seemingly small moisture issues can cause big problems

Posted on: 27 December 2018

Nearly every plumbing contractor has dealt with an overflowing toilet. Toilet overflows happen because of blockages that prevent waste and water from flushing down the toilet smoothly. These blockages lead to a backup that causes the toilet to overflow. Not sure why your toilet keeps overflowing or what's causing it to overflow? Here are some of the things to look for. Clogged Drain Clogged drain lines are the primary reason for overflowing toilets.
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Posted on: 25 July 2018

Basement and crawl space waterproofing can take many different forms, including installing a sump pump to remove rising water levels and installing physical vapor barriers to keep moisture from seeping through the walls. No matter what form of basement waterproofing that you choose to install, all have a similar set of advantages that they offer your home. Understanding some of the reasons why you should waterproof your basement can help you determine if you should call a contractor.
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Posted on: 19 March 2018

Water damage inside your home, whether from a broken water line or from outside water intrusion and flooding, can leave your home with water damage on many different levels. Flooding of your basement can leave the entire floor area and lower part of the drywall damaged and likely require replacement. But a water leak from the roof can cause damage down an entire wall and onto the section of floor below.
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Posted on: 25 October 2017

Most waterfront homes have breathtaking views but, typically, waterfront homes are more susceptible to water damage. In addition to the typical causes of water damage, such as from excessive rain leaks and plumbing disasters, waterfront homes can be infiltrated by water due to the natural erosion, underground hydrostatic pressure, and high humidity levels that occur due to a body of water adjacent to the properties. If you own a waterfront home or are considering buying one, it's important that you understand the tasks that are involved to restore a waterfront property after water damage has occurred due to natural erosion and hydrostatic pressure.
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