Treating visible water without finding its actual source almost guarantees the problem returns — and worse. Interior waterproof paint and sealants can build up dangerous hydrostatic pressure when ...

Q: There is water seeping in through the east wall in the basement, through the bricks. Do I need to work on this problem from the outside, near the side porch? Rain has washed away some of the ground ...

Dear Gary: Inadequate drainage can cause significant damage to your home in addition to creating a mess when your children are playing outdoors. One obvious problem is leaky basement walls and water ...

Zach Scott is a former MSUM wrestler who now wants to help homeowners pin their leaky basements and moisture problems to the mat. Zach Scott, owner and co-founder of a new basement repair business, ...

Here in the Pacific Northwest, many of us have been faced with unwelcome water in our basements at one time or another. Saturated soils following periods of unrelenting rain -- or, this winter, snow - ...

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Dec. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- What signs help homeowners uncover basement moisture problems before they begin a remodeling project? According to a HelloNation article featuring ...

Having a home with a basement comes with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to managing excess water. Basements are naturally prone to water accumulation from moisture, leaks, and ...

Whether your drains are blocked, overflowing or simply running slowly, the words 'drainage problems' are ones. most homeowners would rather avoid hearing. Messy, costly and potentially disruptive, ...

The person who coined the phrase “saving for a rainy day” must have been a property owner with home drainage problems. The financial costs of poor drainage can be substantial, and the human health ...

Lisa Nelan, whose basement was flooded with over 3 feet of sewage and rainwater in last week’s storm, has a message for Granite City leaders: Find a fix for the city’s drainage problem. “This is not a ...