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Buying a new home can be a fun and exciting process, but it’s also a substantial investment. It’s important to thoroughly vet a new home for potential problems, like an unstable foundation or a leaky basement. But there’s another, more
Ground water in basements is a common issue in areas with high water tables, especially during heavy rainfall or snowmelt. In Canada, the long winters and heavy precipitation make a high water table an even bigger concern. If left unchecked, high groundwater
Many homeowners wonder, “Can you turn a crawl space into a basement?” The answer is yes, but the process can get complicated fast. Adding a basement to an existing house with a crawl space involves careful planning, excavation, and structural
Radon is a silent threat across Canada. The concentration of this dangerous gas in our soil and groundwater is among the highest in the world. Calgary has earned the concerning title of having some of the highest radon levels in the country. High radon gas
Basement flooding is a homeowner’s nightmare, causing extensive damage to structures and property and posing significant health risks. Without a proper basement drain system, water can easily seep into your basement, leading to mold growth, structural
wood rot in a crawl space that is so bad that a pencil is able to stick through the support beam under the
Are you wondering why your sump pump is not working? There are many reasons why these fail
service tech inspecting a sump pump to see if it is running and shutting off when it is meant to turn off
drains piled up on the side yard and deciding between weeping tile and French drains