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Crawlspaces aren’t areas homeowners spend much time in or thinking about, but they are integral to the structural integrity of your home. Here are some signs to look out for from basement waterproofing pros in Monmouth County that indicate that your  basement crawlspace  requires closer inspection, maintenance or repairs. Signs that you need to call in the basement repair professionals  Your floors are sagging:  If your floors are squeaking or your wall-mounted décor is rattling as you walk past, your floors are starting to sag. This is a warning sign that your foundation isn’t supporting your home properly or that a water leak is rotting your floor and its best that you call in basement repair specialists to properly inspect it. Puddles and standing water:  Poor drainage or leaking pipes could be the issue here, and this will lead to a weakened foundation as well as mold problems if left untreated. A water egress inspection will help determine where t...

When hurricanes, tropical storms and flooding hit, home and business owners turn to their sump pumps to prevent flood damage and manage basement water levels. Unfortunately, floods and weather events are often accompanied by power outages that make your sump pump inoperable – unless it has a backup battery. If you’re considering buying one of these practical systems, consider this advice from  Morris County basement waterproofing  specialists. Features to consider when buying battery backup for your sump pump  Power and battery type:  AC/DC batteries run off the mains while they’re on, and can kick into DC power when they go down. DC batteries will only run when the mains are down. It’s advised that you choose deep-cycle batteries over wet-cell, as they are sealed and require no maintenance. Float switch:  This is the mechanism that tells the sump pump when to kick into action. Having it automatically triggered in times of crisis is invaluable, as it w...