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Basement Waterproofing Solutions

Basement flooding is a major problem for many homeowners. Although waterproofing your basement may initially seem expensive and perhaps even unnecessary, keep in mind that in most cases, repairing damage caused by water will cost more than waterproofing your basement. Insurance Standard insurance policies do not always cover basement flooding. If you live in a high risk area, purchasing full coverage insurance against flooding should be considered. Keep a detailed inventory of the contents of your residence and take photos of the rooms as it wi ...
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Posted on August 08, 2007 09:08 | Basements

Flooded Basement and Water Damage? Get a Water Powered Sump Pump

Water damage... the bane of the home owner. You've spent countless hours renovating and finishing your basement, so the threat of flood water, mould, and damage is bound to strike terror in your heart. You're not alone, and you're not defenceless. A water powered sump pump is the saviour of the finished basement. How do water powered sump pumps work? Consisting of four major parts - a ground-water collection system, a sump tank, a pump and an outlet drain - water powered sump pumps can be the most reliable defence mechanisms against basement f ...
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Posted on January 26, 2007 10:01 | Basements

Remedies for a Wet Basement

Remedies for a Wet Basement By: Robert Clarke A wet basement can be just a nuisance or even real nightmare. Each year, thousands of homeowners are faced with the unpleasant side effects of seasonal rainfall. Problems they can face range from just dampness to even flooding. Chronic basement leakage is a serious problem that can destroy personal property, furnishings, appliances, and sometimes even cause permanent structural damage to a homes foundation. Excessive moisture is a huge attraction to wood-eating insects, wood rot an ...
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Posted on August 07, 2005 01:08 | Basements

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