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RE: Rainy days and soggy basements: my quick fix that actually worked
If water returned, would when it appeared relative to rainfall - and where it first showed up - help distinguish runoff from another source?
RE: Keeping water out of the basement: what’s actually worked for you?
I hear you on the grading and downspouts - honestly, that fixes most issues for folks. But sometimes, you get those stubborn leaks that just won’t quit, no matter how much you mess with the outside. I’ve seen cases where...
RE: Why sump pumps are the unsung heroes under your house
I get where you’re coming from - battery backups are handy, but those lead-acid batteries need replacing every few years, and disposal is a mess. As for solar, I’ve installed two solar-powered sump systems in the last ye...
RE: Finally got my bathroom reno approved - permit process wasn’t as scary as I thought
Funny, I’ve had the same battle with painter’s tape - half the time it’s stuck on like superglue, the other half it’s rolling up before I even get the brush out. I’m with you on the freehand approach, especially around t...