You’ll encounter different prevention measures when protecting your property against moisture, humidity, and water damage. Some of these methods may include waterproofing and damp-proofing. Since these terms often appear together, people tend to use them...
Over 30% of adults and more than 27% of children in the United States have some form of allergy, according to a 2021 report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Allergies typically result from immune system responses to foreign substances in the...
Has your basement remained musty, with a foul smell even though it’s dry? Odd odors can be annoying and worrisome when coming from beneath your house. You might have checked some obvious possibilities, like damp furniture or storage, but that odor has yet to...
Have you recently noticed unusual cracks in your basement that have started to make you wonder about your safety? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Many people deal with such cracks in their walls, but not all are considered dangerous. They’re caused by...
The secret to a strong and durable structure lies in the stability of its foundation. A study examining the causes of building collapse in the United States cited structural defects as a common denominator. Since a house’s foundation is the cornerstone of its...
If you live in Philadelphia, you already know how common it is to come across structural basement damage. But do you know why it is so? The main cause of all the basement damage is Philadelphia’s humid climate and its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. ...