by reliablebasement | Nov 19, 2019 | Basement Window
Are you finishing your basement? How exciting! A finished basement can add valuable space to your home, whether you’re going to use it as a family room, an extra bedroom, a playroom for the kids, or an in-law suite. If you’ve been making plans, you probably know that...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Nov 18, 2019 | Crawl Space Encapsulation
You’ve likely installed a sump pump. You’ve maybe even laid drain tile. Now, you might be wondering: is there anything I can do to waterproof my crawl space? As a matter of fact, there is, and that “thing” is known as crawl space encapsulation. Curious as to the...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Nov 7, 2019 | Foundation Crack Repair
Imagine this: you walk down into your basement and notice a bunch of cracks. Vertical cracks, horizontal cracks, small cracks, large cracks—they’re covering your basement walls, and you’re starting to become concerned. If you’re experiencing this problem, you’re...
by reliablebasement | Nov 5, 2019 | Basement Waterproofing
Is your basement waterproof? A wet basement can be a real problem, not just because it smells musty and isn’t as functional as it should be, but because moisture in your basement can eventually lead to major issues like structural damage and toxic mold. Here, we’ll...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Oct 29, 2019 | Basement Waterproofing
One of the keys to making a basement habitable is to prevent moisture from making its way into it. Moisture is detrimental not only because it causes direct damage to possessions, but because it leads to the growth of mold and creates musty smells as well....
by reliablebasement | Oct 22, 2019 | Basement Crack Repair
Your foundation must be structurally sound to support the rest of your house. If your basement floors or foundation walls are cracked, find out how this might have happened, as well as what risks you face if you ignore the damage. Causes of Basement Floor Cracks A...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Oct 18, 2019 | Drain Tile
There is no shortage of entities that can help to waterproof basements in Lake Forest, Illinois. Though the sump pump is the most popular method, there are other effective methods as well, such as drain tile. Looking to learn a little more about drain tile? If so,...
by reliablebasement | Oct 8, 2019 | Basement Waterproofing
If you struggle with high humidity or persistent leaks and dampness in your basement, you could benefit from waterproofing services. Here are the top seven basement waterproofing solutions available today. Exterior Drain Tile An exterior drain tile system is...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Oct 7, 2019 | Foundation Crack Repair
Over time, as they take on wear and tear, foundations develop cracks. Unfortunately, these cracks create two problems: 1. They expose basements to water, and 2. They reduce the strength of the foundation at large. Fortunately, these cracks can be fairly easily...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Sep 29, 2019 | Basement Waterproofing
Because they exist underground, basements are subject to a great deal of water. As such, if you want to keep your basement dry, you’ll need to find a way to waterproof it. Fortunately, with all the waterproofing methods available to you, that won’t be a problem. Are...
