Archive for June 2017
Top Five Reasons a Flooded Yard is Cool
After a heavy rain, sometimes you’ll look out and see a fresh, slightly flooded yard. The crisp air, the dreamy puddles, the renewed greenery – it can all look amazing, like your own private Garden of Eden. Or not. It could also turn into a sodden, marshy mess. If your yard doesn’t drain properly,…
Read MoreProperty Upgrades Great for Staying or Selling
Sometimes, all you need is a little change. Whether you want to move to new surroundings or perk up your current one, property upgrades can breathe new life (and new value) into your home. If you’re thinking of selling, or are just in need of a change of scenery, here are some ideas to…
Read MoreWet Basements and Summer: What’s Causing That Moisture?
Spring has come and gone, and you might say a little prayer of thanks for getting through another very wet season. There’s no more melting snow or April showers, and that’s great! Just don’t sit back and wait for another winter to roll through – you can still run into problems this summer.
Read MoreCan Animals Cause Bad Drainage?
You might think you’ve thought of it all. You’ve got great drainage around the foundation, your pipes are far enough away from the house, and your sump pump is working as well as it possibly could! You are prepared for anything! Except… ANIMALS! Now there’s a strange sound in your basement. A scritch scritch.…
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