A1 Foundation Crack Repair Blog

With the onset of the warmer weather, basements can become damp and moist. Just the nature of the basement, being below grade, makes them inherent to water problems. The cool basement air mixes with the warmer outdoor air and warm basement foundation and creates humidity.

If your basement is damp or moist, mold can grow, causing severe health issues and making it more difficult for you to sell your home in the future. Mold thrives in basements were there can be wet drywall, wood or paint; all three being the favorite food for mold.

Often, cleaning mold with bleach does not help. While the surface mold may disappear temporarily, the underlying spores often remain allowing the mold to come back. Therefore, mold must be removed. Before mold starts, remove the water in the basement instead.

Controlling the humidity in the basement with a dehumidifier cuts down on the dampness in the air and stops mold growth. Repair any cracks in the concrete floor or foundation cracks that allow in water into your home. Continuous water damage or moisture in your home only makes the mold problem worse.
 
For information on basement dehumidifiers or concrete crack repair, contact A-1 Foundation.

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If you have just purchased a new home and you are thinking of finishing the basement, there are some things to be aware of. Are there or have there ever been any signs of moisture or water in the basement? If so, STOP, do not do anything.

Basement moisture or dampness issues need to be fixed before you do any finish work below grade. With new homes, it is a good idea to wait at least a year to see if you get any water, seepage or moisture  in the basement over the course of all four seasons. If there is any water at any time, or any signs of dampness, fix the water problem first. Call A-1 Foundation Crack Repair.

Also, since water can easily permeate concrete foundations, pressure treated lumber is recommended for the bottom of the walls. Also, since it is a basement, which is below grade, consider using greenboard rather than standard drywall because it is better suited for damp areas like bathrooms.

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April showers bring May flowers. Unless that water is coming in your basement. Then all you get is a headache. Wet basements don’t only cause headaches; they cause mold, and an unhealthy living environment.

There are many ways that water can enter your basement, but one of those ways is a leaking bulkhead. Usually, bulkhead leaks are caused from movement between the bulkhead and the foundation. Bulkheads are separate from the foundation; they are just bolted to the foundation wall. When the bulkhead is bolted to the wall, a black rubber seal is put between the foundation wall and the bulkhead.  This is what stops the water. When there is movement between the bulkhead and the foundation, water can leak into the basement.
 
A-1 Foundation Crack Repair injects a closed cell polymer resin between the bulkhead and the foundation (cold joints).  Usually two visits are needed because bulkheads are susceptible to movement.  No matter what style bulkhead you have, A1 Foundation Crack Repair has the expertise to solve the problem, contact us.

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Realtors, you have clients getting their homes ready for sale. The real estate market is finally starting to pick up. Don’t let basement water problems or foundation cracks ruin the deal for you or your clients.

A-1 Foundation Crack Repair is a professional home water proofing company. Don’t let foundation cracks or basement water issues break the deal! We can help you close. Quick, live, professional, over the phone analysis over the phone 24/7.

A cracked or leaking foundation can lead to structural problems for homeowners and can break any real estate deal. A-1 Foundation Crack Repair provides prompt and absolute repair solutions for residential homeowners.

Do you have water in your basement caused by foundation cracks, leaks where the floor and walls intersect, or from a leaking bulkhead? Contact us, we can help. We are a full service waterproofing and foundation repair specialist. Whether your problem is a crack in your foundation, an overflowing window well, failed sump pump or drainage problem relating to a high water table, A-1 Foundation Crack Repair has the solution.

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The real estate market has been performing a bit better, and more than a few real estate agencies had a pretty good January. The market usually starts to pick up in the spring in Massachusetts, however, with the mild weather; homeowners are starting to think about selling their homes now.

If your home has had basement water problems and you are thinking of selling your home, those problems need to be fixed and they can only be fixed by a professional waterproofing company. With the real estate market as it is, low home prices and an abundance of homes on the market, your home needs every advantage in order to sell.

No matter how many times you have had a wet basement, this information needs to be shared with potential buyers. Ensure you get top dollar, and that your home stands out by showing the basement water problem has been remedied.

In home sales, there are more problems with wet foundations and basements than any other physical problem in a house. Ask any real estate agent and they will tell you the same thing. Spend a little money to fix the problem and make more money back in the long run.

To get your home ready for the market, solve you basement water problems by contacting A-1 Foundation Crack Repair.

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