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What Is the Most Common Cause for Water in the Basement?

Under ideal conditions, you would never have to contend with a basement leak. Unfortunately, there may come a day where you step into your basement only to find standing water or seepage making a mess of your cultivated space. You have to attend to the source of leaking or flooding quickly if you want to […]

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Should I Watch for Any Other Symptoms?

Besides standing water, it’s always best to keep a wary eye out for other symptoms of basement damage. Look for odors, mold, high humidity, bouncy floors, and damaged walls.

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Will Basement Flooding Attract Pests?

Yes. Pests thrive in moist environments and will actively seek out dark, damp places to nest. Ants, termites, mice, snakes, and squirrels all find your basement ideal. Unfortunately, they are also sign of a water problem.

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Is A Wet Floor the First Sign of Basement Flooding?

A wet basement floor is not the first sign of a water problem. It does not happen all at once. Instead, it tends to occur in increments. As such, you’ll be able to keep an eye out for earlier indications of seepage or water damage. Some of the giveaways of a leak or crack somewhere […]

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Is a High Price A Fault?

Many homeowners are reluctant to invest in the repairs or installations they need for fear of how much these services cost. Installing a sump pump, for example, can be an expensive endeavor. However, the cost is often well worth the benefits these pumps bring with them.  Understanding the Cost of Sump Pump Installation  No matter […]

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What Do Your Testers Consider A Disadvantage?

There are some qualities that make a sump pump unqualified to install in a home. These qualities can include:  Poor Reliability  As mentioned above, sump pumps need to work reliably if they’re going to protect a person’s home. This means that they need to drive water out without failing on a regular basis. If a […]

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How Extensive Is Foundation Recovery Systems’ Testing?

If you’re considering fitting your basement or crawl space with a sump pump, you can opt to collaborate with the Foundation Recovery Systems professionals in your area. Not only can this team help you better understand what kind of damage your home has suffered over the past months or years, but it can equip you […]

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What Other Features Make SafeDri™ Sump Pumps the Best Choice?

Sometimes it’s not just the sump pump that will serve you well, but its accessories as well. SafeDri sump pumps come equipped with several different unique tools, including a sump pump arm and a detachable head, that can improve their overall performance within your home.  SafeDri™ Features  Available SafeDri™ Sump Pump Systems have locked-in sump […]

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Are SafeDri™ Sump Pumps Clog-Resistant?

No matter how carefully you clean your basement, odds are the pump will eventually have to deal with some debris. You’ll want to make sure that your pump can handle that kind of backup when you’re first installing it, or you may find yourself having to snake out debris on your own.  Contending with Clogs  […]

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