Posts Tagged ‘waterproof crawl space’
Avoid These Waterproofing Mistakes in a Crawl Space
I know a list of 15 waterproofing mistakes made in a crawl space seems a bit extreme, but I wanted to share the mistakes we see homeowners and contractors make when fixing a flooded crawl space. Keep in mind many of these mistakes are made from cheapness or corner cutting and should be avoided. If…
Read MoreBest Drain Tile for Crawl Spaces and Basements
If your crawl space or basement is prone to flooding, installing the best drain tile will protect your home. Many companies offer inexpensive solutions to drain tile in order to appear more affordable. When the home floods due to water seeping into the crawl space or basement from outside soil, the damage can be significant.…
Read MoreCrawl Space Floor is Lower than Outside Ground Level
We got a question from Ryan in Crest Hill, Illinois, and apparently, he has a crawl space where the floor of the crawl space is below the grade of the outside. The outside dirt is higher, and the crawl space dirt is lower. He was wanting to know, does he need a sump pump? Water…
Read MoreFlotec E50VLT Sump Pump Assessment
The Flotec E50VLT Sump Pump is designed to waterproof crawl spaces and basements and keep them dry. In this article, we will review and provide specifications for this powerful sump pump. Flotec is our #1 selling and installed sump pump for crawl space encapsulation and waterproofing. Sump Pump Reliability The cast iron design of the…
Read MoreMisconception: A Sump Pump Will Dry My Crawl Space
Will a sump pump by itself dry your crawl space? Many contractors we encounter are telling homeowners that installing a sump pump will keep the crawl space dry. Is that true? The term dry can mean different things so is it referring to standing water or humidity? What Sump Pumps Do The sump pump is…
Read More5 Crawl Space Waterproofing Mistakes
Here are 5 crawl space waterproofing mistakes many contractors and homeowners make when correcting a flooded crawl space. The time, money, and effort it takes to repair a flooded crawl space is significant. Don’t waste these resources by making these crawl space waterproofing mistakes and having to redo the project. Mistake #1 – No Sump…
Read MoreEssential Guide to Crawl Space Waterproofing
The Essential Guide to Crawl Space Waterproofing is what every homeowner needs to know about correcting and preventing crawl space flooding. If you have standing water in your crawl space after heavy rains, you should read this information. It will help you determine the best solutions for crawl space waterproofing and water management. Waterproofing Guide…
Read MoreCrawl Space Waterproofing Tips
In this video, Michael explains why your crawlspace is wet and flooding. Seepage in the foundation can cause a wet crawl space or basement. Whether you choose interior waterproofing or exterior waterproofing and foundation repair, make sure you choose a permanent solution that fits your budget.
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