Archive for the ‘Foundation’ Category


Stopping Water Leaks and Seepage and Keep the Basement Dry

Posted by Jim Johnson in Foundation

Water collects on basement floors and walls during damp, humid weather. It happens because when moist air hits cold basement walls and floors, it condenses. Sometimes water collects during hard, fast rain storms, coming in between window frames and casings, through cracks in the foundation, or up through the sewer ...

Assessing Basements And Foundations in Your Home

Posted by Jim Johnson in Foundation

The foundation of your house has several tough assignments. First, it supports the weight of the entire house. It also acts as a retaining wall and must be firm enough to hold back the earth— and moisture—around its perimeter. Finally, it may shelter a basement. Basement/foundation walls begin with a concrete ...