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Asbestos Abatement
Questions about asbestos in your home
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Basement Dehumidifiers
The proper dehumidfier in your basement can insure a true comfortable environment
Topics: 2
Posts: 4
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my Basement
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Basement Drainage
Draining water from around or under your basement is the basis of waterproofing and it needs to be done right
Topics: 21
Posts: 55
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Water Leak From Interior Wall?
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Basement Egress Doors
Below ground doors require special attention to avoid leakage
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Basement Egress Windows
An improper below-ground window can be a constant headache
Topics: 3
Posts: 4
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Egress frost considerations ?
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Basement Finishing
There are many options to basement finishing or remodeling
Topics: 3
Posts: 6
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my Basement
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Basement Flooring Systems
What types of flooring are best suited for a basement?
Topics: 5
Posts: 8
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basement floor covering problem ?
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Basement / Garage Floor Coating
Basement floors do not need to be finished in the traditional sense -floor coatings are a cost-effective option
Topics: 3
Posts: 6
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painting wet basement floor ?
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Basement Insulation
What are the insulations options for a basement?
Topics: 5
Posts: 7
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Good quality home insulation
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Basement Lighting
Basement lighting requires special consideraions. Learn what they are
Topics: 2
Posts: 3
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Adding Lighting To A Finished Basement
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Concrete Crack Repair
There are many ways to fix a concrete crack - some better than others, some temporary, some permanent
Topics: 19
Posts: 32
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New construction concerns
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Crawl Space
A damp crawl space can cause an unhealthy home
Topics: 8
Posts: 17
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DIY: Mitigate Water in Crawlspace. . .
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Do-It Yourself
Discussions of do it yourself projects. If you have the time and talent, we can help you accomplish your goals
Topics: 2
Posts: 3
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Carbon Fiber for a DIYer?
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Drain Tile
Draining water from around your home and foundation is critical
Topics: 2
Posts: 8
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basement drainage concern
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Efforescense
That white chaulky stuff is an indication of water seapage and degrading concrete
Topics: 1
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Emergency Sump Pumps
When that storm hits and you lse power, your sump pump will not work
Topics: 1
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Flood Cleanup
Cleaning up after a flood can cause structural damage if not done properly
Topics: 1
Posts: 3
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We have been flooded
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Flood Insurance
Even if you don't live in a flood prone area, insurance may be a wise investment
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Foundation Maintenance
Like any structure, your foundation requires maintenance
Topics: 2
Posts: 2
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Basement Upgrade
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Foundation Waterproofing
Waterproofing your foundation will prolong the health of your home and aid in keeping your basement dry
Topics: 127
Posts: 203
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water in basement after a thaw
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Glass Block Windows
Glass block windows provide lighting and privacy
Topics: 3
Posts: 5
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cracking block windows
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Grading and Soil
Grading your soil so that water flows away from your foundation is critical to maintaining a dry basement and foundation stability
Topics: 2
Posts: 3
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clay based soil for grading
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Hardwood Flooring for Basements
Yes, there are hardwood floors suitable for installation in basements
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Home Warranties
Do you have appropriate and adequate insurances and warranties?
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InfraRed Thermography
InfraRed Thermography provides valuable information regarding moisture assessments, remediation oversights, energy audits, roof and electrical system inspections, and water damage investigations.
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Iron Bacteria
That red color in your pipes is caused by iron bateria that can eventually clog your pipes
Topics: 3
Posts: 51
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Major iron bacteria problem in sump
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Insulated Concrete Forms
insulated concrete forms reduce energy consumption and costs by over 50 percent when used to construct exterior walls and foundations.
Topics: 3
Posts: 4
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how to repair leaking ICF (logix)
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Miscellaneous
Subjects that do not fit in any of the categories defined below
Topics: 25
Posts: 39
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slab repair (chimney
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Mold Abatement
Mold can be unhealthy, contribute to allergies, household odors, and deterioration of your homes structure
Topics: 2
Posts: 7
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Will covering damp walls cause mold
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Mold Resistant Trim
There are alternatives to conventional trim that support and promote mold growth
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Piering Foundation Repair
Piering may be necessary to properly level a fopundation
Topics: 12
Posts: 14
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Slab-on-Grade Foundation and Soil Saturation
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Pest Control
Pests, including insects, rodents, snakes, etc., love to live in unfinished crawl spaces
Topics: 4
Posts: 11
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How did you get rid of bed bugs?
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Post Enclosures
Those obtrusive and unsightly posts can be made attractive with a variety of available enclosures
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Radon
Learn how to detect and remediate radon gas in your home
Topics: 2
Posts: 5
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DIY radon mitigation
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Repairing Bowed Walls
Bowed foundation or basement walls can be stabilized before permanent damage and foundation failure results
Topics: 32
Posts: 56
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Carbon Fiber for a DIYer?
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Residential Engineering Services
Engineering services are often required when dealing with foundation problems to insure the repair is done properly
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Street Creep
Street Creep, also called Concrete Creep, occurs as a result of the unpredictable movement, shift and expansion of concrete streets.
Topics: 1
Posts: 3
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Asphalt??
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Sump Pumps
Having the right sump pump can be the difference between a dry and wet basement
Topics: 13
Posts: 19
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Slab undermining
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Window Wells
With the growing livable basement trend, window wells are serving more purposes than just holding back dirt. They are an escape route for your little ones or a beautiful view from the basement family room.
Topics: 2
Posts: 3
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Window Wells Rising Up
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Radiant Floor Heating
Basement floor radiant heating systems are designed to heat a concrete slab, using it to conduct heat that is absorbed by the basement surroundings.
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What type of Floor
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A very low income family I know has a terrible bed bug infestation. Mom also has a lower IQ. I need some ideas to share with her on how to get rid of these things....preferably simple and cheap ideas but any ideas are greatly appreciated. Her kids are absolutely covered in bites and miserable. TIA06-14-2022, 10:39 AM