by reliablebasement | Sep 24, 2019 | Basement Window
If you’re working on finishing your basement with modern building codes in mind, you’ll probably need to install egress windows. We’ve got everything you need to know about how this addition can help make your basement safe and code-compliant. What are Egress Windows?...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Sep 18, 2019 | Waterproofing Membrane
While sump pumps and drain tile get most of the attention, they are far from the only basement waterproofing entities available. Another basement waterproofing entity that homeowners are flocking to is the basement waterproofing membrane. Interested in learning more...
by reliablebasement | Sep 10, 2019 | Drainage System
Water problems in the basement are inconvenient and frustrating. You need a solution to solve the issue once and for all! A drain tile system could be the answer to your troubles. There’s just one final decision to make—will you install an interior or exterior drain...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Sep 7, 2019 | Foundation Crack Repair
Foundation cracks are an unavoidable reality. If you own a home, you will have to deal with foundational cracking at one point or another. The key is to handle these cracks in the proper manner. To handle foundation cracks properly, you’ll first need to garner some...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Aug 29, 2019 | Basement Waterproofing
Maybe you’re thinking of waterproofing your basement, but are skeptical as to whether or not basement waterproofing would actually make a difference? After all, is it even possible to prevent the natural flow of water? The answer is a bold and unflinching “yes”!...
by reliablebasement | Aug 27, 2019 | Back Up Pumps
Whether your basement has flooded one too many times or you want to proactively prevent a flood from happening, you may consider installing a sump pump. This is a wise move, especially here in damp and rainy Illinois. The question is, should you also install...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Aug 18, 2019 | Foundation Crack Repair
One of the inescapable realities of having a basement is dealing with foundation cracks, which are a series of cracks that form on basement walls. Failure to deal with foundation cracks in a timely and proper manner can lead to dire consequences, all of which can...
by reliablebasement | Aug 13, 2019 | Drainage System
Standing water on your property isn’t just an eyesore—it can also lead to soil erosion, foundation cracks, and basement leaks. Here are seven ways to improve the drainage in your yard and protect your home’s structural integrity in the process. Extend or bury the...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Aug 7, 2019 | Basement Waterproofing
Basements exist underground. Precipitation flows down into the soil. Therefore, it stands to reason that moisture may eventually make its way into a basement. The question you might have is: how? How exactly does water make its way from the outside of your basement...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Jul 29, 2019 | Basement Waterproofing
There are a number of different implements that you can use to keep water out of your basement. While sump pumps and drain tiles are some of the most commonly used waterproofing entities, they aren’t the only ones at your disposal. Another effective waterproofing...
