One of the things that home or building owners hear a lot of is the danger of mold building up in a structure. But what is mold exactly? And why is it really that harmful? The answers aren’t always simple, but we believe more information means more informed decisions, so we’re going to explain the fundamentals of mold and the risk it carries. Continue reading →
Most of the time when people think “home improvement” the things that come to mind are more visible, “big ticket” items like new extensions to the home, or finishing the basement to make it an additional, usable room for the rest of the house. Most people don’t think about waterproofing their basement, but it’s one of those processes—like a new roof, or better insulation—with few cosmetic benefits, but a lot financial security and savings in the long run. Here are three reasons why should consider getting your basement waterproofed. Continue reading →
In crawlspaces, dark corners, and cracks especially, mold can be pretty difficult to spot. At AA Action Waterproofing, we know how dangerous the presence of mold can be in the home, and how important it is to remediate it, but the latter can be difficult if you’re not sure where to look or what you’re looking for. We want to outline some of the most common signs that you’re dealing with mold, as this will help you to know when it’s time to call in the professionals for a mold inspection and remediation service. Continue reading →
AAAction Waterproofing is always happy to lend our expertise to Maryland residents when it comes to foundation and basement problems. Our experience is always available to those that need serious, professional help. But we also believe that for many people, a lot of issues can be avoided with a little diligence and prevention, and the humble downspout is one of those areas that we’d like to discuss today. It may not seem like much in the grand scheme of a home or other building, but the correct installation of a downspout can be exactly what you need to prevent costly repairs from water damage, and this is something that any home or building owner can easily do without professional assistance. Continue reading →
That state of Maryland gets the full cycle of seasons, with a cold winter, a wet spring, a hot, humid summer, and a dry autumn. Because of that, buildings in the state get subjected to all kinds of elements and temperatures every day, every year, without end. And sometimes that can result in a leaky basement. But how does this happen, and what can you do about it? Continue reading →
The dog days of summer are upon us, and while the weather is heating up, the mold activity in your home may be as well. During the summer, mold is provided with pitch perfect conditions to grow, spread, and thrive, so this is the time of year that you should be keeping your eyes, and nose, out for mold growth within your home. At AA Action Waterproofing, we can help you to find the mold and remediate it, but it pays to learn just when and how to look for signs of mold within your home during the hot weather months. Continue reading →
Getting a foundation repaired is a significant act for any home or building owner, and it requires a knowledgeable, experienced team to do the job properly. AAAction Waterproofing is one such company, but if a foundation needs to be repaired, what exactly do we do to achieve that goal? Continue reading →
Marylanders know how precipitation can affect the state of their home, but many don’t realize just what types of precipitation to look out for, and when they should be looking out for it. When it comes to summer precipitation, summer thunderstorms and late summer hurricane are often the most devastating, and it’s never too late to get your home protected. Continue reading →
Mold is often talked about in two ways; preventing it from infesting, or getting rid of it once a colony has infested a building. Those two topics alone make it pretty clear that mold is probably a bad thing that you don’t want in your home, but why? What is it about mold that makes it so harmful that you need to take drastic action once you find it is colonizing a structure? After all, it’s a fungus, like yeast or mushrooms, and those are very useful to people, so what makes mold so bad? Continue reading →
Your foundation is a pretty important part of your home, hence the name, and a cracked or damaged foundation can lead to basement flooding and leaking rather quickly. A home cannot be waterproofed and allowed to have cracks in the foundation, which is why this is just one waterproofing service we provide at AA Action Waterproofing. For those in the Maryland area, many often wonder just how these cracks begin to appear in their foundation in the first place, and we want to provide you the answer to just that question! Continue reading →
