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Why Wet Basements and Crawl Spaces are a Problem in Virginia

Date May 17, 2022

Why is my Virginia Basement Wet? The state of Virginia experiences higher than average precipitation annually and is one of the top 6 states most at risk of flooding. Flooding and excess moisture generate a host of problems for homeowners, most notably inflicting water damage in basements and crawl spaces. Flooding in basements and crawl...

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Is It Better to Repair Basement Leaks Inside or Outside?

Date April 28, 2022

Should you repair basement leaks from the inside or the outside? At Basement Masters Waterproofing one of the most common questions our Northern Virginia and Southern Maryland homeowners ask is, “Is it better to repair basement leaks from the inside or the outside?” One of the reasons they ask is because the advice from the...

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How Does a Wet Basement or Wet Crawl Space Affect Your Home?

Date February 22, 2022

Wet Basements and Crawl Spaces Hazards Wet basements and crawl spaces are a problem for many homeowners in Virginia. If water seeps into your basement, it can cause damage to your personal possessions and can leave unsightly stains on your walls and floor. This is why many homeowners invest in interior drainage systems. Keeping water...

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Top Solutions to Wet Basement Problems That Work

Date December 21, 2021

Ideas for Solving Wet Basement Problems A wet basement can be a real headache. Not only does it feel and smell musty, but it also makes the space practically unusable, even for storage. Basement moisture encourages the growth of mold and can ruin the floors, walls, and ceilings in your home. It also detracts from...

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Things to Consider before Adding Living Space to a Basement

Date December 16, 2021

Have you thought about finishing your basement and adding living space – an extra bedroom and bath, a home office, a media room, or even an apartment? There are many reasons why other families in Northern Virginia and Southern Maryland have improved their basements. A blog on the Basement Masters Waterproofing website, Seven Fabulous Uses...

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Watch Out For Mold and Mildew This Winter!

Date November 30, 2021

Mold growth and mildew are not just summer afflictions. In fact, mold and mildew are intensified during the winter months, especially in Virginia. As the weather gets cooler and wetter, homeowners tend to lock down their homes to keep warm air inside; and if a home has energy-efficient treatments, it is heavily insulated and traps...

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Common Window Well Problems for Virginia Homeowners

Date November 11, 2021

Window Well Repair in Virginia The purpose of a window well is to offer a safe escape route for emergency situations. If you have a basement with below-grade windows, it is required that you also have window wells. If there is ever a fire, tornado, or other emergency situation, these wells will allow you and...

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How Weather Can Affect Your Basement in Virginia

Date November 4, 2021

The state of Virginia has one of the most diverse climates in the whole United States. Virginia has five different regions with five different climates: Tidewater, Piedmont, Northern Virginia, Western Mountain, and the Southwestern Mountain regions. Some areas never really get temperatures down below zero, while there are some mountain areas that have bitter cold...

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Does My Northern Virginia or Maryland Home Need A Sump Pump?

Date October 26, 2021

Basement Waterproofing for Virginia Although Northern Virginia is typically quite mild in terms of weather, it is sometimes known to receive a significant amount of rain in a very short amount of time. Installing a sump pump system can prevent events like this from costing you lots of money as well as causing you a...

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Poor Yard Drainage after Heavy Rains? Exterior Drainage Services Virginia & Maryland

Date October 19, 2021

Are you struggling with a yard that holds water every time there is heavy rainfall? Waterlogged yards are an inconvenience to homeowners for several reasons. After recent heavy rains, Basement Masters Waterproofing received many calls from Virginia and Maryland homeowners because of wet basements and crawl spaces. This is often due to poor yard drainage...

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