by reliablebasement | May 9, 2022 | Basement Maintenance
How do you use your basement? Is it a family hangout or just a place to store some stuff you’re not using? No matter how your basement functions, it’s important to keep it dry. Why does it matter so much? A wet basement is inconvenient, but it’s much more than that....
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | May 7, 2022 | Yard Grading
When it comes to basement waterproofing, there are all sorts of options available — one of the most complex of which is yard grading. This is a process in which soil is dug up and repositioned to certain areas of a property to eliminate slopes and contours in the...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Apr 29, 2022 | Sump Pumps
If you’re looking to waterproof your Elmhurst basement, one system you’ll want to familiarize yourself with is the sump pump. Sump pumps work to periodically pump water out of your basement, keeping it dry. Are you interested in learning more about these types of...
by reliablebasement | Apr 21, 2022 | General Questions, Uncategorized
Your basement is either completely or partially below ground, so it’s more prone to dampness than the rest of your house. That doesn’t mean, though, that you have to have a damp basement! Here, we offer some helpful tips for keeping your basement dry. First, be...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Apr 18, 2022 | Foundation Crack Repair
If you want to keep your basement dry, it’s important to repair any cracks that form in your foundation over time. Foundation cracks are not uncommon, especially for older homes throughout the Winnetka area. You might be wondering: why is it so important to have the...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Apr 7, 2022 | Basement Waterproofing
Basements in the Elk Grove Village area are ultra-prone to taking on groundwater. If you own a home in the area, it’s important that you take the necessary steps to prevent water from flooding your basement during a storm. The question is: how can you tell if your...
by reliablebasement | Apr 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
Does your basement have a certain, distinct, musty smell? You may have smelled it so often in basements that you think it’s the way basements are supposed to smell. It’s not! While basements do lend themselves to musty smells by being below-ground with less light and...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Mar 29, 2022 | Sump Pumps
When it comes to the basement waterproofing system, nothing is more important than the sump pump. The sump pump pumps out groundwater as water levels grow too high, which keeps the basement from flooding. In short, it’s integral to the wellbeing of any basement in the...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Mar 18, 2022 | Basement Waterproofing
There are all sorts of things you can do to help waterproof your basement. You can install a sump pump, you can install drain tiles, and you can even grade your yard. However, one simple and effective option that many homeowners overlook is installing downspout...
by reliablebasement | Mar 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
If you’ve got a basement, the last thing you want is for it to be wet. Unfortunately, many basements are damp because of water seeping in from the outside. How can you prevent this? We’ve got some helpful tips on proactive ways to prevent water seepage in a basement....
