by reliablebasement | Oct 1, 2014 | Basement Water
Leaves are falling, and many are falling into the gutter systems. The purpose of gutters, downspouts, and splash guards is to direct water away from the exterior of the home, preventing damage to walls, foundations, and landscape materials. If gutters are not...
by reliablebasement | Sep 2, 2014 | Basement Water
Why a window well is an important part of the drainage system. A window well without the drain can essentially allow water to pool up around the window and in the well leading to a whole host of issues including basement flooding, destroyed drywall, and structural...
by reliablebasement | Aug 8, 2014 | Basement Crack Repair
ULB-DRY Waterproofing Home Evaluation Checklist Your home may be the largest investment you will ever make. To avoid hazardous air quality, structural damage, and decreasing property values, it may be time for an in-depth analysis of what lies beneath your house. A...
by reliablebasement | Jul 1, 2014 | Basement Water
If you discover that your basement is wet, you really need to call a professional to get help. It might not seem like a big deal, but it can definitely turn into a worse issue if it’s not fixed. Here’s why: Dampness breeds mildew and mold. Water is your...
by reliablebasement | Jun 2, 2014 | Yard Drainage
Helpful Information Signs of Yard Drainage Problems Standing water or puddles in the landscape or lawnPlants may yellow, wilt or appear unhealthyYellow grass or patches of unhealthy turfMore pests than is common for the area Proper drainage of your yard keeps it...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Feb 21, 2014 | Uncategorized
This post was updated on 7/19/17 to reflect the latest available information. Starting in the late 1950s, it became common practice to install a perimeter drain tile as part of the program to prevent foundation seepage and water from entering a home’s basement or...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Feb 21, 2014 | Uncategorized
When most people think of basement flooding they think of heavy summer rains. However with today’s ever changing weather cycles, it is increasingly likely that sooner or later there will be rain showers in the middle of winter. Did you know that snow and ice...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Feb 21, 2014 | Uncategorized
When it comes to repairing basement seepage there are a two very different approaches commonly used to address problems caused by a leaking foundation wall crack. They would be a traditional internally applied epoxy or urethane injection or an external excavation and...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Feb 21, 2014 | Uncategorized
The thought of seepage destroying the belongings in their basement has provided many a sleepiness night to some homeowners. Just as dreadful is the uncertainty of the mess and cost involved to repair the problem. Rest assured interior foundation crack repairs are not...
by ULB-DRY Waterproofing | Feb 21, 2014 | Uncategorized
This post was updated on 7/19/17 to reflect the latest available information. Hydro-static pressure is a term commonly used to describe the amount of force exhibited by the water under the floor slab. Why would there be water under the floor slab? Because the soil...
