at some areas to consider, many of these are obvious but let's cover them to...

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New foundation repair solution for bowed basement walls
Forget the old fashioned "giant dirt clamp" wall anchors and sightly steel beams for basement wall stabilization.  If you have bowed basement walls you may want to look at the  foundation repair solutions offered by Fortress...

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Basement waterproofing in Barberton Ohio
Over the years we have seen a lot of basement water leaks in Barberton largely due to the age of the homes in the area.  Many homes in the Hospital area for example have a clay tile foundation - red-ish brown block with either a horizontal...

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Perfect customer service from basement waterproofing contractors in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
Pioneer Basement Solutions has earned Perfect Customer Service records for 33 years straight in Cuyahoga Falls.  Not only a Better Business Bureau rating of A+ but Pioneer Basement Solutions has never had one complaint...


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