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It’s easy to forget about your sump pump or French drain - but when the weather starts to turn, you’ll want to be assured they are in great working condition. Here are some great home maintenance tips for these systems to help  prevent a wet or flooded basement . How to maintain your sump pump  These are fairly low-maintenance machines, so they don’t require intensive care or repairs too often. To keep it functioning smoothly, you need to: Regularly check the discharge line to ensure it isn’t clogged or frozen. Remove debris from the inlet screen to prevent clogging a few times a year. Remove debris, stones and mud from the pit area. Testing the float component to ensure it can move unobstructed. Test the pit in dry seasons by pouring a bucket of water into the pit. The float should rise and trigger the pump. Check the outlet to make sure the water is being discharged efficiently in a direction away from your home. Replace your backup power battery every 2 to 3 ye...

With New Jersey’s climate of heavy rains, snowstorms and melting snow, every homeowner knows the potential water damage the weather can bring.  Waterproofing your home's basement  is the best defense against this damage and specialists will recommend certain solutions out of a wide range of methods, including interior and exterior waterproofing. What is exterior waterproofing?  This is your home’s first line of defense, designed to prevent water from penetrating the outer walls of your home. It usually consists of a system of gutters and downspouts which collect water and direct it away from your home, as well as a waterproof membrane that is installed against your home’s foundations to create a waterproof seal. Exterior waterproofing can also include drainage systems that are installed in trenches around the base of your home and covered with gravel. These drains will prevent water from pooling around the foundation. Without this membrane or an adequate drainage ...

Excess moisture around your house can cause a myriad of problems. The only real solution is taking preventative action.   This is where basement waterproofing services come into play! The cost of waterproofing a basement isn’t as much as you might think, and the peace of mind it brings knowing that you and your family are living in a home free from excess moisture and potential health-related issues is priceless. Here are the top five signs that your home is in need of basement waterproofing . Your Basement Stinks! If you notice that your basement or crawlspace has an unusual odor of dampness you may have mold and mildew. That “musty” smell is most likely the presence of millions of microorganisms or mold who are enjoying the damp, high humidity environment in your basement.  Starting to Feel Ill? The presence of mold in the home is one of the most silent health hazards you can face.   Mold can cause health problems that range from itching ...