Jun 19, 2023 | Basements, Crawl Space, Sump pump
Does it help to close vents in summer? We are asked this question concerning cooling (or heating) unoccupied areas of your home. According to electricrate.com, closed air vents don’t promote energy efficiency, contrary to popular belief. Instead, they do the exact... 
May 22, 2023 | Basements, Foundation cracks, Foundations
Basement humidity can be monitored and maintained safely and healthily with little effort and homeowner attention. However, with summer soon upon us, we may notice that our basement air is slightly heavier. Whether your basement is finished or unfinished, humidity is... 
Apr 17, 2023 | Basements, Crawl Space, Crawl Space problems, Foundation cracks, Foundations, Sump pump
A home inspection checklist for buyers is helpful when scheduling and attending a home inspection as the critical step in home buying. Understanding what occurs during a home inspection beforehand will alleviate some stress. While we are not home inspectors, we are... 
Feb 13, 2023 | Basements, Crawl Space, Sump pump
There are various types of sump pumps on the market, and installation is critical to ensure functionality when you need it most. Sump pumps can be the difference between a dry basement or crawl space and a very unpleasant experience. What is a sump pump? Sump pumps... 
Jan 3, 2023 | Basements, Crawl Space, Egress windows, Window Wells
A basement egress window can be the difference between life and death. Basement egress windows ensure that your family and guests have a way out in case of fire. What is an egress window? An egress is an exit, and an egress window is an escape window for basements....