by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Aug 29, 2022 | Basement Waterproofing
If you live in the Downers Grove area, you might be somewhat familiar with the concept of basement waterproofing. But what you might be wondering is: what’s the purpose of basement waterproofing? In other words, what happens if you do not waterproof your basement?...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Aug 18, 2022 | Foundation Crack Repair
If you’re going to keep water out of your basement, and if you’re going to keep your foundation fully intact, it’s recommended that you repair any cracks in your foundation as soon as you notice them. After all, foundations are prone to cracking over time. There are...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Aug 7, 2022 | Basement Waterproofing
If you live in a home in Vernon Hills that has a basement, you’re going to have to contend with groundwater. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help protect your basement from the effects of groundwater. Are you wondering how you can protect your basement? To...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Jul 29, 2022 | Sump Pumps
If you are loosely familiar with basement waterproofing, then you may have stumbled across the phrase “sump pump” at some point. The sump pump is one of the single most important entities in any basement waterproofing system. It actively pumps water away from a home,...
by reliablebasement | Jul 20, 2022 | Sump Pump
A sump pump is a great benefit to any house in danger of flooding. But what would happen if it stops working, or is turned off? Here are a few possibilities, along with some sump pump basics. How Sump Pumps Work Sump pumps are installed in basements or crawl spaces of...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Jul 18, 2022 | Basement Waterproofing
Basement waterproofing services should be looked at as an investment in your home or business. They not only protect your property from flooding, but they also offer several other benefits as well. Now, you might be wondering: what exactly does waterproofing a...
by reliablebasement | Jul 10, 2022 | Foundation Repairs
Your house is only as healthy as its foundation. Minor damages to your foundation can eventually lead to serious problems if they’re ignored. Because of all the extra material in a finished basement like carpet and drywall, it can actually be harder to check for...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Jul 7, 2022 | Basement Waterproofing
Do you own a home in the Mundelein area that has a basement? If so, and if you want to turn it into a habitable area, you’ll need to waterproof it. Waterproofing your basement will not only prevent it from flooding, but it will also help prevent musty smells, mold...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Jun 29, 2022 | Foundation Crack Repair
When it comes to a home’s foundation, it’s not about if cracks will form — it’s about when. Foundation cracks are a reality that every Arlington Heights homeowner will have to deal with. They often appear gradually over the years, and they can cause several problems...
by reliablebasement | Jun 21, 2022 | Basement Flooding, General Questions
How often does your home flood? It’s probably a pretty infrequent occurrence. With your basement, though, it’s a much different story. In fact, about 60 percent of homes in the United States have below-ground wetness, so basements are vulnerable to flooding just...