What Do I Do With A Humid Basement?
For some of our mid-Atlantic area customers, moisture in the basement isn’t always the result of a flood or a leak. Because this region of the United States is a naturally moist one, sometimes moisture will begin to accumulate simply due to the dampness in the air, and while you may not notice that your basement is damp at first, it will soon become apparent when mold begins to grow on surfaces or property in the basement and you’ll get that tell-all musty smell. By the time mold starts growing it may already be too late for some belongings, but you can save others still unaffected if you take the steps to dehumidify your basement before the damage grows too severe. Continue reading →
Damp basements aren’t just musty and uncomfortable, they can present dangers as well. There are several hidden dangers associated with damp or leaky basements, and the only way to avoid exposing your family to these consequences is through basement waterproofing in order to keep the moisture out. The hidden dangers of a damp basement are: 
A flooded or wet basement comes with quite a few health risks, and we at AA Action Waterproofing want to make sure you’re prepared for what you may be facing should your basement begin to accumulate moisture. Whether you’re looking at inches of water in your basement, feet of water, or smaller patches of moisture, there are quite a few risks associated with any type of moisture allowed to take up residence in your basement space. The top 3 health risks associated with a flooded or wet basement are: 
There is just something refreshing about a strong summer thunderstorm. On those days where the sun is hot, the air is thick, and the atmosphere is muggy, a strong summer thunderstorm can cut through the heat and bring about a refreshing new start to the air outside, but things aren’t as pleasant as they should be if your basement is prone to flooding. While others are enjoying the fresh clean rain soaked air, you may be struggling to keep the water out of your home, and following up your evening with a long and complicated clean-up process. 
Maryland is smack-dab in the middle of the mid-Atlantic region, and this is a great middle point to use when looking at the type of weather that this portion of the United States is prone to experience. When it comes to flood proofing your home, your property, and your basement, the weather is what you’re looking to keep out, and in order to keep it out effectively, it’s best to know a little bit about it. 
A basement leak clean up will need to be done by a professional, but before calling the professionals in, you’ll need to take a few steps to clean up your space and your belongings in order to avoid further damage. Basement leaks can wreak havoc on your carpeting, your walls, and your property stored or kept in your basement, and the only way to save this property from further cleanup or becoming ruined is to take care of it straight away after its come into contact with moisture. 
A recent study has shown that in the mid-Atlantic region of the United States, a strong summer thunderstorm can be expected around every 5 to 7 days throughout the months of July and August. While it may be springtime now, summer is right around the corner, and you may be facing the heavy rains before you know it. These heavy thunderstorms will typically be rather short, but they come with strong winds and drenching downpours, the type of rain that doesn’t settle in to the soil around your home, but washes out like buckets being dumped all around your space. 
