Here
are some additional resources that explain some of the issues and materials
we come across frequently. If you have an online resource that you would
like to share with us, please let us know.
The
foundation of your home not only supports the entire structure, it keeps water
from seeping into the basement of the borne. Keeping the basement waterproofed
and dry requires some care. It is not unusual for a house to experience basement
wetness at some point in time. You can take measures that prevent moisture problems
from developing. Proper drainage and grading carries surface water away from the
foundation. This is essential during periods of heavy rainfall or rapid snowmelt.
Surface water can be described as water from rainfall, sprinklers, hoses, etc.
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Bentonite
waterproofing has proven reliable for a wide range of applications, including
underslab, back-filled walls, plaza deck, and property line construction such
as soldier pile and lagging. Underslab applications typically are installed directly
on a properly compacted substrate, eliminating the requirement for a mud slab.
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You
may suspect hidden mold if a building smells moldy, but you cannot see the source,
or if you know there has been water damage and residents are reporting health
problems. Mold may be hidden in places such as the back side of dry wall, wallpaper,
or paneling, the top side of ceiling tiles, the underside of carpets and pads,
etc. Other possible locations of hidden mold include areas inside walls around
pipes (with leaking or condensing pipes), the surface of walls behind furniture
(where condensation forms), inside ductwork, and in roof materials above ceiling
tiles (due to roof leaks or insufficient insulation). ...read
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