Here at Best Waterproofing, we have seen basements in all sorts of water-damaged states, from full-on floods to spotting. Suffice it to say, we have seen the full range of issues that water damage can cause to a basement. Pipe leaks, rainwater, humidity, and...
Love it or hate it, snow is something you have to deal with during your average winter. If you love snow, you might be building snowmen and making snow angels. If you hate it, then you will probably be struggling to keep your cool on snow-covered roads. ...
Here at Best Waterproofing, we are often asked whether it is feasible, or at all possible, to waterproof a basement for the winter months. The answer is, yes, and that you really should consider winter basement waterproofing to protect your home’s value, as well as...
Here at Best Waterproofing, we work to ensure that our customers’ homes are safe from flooding and water damage, both on the inside and outside. Many of our customers are largely concerned with their basement or attic, but we continually remind them that their yards...
Unless you are interested in the piping, duct work, and wiring running through your crawl space, you probably do not spend a whole lot of time in that space, unless you are storing valuables in there. Though you may not go in there all that often, your crawl...
Most of us know the unmistakable smell of a musty or moldy basement. The root cause of that off-putting smell is nearly always one simple thing – moisture in some shape or form. Whether it’s from flooding, warm and humid outside air, or defective gutters; moisture in...
Louisville, KY residents tend to overlook their home water drainage systems, until major emergencies arise. Yard drainage systems must be properly installed and regularly maintained in order to prevent disaster. There are many issues that can affect their efficacy....
Toxic black mold provides a significant danger in any home. Unfortunately, it can form fairly easily, as can other types of mold. Given the right conditions, this toxic mold can invade your Louisville, Kentucky home in as little as 24-48 hours and then spread very...
“Ensuring proper ventilation can help reduce airborne contaminants, including viruses, indoors.” – US EPA “There is growing evidence that this virus can remain airborne for longer times and further distances than originally thought. In addition to close contact...
Most Crawl Space leaks go unnoticed for years due to the fact that this is the least often visited part of your house. Being able to detect moisture problems as soon as they happen is a major key in preventing larger problems from occurring in the future. To ensure...
As a homeowner, it is imperative to understand the importance of keeping water and moisture of any kind outside of your home with a basement waterproofing system. It is especially important to keep your basement safe and dry to avoid any mold or mildew growth. If...
Waterproofing your home and or basement is an extremely important part of being a homeowner and one of the first steps to taking great care of your home. What many people don’t know is that there are actually different types of waterproofing and it’s important to know...
Spring, summer and fall can be some of the better times of the year to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather. The weather allows for plenty of outdoor activities. Trees have an abundance of shade and everything is green. With all of that also comes rain and the need...
The soils in Louisville are tough on homes and many homeowners will have foundation problems at some point. Cracks in the walls, and doors and windows that stick shut and unlevel floors are all common signs of foundation problems. If you start to notice these issues...
There are several types of home foundations, poured concrete, cinder block, slab, etc. In Kentucky, most home foundations are made up of concrete poured over steel rebar to form a slab. The steel is in place to keep the concrete from moving and to assist in holding it...
The Winter Season is closing in and the change in weather conditions can effect your home’s foundation. We created a list of things to lookout for. Foundation Cracks Small hairline cracks in your home’s foundation are a common occurrence in most homes. However, the...
So you just found out that your home has major foundation damage and needs to be repaired. You were hoping the cracks would go away and not be an issue, but it turns out the house is settling and needs foundation piers. Until now, you have never even heard of...
Fall is upon us and the weather is starting to cool off. As the weather cools we enjoy the outdoor weather and the change of season. But the change in season will also change the soil conditions. Here are a few things that will help your foundation around your...
The tough Kentucky soils can cause problems for home foundations. The soil combined with the climate can cause foundations to crack and settle over time. At Best Waterproofing, we use DynaPier® foundation piers to repair home foundations. The DynaPier® has several...
