How to get rid of a musty smell in your basement
It’s a cool evening, and you’re sitting in your warm living room, snuggled up on the couch with a hot cup of tea. There’s just one problem: your basement smells like mildew. It’s not an entirely unpleasant smell, but it can be distracting if you’re trying to watch TV or relax. Luckily, there are some…
How to fix a sump pump that keeps running
Why is your sump pump constantly running? A sump pump that keeps running can be a pain. It’s noisy, and it uses up a lot of energy. You might even worry that your basement is flooding… but don’t worry just yet! There are some common causes for this problem, and a fix for each one….
The 3 Major Issues With Foundation Crack Repair Kits
As a homeowner noticing foundation cracks is important! Spotting these is a critical step to maintaining your home value, and the structural integrity of your house. Foundation cracks can lessen the value of your home and cause basement leaks if not treated appropriately. Foundation cracks can lessen the value of your home. Cracks in basements…
How To Fix A Basement Leak
In Canada we have a tough climate that can cause damage to your basement which results in leaks. Plus improper home maintenance can also contribute to leaks in your basement. In this article we’ll break down how to fix a basement leak, step by step. How To Repair A Leaky Basement Step-By-Step Although basement leaks…
Buying A New Home? Look For These 3 Things In Your Basement
With the real estate market hot Canadians have been buying homes at all time highs. After you get an accepted offer there are 2 main things that happen next; financing and home inspection. We recommend that before you even look for financing you should always get a house inspection done first. Try to walk along side the…
Reasons Not to Fix That Basement Crack Yourself
Duct tape does not fix everything! However, on a serious note, it isn’t unusual for cracks to form in concrete walls. Concrete is a rigid material, to which normal settlement and other factors can cause cracks to form. Other causes for this problem include poor construction, water buildup in the soil, and fluctuating weather temperatures….