The Maryland area is home to some great weather for most of the year, but as summer drags on the frequency of storms rolling up the coast and into the region will increase. And in many cases the severity of those storms will have a big impact on the homes that are found here. That’s why it’s so important to brace for these storms. A lot of different steps can help your home, but one of the most important is to take the time to complete some basic basement waterproofing steps. Continue reading →
Maryland homes have to be built to endure the climate here – and that means that they need to be able to stand up to the wet weather the region is home to. Just look at the month of July 2014 for proof – storms have battered the east coast, and it’s been incredibly wet throughout the summer. While plenty of people think about their roof when they hear the term ‘leak’, or about their plumbing pipes, there’s another place water can find its way into your home easily – the basement. Continue reading →
It’s no secret that Maryland gets plenty of rain. In fact, an average of 41 inches falls here each year. Combine that with the large amounts of moisture released after the winter freeze thaws in the spring, and you have some very wet weather to deal with. Because of this, most homeowners in the area are already well aware of the fact that waterproofing their basement is incredibly important.
At AA Action Waterproofing, we’ve noticed that a surprising number of people who go through the process of waterproofing their basement aren’t aware of all the benefits it offers. Sure, things like protecting a home from rot or mold growth are obvious, but what about the overlooked benefits that this basic bit of preventative maintenance can bring? It’s worth looking at those, too, so here’s a quick rundown of some of the benefits basement waterproofing can offer you that you may not be aware of. Continue reading →
Maryland weather can be incredibly wet. While the state gets an average of 41 inches of rain each year, much of that falls within the span of a few wet months. The summer storms that beset the coast each year are prime culprits in this wet weather – just look at the storms that rolled through the Eastern US in early July of 2014 to see how heavy the rainfall can be. Continue reading →
As a homeowner, whenever you see a problem with your home you probably go ahead and start taking the appropriate steps to correct the issue. But in some cases, prevention is the right call. When it comes to basement leaks, taking the initiative to prevent them before they occur is a much better idea than simply waiting until you spot a problem and then working to fix it. Continue reading →
A leaky basement is one of the biggest problems that a homeowner can face. It can lead to huge costs, mold and mildew growth, damage to personal property, and much more. Usually, it’s fairly easy to identify whether or not you have a leaky basement and just where the water is coming from. But in some cases, we’ve seen basements where it was very tricky to determine whether or not leaking existed. Continue reading →
Basement leaks are a serious issue, especially here in the Maryland area. With an average annual rainfall of almost 41 inches and some years approaching more than 60 inches annually, there is a lot of water that can find its way into your home over the course of just a few months. Continue reading →
If you live in Maryland and the surrounding area, you’re already aware of the wet weather we can endure here throughout the year. Heavy snows, deep freezes, and as much as 41 inches of annual rainfall are all part of our climate, and your home is there to protect you from the elements. But if a leaky basement becomes a problem for you, there are numerous things you’ll have to think about. Continue reading →
When your home is suffering from a leaky basement, it can add plenty of stress and worry onto your shoulders. And with good reason – here at AA Action Waterproofing we’ve seen firsthand just how damaging a leaking basement can be. But there are numerous solutions available, and by calling on the experts you’ll be able to rest easy knowing that you’re getting the kind of prevention you need to keep your basement dry. Continue reading →
If you’re a homeowner, you already know full well that any problem with your home could be a major cause for concern. That’s especially true when water begins to find its way inside your home. The basement is the most common area of the home that will suffer from water damage, and a leaky basement is all too common in the Maryland area. Continue reading →
