Homeowners need to pay attention to all of their home, from top to bottom. That includes spending some time looking at their basements, and keeping a basement dry is an absolute must for anyone who owns their home. After all, flooding basements or even just moderate amounts of moisture in a basement can lead to mold growth, rot, damaged belongings, poor air quality, and much more. And considering that Maryland gets significant rainfall every spring – as much as 4 inches per month on average – it becomes clear that basement flooding is something you need to take seriously. Continue reading →
This entry was posted in Water Damage on May, 08, 2015
There’s no question that anyone who owns a home in Maryland needs to consider basement waterproofing. With average rainfalls of 3 to 4 inches a month common during the spring and with the thawing ground and snow throwing even more moisture towards your home’s basement, it’s an important step that nobody should ignore. But AA Action Waterproofing wants to remind everyone that this is a step worth considering for commercial properties, too. Crawlspaces and basements need to stay dry whether they’re a residential home or a business, and for several very good reasons. Continue reading →
Your basement shouldn’t be damp, period. It’s an extension of your home, and it should be cool, but dry. The same goes for crawlspaces, but both are often filled with moisture due to the wet weather that Maryland regularly receives. It’s important to keep a basement dry since failing to do so can lead to rot, mold, mildew, and other problems. But it’s not always easy to identify just what the issue is. Continue reading →
This entry was posted in Mold & Mildew on May, 06, 2015
There are a lot of things you should do to keep your Maryland home in top shape, and one is to consider taking the steps to keep your basement dry. Maryland homes experience a significant amount of precipitation each year – around 3 to 4 inches per month. That means that you can’t ignore waterproofing your basement to protect against rot, mold growth, and other issues. Continue reading →
There are a few words that can strike panic into the hearts of homeowners and landlords, and among them ‘mold’ is high on the list. Why do they panic about mold growth? The reason is simple. Molds can not only lead to respiratory issues and other health problems, but can also lead to incredibly expensive mold remediation and reduced property values. In extreme cases, homes have literally been condemned because of mold. Continue reading →
This entry was posted in Mold Remediation on May, 04, 2015
Maryland is famous for a lot of things, and residents here already know full well just how wet the state can be at times. As spring showers roll through, the state gets an average of around 3 to 4 inches of rain each month – and that’s not counting the water that assaults a home after the spring thaw begins.
Here at AA Action Waterproofing, we’ve found that everyone needs to consider basement waterproofing in Maryland. It can help anyone who owns any kind of property, and it’s worth taking a closer look at how it can help each type of property owner. Continue reading →
Your home is your castle, and when there’s a problem with it, you’ll find that it’s difficult to rest or relax. Just knowing that a potential issue exists is enough to lead to stress, and as such it’s important to figure out the cause of the problem and fix it fast. With Maryland’s wet weather and the spring thaw that occurs, it’s common for basement leaks to occur. In fact, more Maryland homes have moisture issues in the basement or crawlspace than you might realize. Continue reading →
This entry was posted in Water Damage on April, 30, 2015
Maryland has some of the wettest weather in the nation thanks to its location in the northeast. About 3 to 4 inches of rain falls here each month, along with significant snow accumulations during the winter. As the spring thaw begins and rainfall increases, a home’s basement can experience an onslaught of water. It’s important to protect against water entering the basement in order to prevent rot, mold growth, and much more. However, here at AA Action Waterproofing we realize that not everyone knows whether or not there’s a need for waterproofing their homes. Continue reading →
Maryland winters can be rough, with heavy snow and freezing temps. But the springtime is often even more taxing on a home, particularly on a basement’s walls. Foundation walls have to be able to shield against this moisture in order to prevent things like rot, mildew, mold, and more. Here at AA Action Waterproofing we believe that every time of year is worth considering basement waterproofing, but springtime is certainly one that deserves closer attention. Continue reading →
This entry was posted in Mold & Mildew on April, 28, 2015
Spring can be rough on a Maryland home. Not only does the state receive around 4 inches of rainfall every month, but the thawing snow and frozen ground can combine to assault your home with huge amounts of water. This impacts your basement more than anywhere else, and all of that water needs to be defended against in order to keep your basement or crawlspace dry. Continue reading →
