Tom's Basement Waterproofing Blog

Seasonal Effects on Home Foundations in Michigan: Why Spring Thaw and Freeze Cycles Require Special Attention

If you own a property in Michigan, you’re probably used to the significant weather changes that our state experiences. The cycle of winter’s ice and snow giving way to spring’s thaw is predictable but potentially harmful. If not immediately addressed, this freeze-thaw cycle can damage home foundations resulting in significant repair needs. If you’re a more »

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5 Signs You May Need a French Drain for Your Home

Do you have chronic flooding issues, or is your basement constantly inundated with water? French drains are an old-school, but effective method for keeping groundwater out of your basement and away from the sensitive foundation of your home. A French drain installed properly can save you thousands on home repair bills and even improve the more »

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How to Identify Signs of Water Damage in Your Basement: Tips for Early Detection

Water damage is a creeping disaster that can slowly destroy your home’s foundation and basement. It can come from natural sources like flooding, unnatural leaking pipes, or even simple condensation. Porous materials, like wood and insulation, hide water and can absorb it, causing unforeseen damage. The longer that water damage goes untreated, the worse it more »

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How Basement Waterproofing Works

Basement leaks and standing water are serious issues that can lead to more significant problems and structural issues in your home. Unattended water in your basement can lead to mold, spreading unhealthy spores, insect and termite damage, and permanently destroying your home and possessions. But how does basement waterproofing work? How can you protect yourself more »

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How Do I Know If I Need a French Drain?

Standing water in your yard is always a problem. After a heavy bout of rain or when a thick layer of snow finally melts in the spring, your yard can look like a sodden mess. The question is, is there anything you can do about it? The good news is that the answer to that more »

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Why Are Concrete Piers Used to Repair My Foundation?

Do you think that your home just sits on the ground? Nothing could be further from the truth! Your home is like an upside-down iceberg – there is plenty to see above, but a lot is going on below too. Below your home sits your foundation, and your home needs a solid and supportive base more »

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterproofing Basement Walls

All things in life tend to have a natural enemy. For your basement, that natural enemy is moisture. Unfortunately, because your basement is built below ground level, your basement walls face a daily battle to keep moisture from damaging them. Keeping your basement dry can seem an impossibility, but it is something that you need more »

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Don’t Ignore These Signs of Home Drainage Issues

Drainage issues are the bane of houses and other buildings. When it rains, all that water has to go somewhere – okay, so most of it evaporates back into the air, but a lot of it seeps into the ground. If you are not taking the proper precautions or the necessary steps to monitor this, more »

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6 Signs You Need New Gutters

Your gutters are like many things around your house – you don’t notice them when they are doing what they are supposed to be doing, but you do notice them when things are going wrong. The lifespan of a home’s gutter system varies depending on the local environment – with the wide range of weather more »

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5 Tips to Keep Your Basement Dry

With Spring here and Summer right around the corner, rainfall in and around Michigan is on the rise. With an average of 30-38 inches of rain each year, homeowners need to understand the problems that water can cause to their homes and foundations. At Tom’s Basement Waterproofing, we offer a wide variety of basement waterproofing more »

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