You may not think of your basement as anything other than a place to store disused items and family heirlooms. But your basement is whole floor of your home. Why let it go to waste when with a relatively small investment, you can put this often overlooked room to use for you and your family. Flooded basements are especially a problem this year with the polar vortex and brutal winter that’s been hitting Maryland, Virginia and the northeast. By taking the time to waterproof your basement, you can turn your musty storage area in a vibrant, functional living area and increase the value of your home. Continue reading →
Your home is probably your most valuable asset, so it make sense that you would take whatever steps are necessary to protect it. You have smoke alarms, locks on the doors, and maybe even a security system to deter intruders. But did you know that your home’s safety may in jeopardy without your knowledge? A damaged foundation can undermine the very structural stability of your home, and can cause multiple secondary issues, like flooded basements, cracks in your foundation and basement, and even devaluation of your home. But fortunately, you don’t have to live with this threat. There are steps you can take to stop foundation damage before it occurs and to repair it if damage does actually happen. Continue reading →
This entry was posted in Structural Damage on April, 09, 2014
If you have sustained noticeable water damage to your basement, you no doubt have invested a great deal of time and money on clean-up. But did you know there may be lingering after effects that you may have not noticed? You may have structural damage, damage to your possessions, and potentially the most serious outcome of water damage, mold and mildew growth. Mold growth is dangerous because not only does it diminish the value of your home, it can make you and your family very sick. Mold grows best in stagnant water, in a dark environment. Most basements and crawlspaces provide the dark environment, while a leak in your foundation or basement wall provides the stagnant water. Mold can grow undetected for years, while making you and family ill while at the same time damaging your home and destroying whatever it’s growing on. Continue reading →
This entry was posted in Mold & Mildew on April, 07, 2014
Since your home is your most valuable asset, it makes sense that you’ll want to make sure that it’s in the best shape possible. Regular inspections of your property are useful to make sure that all is well, and that any potential problems are addressed before they become serious issues that could cost you hundreds if not thousands of dollars. One thing in particular to watch for is a degraded foundation. If left unchecked, a damaged foundation could allow leaks to occur, resulting in flooded basements, and creating the need for mold remediation. Also, a damaged foundation could result in structural damage to your home, and adversely affect market value. Continue reading →
This entry was posted in Structural Damage on April, 04, 2014
If you have water leakage in your home, especially in your basement, you might be getting sick and not even know it. That dark, dank basement is a haven for mold and mildew. Not only does mold bring down the value of your home, it could be making you and your family ill without your knowledge. Mold can cause allergies and other more serious illnesses if left to grow unchecked. Look at our list and see if any of these items apply to you.
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This entry was posted in Mold & Mildew on April, 02, 2014
The polar vortex and endless winter have taken their toll on Maryland, Virginia and the northeast. The constant freezing and thawing have made everyone long for spring and warmer temperatures. But the spring thaw could bring with it an unpleasant surprise in the form of cracks in your foundation walls. These in turn could lead to flooded basements or even structural instability. This could require expensive repairs and diminish the value of your home should you choose to put it on the market. Fortunately, you can prevent damage to your foundation and save yourself thousands of dollars with some preventive measures that are far easier to implement than a costly foundation repair.
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This entry was posted in Structural Damage on March, 31, 2014
With the polar vortex plaguing Maryland and the rest of the Northeast, it’s difficult to think about anything except the mind-numbing cold. But as we work our way through winter and into warmer temperatures, you should definitely be aware of the risk of basement flooding and its possible causes. In this post, we’ll examine these causes and what you do to prevent this very costly occurrence. Here are the top 3 causes of basement flooding and what you can do to prevent it.
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This entry was posted in Water Damage on March, 28, 2014
When it comes to your home, you’re probably willing to go to great lengths to protect it and maintain its value. As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. There are several steps you can take to safeguard your home from damage. One area you definitely don’t want to overlook is water damage. Water leakage can cause multiple problems, and lead to very expensive repairs. But fortunately, you can prevent many of these issues by taking a key step to head off problems before they start. Continue reading →
This entry was posted in Water Damage on March, 26, 2014
If you’re like most home owners, your basement is probably the least-visited room of your house. It’s most likely poorly lit, and musty smelling and crammed with your little-used possessions and family heirlooms. Because you may not be paying as much attention to it as you do other rooms in your house, disaster could be lurking with you none the wiser. Cracks in the foundation and basement walls may be letting in water into your basement from thawing snow that came to your area courtesy of the polar vortex. The bitter, arctic air could freeze your pipes and cause them to burst. Sewer lines could back up and spew filth into your home, potentially costing thousands of dollars in clean up. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to prevent the costly scenario of flooded basements, and improve the value of your home in the process. Continue reading →
This entry was posted in Water Damage on March, 24, 2014
When it comes to your home, your basement is probably often overlooked. After all, it’s most likely used for storage of little-used items and furniture, and is infrequently visited. But the source of costly repairs could be lurking in this often overlooked room. With the brutal polar vortex that’s been plaguing the northeast, your basement could be quietly leaking and damaging your home and possessions without your knowing it. Water can get into your basement from a variety of sources. In this post, we’ll look at them and how AA Action Waterproofing can help you protect your most valuable asset with basement waterproofing.
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This entry was posted in Water Damage on March, 21, 2014
