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How Far Below Ground Are Weeping Tiles In A Septic Bed?
Weeping tiles are an important part of your foundation, as they drain excess water away from the walls. But weeping tiles aren’t only found there – they are key to septic systems, too! For homes with a septic system, you may know them as “leaching lines” that send liquid to what’s called the tile bed,…
Read MoreCan You Discharge A Sump Pump Into A Sewer Line?
You see storm drains every day, and you know that they link up to the sewer system. Did you know that this system is different from the one that connects to your home? While it’s easy to assume that all underground pipes use the same system and head to a treatment plant, most cities have…
Read MoreAll About Bituminous Waterproofing
One important part of foundation repair is the layer of tar we spray on the walls. This common exterior layer is made of a petroleum-based asphalt, sort of like what goes on a roof. It is resistant to moisture penetration, making it very good for repelling moisture that makes it to your concrete foundation and…
Read MoreWhat Is Earthbag Construction?
Bags filled with sand and soil often make emergency floodwalls and rough shelters like military bunkers. But the same idea is becoming more popular among DIYers looking for natural building materials. A sturdy process known as “earthbag construction” is the preferred solution! Earthbag construction is getting a lot of attention as a low-cost, low-impact, durable…
Read MoreHow Much Do Window Wells Cost?
Window wells are a small but important part of protecting the inside of your basement. If water is leaking in from your windows, the problem might be with the window well – or lack thereof. If you don’t have wells around your basement windows, what’s the cost of having them installed? A lot less than…
Read MoreCan Weeping Tile Get Clogged?
Weeping tiles are pipes that run around the perimeter of the foundation or inside the basement to help water flow away from these parts. Many older homes also include interior weeping tiles; they are often included in unfinished basements in trenches and work if the exterior tile has failed. One of the most common ways…
Read MoreHow Wall Anchors Work To Prevent Foundation Issues
Foundation walls that are under pressure and buckling inwards can severely impact the rest of your home. Floors can slope, windows and doors will lean, and cracks can form around seals and on the upper floors. Even a slight lean can cause major problems! When you notice a foundation wall showing the signs of cracking,…
Read MoreSpring DIY Property Grading Checklist
The grading around a foundation is the level of the ground. This is one of the main factors for where rain and snowmelt will flow. You’ll want the grade to slope away from the foundation, and you’ll want to make sure it’s good when springtime comes. Luckily, checking property grading is something you can do…
Read MoreCan Extending Rain Gutters And Downspouts Reduce Annual Water Damage?
When it comes to keeping your foundation dry, gutters and downspouts are unsung heroes. Gutters channel the water off your roof while downspouts funnel it away from your home, but other than an occasional cleaning, it’s easy to forget about them!
Read MoreHow Can The Government Help Prevent Basement Flooding?
When your basement floods, you don’t have to fix it alone. Many municipal governments have programs designed to help homeowners with flooded basements, and this includes the City of London! But the biggest job they have is keeping larger drainage systems working, and this starts with the sewers.
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