Water in a basement causes damp air, musty smells, and can ruin walls and storage. When you learn how to waterproof a basement, you protect the home from bigger and more costly problems. It also helps keep the space clean and dry all year. The right plan depends on where...

A sealed crawl space comes with real advantages for comfort, air quality, and energy use. It’s designed to close off the ground and walls so moisture, mold, and pests can’t move freely under your home. For many Kansas City homeowners, sealing the crawl space improves indoor air and reduces seasonal...

A sump pump only works when it’s cared for. Dust, debris, or a stuck float can stop it at the worst time. Simple upkeep keeps your foundation dry and reduces the chance you’ll need costly foundation piering later. We’ve seen pumps last twice as long with basic cleaning and quick...

Basement humidity is one of the most common comfort problems we see. It often raises the question of what solution works, which dehumidifier is reliable, what size matches the space, how do I avoid nonstop cycles, and what level of power I really need. A unit that’s too small leaves...

Water in the basement is one of the most common problems that we see after heavy rains. It usually starts outside the house, often due to poor drainage, small gutters, or improper grading. In the Midwest, our soil keeps water and puts pressure on the basement walls. When this happens,...