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RE: Keeping water out of the basement: what’s actually worked for you?
Mulch piled up against siding is classic - seen that a lot doing repairs. It’s the simple stuff, like you said. I’ve noticed folks sometimes chase leaks and moisture for ages, when it’s just a grading issue or clogged do...
RE: Water pooling in basement - could it be a sneaky drain issue?
Had a similar situation last month - water pooling by the washer, but turned out to be a slow floor drain, not a leak at all. Sometimes it’s just gunk or lint building up over time. I usually start by pouring a bucket of...
RE: WHEN YOUR LAWN TURNS INTO A SWAMP AFTER EVERY RAINSTORM
Totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve seen a lot of folks spend big on French drains or dry wells, only to end up with the same soggy mess. Clay soil just laughs at most of that stuff. Sometimes a basic corrugated p...
RE: Is underfloor heating really worth it?
Yeah, the door thing gets people every time. I’ve had to shave a few down myself after someone “forgot” to allow for the extra height. If you’re already ripping up floors, underfloor heating’s not too bad, but retrofitti...