Repairing Your Home

2 Common Culprits Behind A Wet Basement

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Nothing strikes more fear into the average homeowner than the thought of a flooded basement. Yet even a relatively minor leak can wreak expensive havoc in your basement, especially when you can’t seem to pinpoint the source. If you’ve got unwanted moisture developing in your basement but don’t know where it’s coming from, read on. This article will present two frequent sources of the problem. Groundwater Runoff This is not only the most common cause of wet basements but also one of the most difficult to eliminate.…

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A Homeowner's Guide To Handling A Flooded Basement

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The basement that you have in your home was most likely initially put there to be a functional place. In fact, a good dry basement is the perfect extension of the upstairs living space and many homes have basement rooms that are used just as much as the rest of the home. However, if you have a basement that is prone to leaks during wet and rainy seasons, the basement can feel more like an underground cave that offers no inherent use value to your home.…

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