In a matter of days, you can create a beautiful, comfortable, healthy, dry, and mold free basement your family will enjoy for many years to come!

by Jacques Bouchard

A Harsh Winter Is On The Way — Is Your Basement Ready?

No matter where you lived in the United States last year, the 2010-2011 winter was one for the history books. And with this year’s winter kicking off with a harsh Northeaster that left more than three million homes without power, you can be sure that more wintry blasts are on the way this time around.

While many homeowners are bracing their homes for the coming winter by insulating their attic, installing energy efficient windows, and by upgrading their utilities, many homeowners overlook their basement entirely when winterizing.

How A Basement Costs You Money In The Winter
A basement is where many homeowners keep the utilities in their home — including their furnace, water heater, HVAC system, air ducts, hot water pipes, and more. These utilities use energy to make heat, and they will need more energy if they’re in a cold environment.

Additionally, a cold, drafty basement means a cold floor and drafty environment in the floor above. Along with being uncomfortable underfoot, this will bring cold into the main area of the home, increasing demands on your heating system.

Addressing Critical Energy Loss Points In The Basement
One major area of heat loss in a basement is through the windows. While a homeowner may pay a bundle for high-efficiency windows in every other part of the building, the basement windows typically remain single-paned, steel-framed, drafty, and rusty.

Replacing these windows with durable windows designed with vinyl and two panes of Low-E glass will do wonders to reversing the energy drain caused by these windows. Replacing the window wells with new, covered ones will hold back winter winds, adding even more efficiency.

When the windows are closed and outside air is sealed out, your next goal should be to insulate those cold, concrete basement walls. Basement wall insulation can save you hundreds on your utility bills, while also adding value and comfort to your home. We recommend a waterproof wall board — one that will not be damaged in the sometimes damp or humid environment.

While insulating your floor is not as important as the walls, you may want a warmer surface underfoot for comfort’s sake alone (not to mention the aesthetic appeal of a new floor). Simply installing a basement floor system that creates an airspace between the cold concrete and the surface above may be sufficient, adding comfort and efficiency to your home.

Using fiberglass bats on the ceiling won't keep the air and moisture from the basement from infiltrating the insulation creating conditions for mold to develop.

What We Do NOT Recommend
Insulating your basement ceiling with fiberglass is a big mistake when it comes to energy efficiency. While it may make your floor more comfortable, you will still have a cold basement space, and cold utilities inside. By insulating the walls and floor, you avoid this problem, and make your basement more comfortable in the process.

Finally, it is in your best interests to find a basement dehumidifier that is both energy efficient AND rated for below-grade spaces. Basement dehumidifiers made for living space are most effective when drying air that is room temperature.

In a basement, it’s not uncommon for the temperatures to be 55-65 degrees Fahrenheit or lower. Put a home dehumidifier in that space, and it will only be able to function at a small fraction of its capacity.

We Make Basements More Energy Efficient!
Total Basement Finishing dealers specialize in products that not only dry a basement, but also make it warmer and more energy efficient. Our exclusive line of basement products is the ideal way to upgrade your space for added beauty, utility, and comfort.

We offer homeowners within our service area free, no-obligation quotes!  To sign up for your free quote, contact us today!  We look forward to serving you!

By Elizabeth Gormley

A kitchen, or kitchenette, in a finished basement has some great advantages.  Maybe you are housing guests, in-laws, a nanny, or you have a tenant living in your finished basement.

A kitchen downstairs allows privacy as well as extraordinary functionality in your home.

Also, a new modern kitchen is one of the most effective ways to add value to your home, and looking to the finished basement is a great way to go at a fraction of the cost an addition would be.

A new kitchen is a tall task for even the most accomplished do-it-yourself homeowner.  Much of the design and execution of the kitchen should be handled by a contractor.  This is particularly true when it comes to installing cabinetry, counters, and new appliances.

Because a kitchen of any sort poses some challenges such as plumbing, grease, smells, noise and cooking fumes, as well as some hazards concerning fire safety, consult your local building and fire codes to see what they recommend and what kind of permits you will need to build your basement kitchen safely and up to code.

One of the reasons homeowners are wary of a kitchen basement is the possibility of flooding.  The appliances are expensive, and the right amount of water can ruin your refrigerator, oven or dishwasher.  It is imperative to seal and waterproof your basement before getting started.  Also, consider that a kitchen is the most common place for a house fire.  There should be an easy escape route, aside from the main stairway.  If there is not, you will need to create one.

The proper ventilation is key in a basement kitchen.  Think about how cooking odors can linger in your upstairs kitchen, and realize the basement is below ground level.  It will be much more susceptible to trapping smells.  Plan on installing a ventilation hole in the side of the basement.  This will be effective against cooking scents and also condensation.  For ventilation and safety, the kitchen should not be tucked into an interior corner of the basement.  It should have at least one wall with open air behind it.

Even if you do not have a tenant or live-in downstairs, a kitchen basement is ultra-convenient in today’s modern home.  Particularly if you have a basement home theater, have friends over for movie night or Sunday football games.  You can fetch snacks and beverages in seconds, with the fridge and oven just a few steps away.

For help with your basement finishing project, enlist the help of one of our skilled Total Basement Finishing contractors! They offer free design consultation, offer full-service basement remodeling and will help you  obtain the necessary permits.

When it comes to a quality basement finishing, it’s all about the details.  A basement bathroom is a fantastic way to improve on your home, and it pays back for itself by 80% or more when the

home is sold.  If you could greatly improve the quality of your space by adding another $50 on to the final cost of the job, wouldn’t you do so?

There are few ways to improve on your home that are more effective than choosing the best shower head possible for your basement bathroom.  You spend a lot of time in front of your shower head, and  the way the water is released makes all the difference.  Enjoying a soothing, comfortable shower is a guiltless

pleasure. And if your family is growing, it may be the only valuable moment of privacy and quiet you’re guaranteed every day.

To help you make the most out of your basement bathroom, Total Basement Finishing offers these shower head shopping tips:

1. Choose a handheld shower head.

Fixed shower heads give a sleek designer look to a shower, but they’re much more difficult to repair and often fall short of the quality of their handheld counterparts.  A handheld shower head is able to be mounted in a cradle that allows for all the advantages of a fixed shower head, but they also are able to be removed to aid in bathing with children and seniors.  Additionally, a detachable shower head allows for ease of use when cleaning the tub, cleaning objects placed in the tub, and bathing pets.  When selecting a handheld shower head, be sure to select one with a high-quality, durable hose that can stand high water pressures without blowing out and can endure daily use without wearing down or forming kinks.  If a handheld shower head is definitely not your thing, remember that you can also install multiple fixed shower heads in a single shower-including one on both ends.

2. Find flow options on your shower head that fit your preference.

Shower heads are made to suit any preference a homeowner might have in water flow and pressure.  If you love the feel of pounding water in your shower but have a basement bathroom with very low water pressure, there are models on the market that can adjust the water pressure to increase the volume of the water coursing through.  More expensive models can even adjust the pressure to a gentle mist, champagne drops (the standard setting), a deep and relaxing massage, or even to a strong and vigorous jet of water.

If you’re interested in saving water for your home, low-flow shower heads are on the market that can save as much as a half gallon of water per minute (10 gallons of water during a single 20-minute shower).  These shower heads can also come with cutoff valves that will allow you to shut the water off while you’re soaping up for increased savings of natural resources.

Many homeowners find themselves scalded by hot water or shocked by freezing cold water whenever a toilet is flushed or a faucet is turned on in the home.  If you’re experiencing these problems, you’d probably appreciate the benefits of an anti-scald adapter or pressure balance valve in your shower.  These products can cost as little as $15

and installs between the shower arm and shower head, shutting the water

off if it becomes too hot.

3. Pick a shower head that’s built to last.

Shower heads come in an enormous variety of pricing- anywhere between $6 and $500.  However, you won’t need to spend excessively to find a top-quality and comfortable one.  For $30-$80, a high-quality shower head will be available for the remodeled basement bathroom that can give you the best value for your investment.

Brass shower will generally provide a reliable, long-lasting option for a remodeled basement bathroom, but they’re also much more expensive than other models.   Whether the shower head is made from brass or some other metal, be sure that the materials are easy to upkeep and will not tarnish.

If you opt for a plastic shower head, find one that can resist lime buildup so it is unlikely to clog your shower head.  All shower heads, however, will eventually develop lime accumulation if it’s present in the water.  If your basement bathroom’s shower head is showing signs of this lime buildup, remove it by wiping the accumulations on the tip of the nozzle away, then use a lime-away solution or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and warm water to help soak the other deposits away.

4. Use a shower head water filter on in your finished basement bathroom.

The water that you bathe in comes from the same source as your tap water.  During every shower, you bring about one cup of unfiltered water into your body, and you soak every surface of your body in this heated tap water.  Any dirt, chemicals, lime, or impurities existing in your well water will also be present in the shower.  If the water contains chlorine, then this chemical will dry out and chance the color of nails, skin, and hair.  Chlorine also strops the natural oils from your skin and can possibhly also cause mild skin and eye irritation.  Heavy minerals present in the water can weigh down hair, and a variety of other cosmetic disadvantages can come into play.  However, with a high-quality shower filter, as much as 98% of these materials can be removed.  The filter will need replacement only every 6 months or

10,000 gallons, and they need minimal personal maintenance.

Adding a basement bathroom is a beautiful addition to any basement finishing

plan. However, there are a great many other important steps in creating an exciting basement makeover.  If you’re interested in creating a basement finishing plan, Total Basement Finishing is ready to help. They have the best finished  basement wall products, basement floor products, and basement ceiling products available for all your basement remodeling needs. Total Basement Finishing provides free, no-obligation consultations and written estimates, and they’re ready to help you with this exciting and important home improvement.

You’ve repainted, refinished and even hung up a few pictures, so what else can you do to make your kitchen or bathroom complete? Add a water filter! Go green in your kitchen by forgetting about bottled water and installing a water filter on your sink’s faucet. Your water will be healthy and tasty, and the filter will save you money because you won’t have to keep buying expensive bottled water.

More importantly, decreasing your use of water bottles will help the environment in a big way. Water bottles pile up in landfills and take up space, so if you need to take water with you, buy a reusable thermos. You can wash it when you need to and continuously use it for years!

The Refill Not Landfill organization reports that 80 percent of water bottles end up in the trash or a landfill. They also report that transporting bottled water long distances burns large amounts of fossil fuels, not to mention that it adds to air pollution. If everyone avoided bottled water for one week, it would save 24 million bottles!

New West Gypsum Recycling, Inc., reports that more than 1.5 million barrels of petroleum go into the production of the 38 billion plastic water bottles Americans throw away every year. And according to filterforgood.com, one Brita pitcher filter can replace about 300 plastic bottles that you and your family would have used and thrown away. Give this tip a try and get a step closer to “living green.” While you’re at it, add a filter to your bathroom sink for those middle-of-the-night trips for a glass of water.

Check out the rest of our website for more basement remodeling ideas.

1. Make the jump to fluorescent lighting; it uses about a quarter as much energy as incandescent lighting and can last many times longer.
2. Use phosphate-free detergents; they get clothes just as clean, but are gentle on the environment.
3. Paper or plastic? Neither! Bring reusable bags to the grocery store.
4. Pass on harsh drain cleaners for a more eco-friendly approach such as pouring baking soda mixed with a half cup of vinegar down the drain followed by boiling water.
5. Overloaded with free coffee mugs? Use one in your bathroom as a toothbrush holder or mouthwash mug.
6. Drink filtered water and take a thermos with you to minimize waste made by water bottles.
7. For small paint jobs, mix old paint colors together instead of buying more.
8. Dont fall asleep with the TV on.
9. Redecorating? Go vintage! Buying vintage furniture requires no additional resources and eases the load on landfills.
10. Eliminate drafts around windows, doors and garage doors to conserve heat and AC.

(Tips compiled from TreeHugger and Planet Green)

By Francine Maglione

When it comes to coughing up payment to your basement contractor, things can go sour quickly. Is the contractor going to take your money and run? Are you stiffing an honest contractor out of hard-earned money? Too often, the problem lies with the contract and a vague description of payment terms and conditions.

Tim Carter of “Ask the Builder” believes that the best way to pay a contractor is to agree on periodic payments that are based on the amount of work completed. Carter advises against paying for work that has not been performed and recommends getting a breakdown of costs from the contractor before the job begins.

You must also remember to always have enough money to complete the unfinished tasks so you aren’t left with bills you can’t pay and an incomplete job. One suggestion Carter makes is to use a tiebreaker clause in your contract. This has the parties agree on an independent inspector who will give a ruling on the quality of the work done and settle any disputes between the contractor and homeowner.

To read more about Tim Carter’s tips for paying a contractor, check out these “Ask the Builder” columns:

Tips on Paying Contractors

The Other Side of the Fence – Be Fair to a Contractor

When to Pay a Contractor

By Jacques Bouchard

As the real estate slump continues to worsen and homes become more and more difficult to sell, homeowners are finding that the best option for gaining more living space for their family is to finish the basement.  In response to this ever-increasing trend, many companies are designing wall panels especially for use in a basement.

However, these companies are often providing products that are hastily researched, poorly created, or make false or misleading claims about how well they work and how appropriate they are for a basement finshing project.  Before you make a decision on the basement wall product that’s right for your home, consider these five questions:

1. Will my basement walls resist water and moisture?

When it comes to a leak in the basement, it’s not a matter of how, it’s a matter of when. With the pipes, sinks, showers, water heaters, washing machines, toilets, and other water sources in the home, it’s only a matter of time before something breaks.  The water that comes from that break is going to run downhill, and there’s an excellent chance that this means it will make its way into the basement.

Along with plumbing leaks, groundwater and rainwater provides a continuous promise of damaging a finished basement as it sits outside your home.  Without warning, it’s possible for it to leak through foundation wall cracks in the walls and floors, and water that builds up in basement window wells can leak through, pooling on the basement floor.

2. Can the basement walls resist mold?

Whether the basement is leaking or not, water is still able to pass through the porous concrete, stone, or tile foundation walls due to hydrostatic pressure.  This accumulated moisture collects behind and under the basement wall finishings, forming a moist, humid environment.  If these products have any organic material, then this environment will become a reasonable environment for mold, mildew, dust mites, and rot.  Materials like cloth, drywall, fiberglass, wood, string, paint, wallpaper, and most other common building materials will all have at least some organic material and are vulnerable to these types of damage.  As mold and dust mites grow on these materials, they will release spores and waste material into the air that will travel throughout the house and add unhealthy allergens to the home.

3. How durable is the basement wall material?

A basement is finished so it can be used.  This means that you may want pictures, shelves, cabinets, bookshelves, speakers, a plasma TV, mirrors, a wine rack, sports memorabilia, or any of countless other items mounted on the walls.  To decorate your basement the way you want to, it’s best to have a strong, reliable wall material that can hold up to the weight.  Whether you install a game room, a children’s play room, or any other area, you’ll best appreciate a basement wall that will be able to hold up to daily wear and tear without crumbling, breaking, or cracking.  Long-lasting basement walls will also hold wash easily and be forgiving of marks and stains is also important, especially if children or pets are going to be in the room.  Test any wall product you’re thinking of using by drawing a pencil line on a sample of the material.  If the pencil line can easily be removed, then you should be able to wask most stains from the walls.  Additionally, be wary of absorbent basement wall materials- a wall that can absorb moisture can hold water from basement leaks, spilled liquids, and pet stains.

4. How much basement wall insulation is included?

In Canada and northern United States, state building codes are including R-13 insulation on the walls as part of their building codes.  Whether or not this level of insulation is required in your area, it’s good for the energy-efficiency of the home to add effective insulation to all basement walls.   Using hard foam insulation in the basement walls will add to the overall strength of the product, and if the panels also feature a hardboard ceramic panel, then heavy objects will be able to be mounted on the walls with no need to locate a stud.  All walls should be covered in a continuous, unbroken sheet of insulation that travels around the entire perimeter of the home or there will be a hole through which heat can pour out.

5. How well can my basement walls keep sound out?

If you’re planning on using the basement as an area that will generate a lot of noise, you’re going to want a produce that can isolate sound to that area.  However, drywall and other basement wall products do little to keep sound out, and some products even aid in its travel throughout the home!  Hardboard products tend to reflect sound back when it strikes them, making them an effective sound barrier.  Wall panels with soft insulation and cloth covering absorb sound instead of reflecting it, and are therefor effective at giving a room a hushed feel.

Basement Wall Comparison Chart

This chart compares six different common basement finishing wall products. For the sake of this chart, any material not warranted for more than three years is considered ineffective in that category.

* Insulation can be added to these products as well. Be sure it’s warranted against water and mold.

Wood paneling and all types of drywall (including mold-resistant drywall, whose warranty generally runs from 6 months to 3 years) is an inappropriate material for a basement finishing. Fiberglass and cloth basement wall paneling is better to use, with an average R-11 insulation and strong sound absorbtion qualities, but it’s among the least durable and cleanable of all basement wall products, and water and moisture can still damage it fairly easily. Its spongelike insulation will quickly absorb moisture, and unwanted spills, liquids, and pet stains can damage it easily. Wood paneling is more resistant to spills and liquids, but it swells and buckles with moisture.  Wood also easily rots and supports the growth of mold, mildew, and dust mites.  Drywall manages moisture poorly, and when it gets wet, it will become soggy and damaged and will generally need to be replaced.

Hard-board insulation wall panels have the most advantages of all basement finishing wall products. Basement wall panels like Total Basement Finishing’s EverLast Wall Panels include an amazing 50 year warranty against mold and moisture.  EverLast basement wall panels are durable enough to hold an amazing 300 pound per square foot with no need to locate a stud – a half inch drywall board using nylon wall drills has a 17.5 pound safe shear rating, and most soft insulation wall panels can hold no more than ten pounds! Hardboard wall panels with dense, solid foam insulation provide a reliable sound barrier and, and they’re much more durable than any other material when it comes damage from dents and impacts. EverLast wall panels come with with an industry-leading R-13 insulation rating, reflecting back 99.987% of all heat and ensuring that the materials will be code-compliant for decades into the future.  These hard-foam insulated panels also include a Class A fireproofing rating, helping you home be safer than ever!

When you’re looking for the best basement wall panels on the market, look for water-resistant, mold-resistant, durable material. The materials should include soundproofing properties and at least an R-13 insulation rating. The best way to make sure you’re using the best product on the market is to ask many questions, do a lot of research, and above all, check out the warranty!

By Jacques Bouchard

I did a little spring cleaning over the weekend.  Among other things, I brought four 60-gallon Rubbermaid containers into the basement.  Four. More. Giant. Containers.

In all, I have three dozen of these storage units now– all filled to the brim with things I’m not likely to touch (or think about) again for the next five years.  As I stacked the containers, I thought of the most common reason homeowners never finish their basement:

“I’d never be able to finish my basement with all that stuff in there!”

Pishposh. Remodeling a crowded basement IS possible.  Here’s what you should do:

Don’t Plan to Finish the Entire Basement

Most basement remodelers do not recommend finishing every inch of your basement.  While an entire floor of your home is overkill, SOME storage space is a good thing.  Allocate one-half to one-fourth of your basement as a dedicated area for storage, utilities, and laundry.

If you have a little extra in your budget and would like the storage area to look its best, try out some inexpensive upgrades.  Basement Systems Inc. offer the  ZenWall product to give it the same look as the finished space. Alternatively, line it with rigid, white plastic boards (BrightWall) and waterproof floor tiles as a cost-effective upgrade.

Let Some Things Go

If you haven’t looked at it in five or ten years, what’s the chance that you really need it?  Finishing the basement is a great reward for finally organizing all that junk, sifting through your photos, and finally tossing out Aunt Edgar’s old rocking chair.

Yard sales, Goodwill, and your local waste disposal & recycling company are the way to go.  You’ll be surprised how good you feel without all that stuff weighing you down!

Use Vertical Storage

Of course, some things have to stay.   But if you stack those boxes and crates one on top of the other, it’s not going to be accessible.  The solution?  Vertical storage.

Storage shelves are relatively inexpensive and can do wonders for adding available space to your home.  Over the weekend, I personally picked up mine from Seville Classics, and in two hours I’d at least doubled the available space in my closet.  Awesome!  But whatever brand you use, you’re going to be very satisfied with the end result.

Ask Us for Advice

At [dealer], we’ve been remodeling basements in [state] since [date opened], and we’ve got tons of great ideas on how to maximize storage space in your home.  Additionally, we’ll be able to help you build custom shelves, cabinets, and closets to optimize what you have.

We’d be glad to offer you a free, no-obligation basement finishing consultation and cost quote if you live in the [state] area, including [cities].  Give us a call today to get started on your new & improved home!

By Jacques Bouchard

A Monster in your Basement

Imagine this:  Your floor upstairs experiences leaking each time it rains.  Water flows from every crack and crevice in the walls and puddles all over the floor.  Even when there’s no rain at all, it always seems to be damp, humid, and musty up there.  if you store something in the area, you can count on it to grow mold.  If you’ve laid a wood floor and/or carpet in the area, then it’s growing mold and rot while the wood buckles.  All the windows on the floor are rusted and filled with spider webs, and they’re impossible to open.  The floor is cold and clammy underfoot, and the ceiling is sagging and moldy.  In a nutshell, it’s an ugly, smelly, uncomfortable and unhealthy space that you and your family avoid whenever possible.  Could this ever be acceptable?  Of course not!

If it’s unacceptable upstairs, then why would you ever allow it DOWNstairs?

There’s no reason to.  Having an area like that in the home isn’t acceptable.  Your basement is an entire floor’s worth of space, and it’s far too much room to let go to waste.  With the housing market as it currently is, this is a fantastic time to think about how you can take full advantage of every piece of your home you can!  Whether you have a growing family, visiting friends and relatives, or you’re just tired of having a gloomy, dark space in your home, drying and finishing a basement is a great idea.

Make the Most of What You’ve Got!

At about 50% of the cost of building an addition to the home, a basement finishing is the best way to gain new living space without the need to sacrifice lawn space or endure the hassles of building upwards.  Even with the current poor housing market, Remodeling Online reports that the resale value of a home with a basement finishing increases by as much as 97% of

the cost of the installation! Click here to go to Remodeling Online’s web site and view the full report.

Even barring all numbers, a basement finishing is a great idea.  If your basement is leaking, you have the opportunity to take a significant problem in your home and turn it around completely.  Here’s just a few of the problems a damp or wet basement can cause:

1. Water is able to collect around foundation walls in the loose backfilled earth around the outside walls.  As this water soaks concrete, grout, and mortar, it will make its way into the basement air.  Even when the walls look dry, you can be sure that moisture is still seeping through and being pulled into the air, much like dirt in a flower pot is dry even when the pot is heavy with moisture.

2. When a basement is humid, it creates a perfect environment for mold growth. If the moisture is allowed to remain, there’s nothing stopping mold and dust mites from living, thriving, and surviving on all things containing organic material in your basement, including drywall, carpet, fiberglass, and hardwood floors.

3.

When a basement has a musty, moldy smell, it comes from mold spores and the airborne fecal material created by dust mites in your basement.  This basement air moves upwards in your home in the same way that air moves through the hose like in a chimney.  Because this air travels upwards in your house, the airborne materials within the air will also rise into the main home where you breathe.  This can agitate asthma, allergies, and create a variety of other health disadvantages.

4. When a basement leaks, it ceases to be an acceptable area for storage.   Christmas ornaments, books, wedding memorabilia, seasonal clothing, unused furniture, and valuables will not be able to be safely stored in these flooding conditions.

A Beautiful Finished Basement

If you’ve decided to keep the basement a moldy, wet, and smelly space, then the basement will have little potential for improvement.  However, this is what a dry, healthy basement could become:

• A beautiful basement living room with couches, a TV and a game table
• A peaceful, private home office
• A family game room with a basement wet bar for entertaining guests
• A home gym with weights, mats, and exercise equipment
• A safe, secure children’s play area
• A beautiful and convenient wine cellar

If you’re finishing the basement, it’s wise to use basement remodeling materials that can create a safe and sound vapor barrier between your living space and the cold, damp basement walls and floor.  On the walls, a solid, free-standing cement board with hard-foam insulation with an R-13 rating is best.  With solid materials like this, you’ll be able to attach shelves, cupboards, pictures, a plasma TV, sports memorabilia, or any of countless other decorations and accessories with confidence. The windows in the basement should be installed with double-paned glass and a vinyl frame for the best options for insulation and soundproofing.  The basement ceiling is best installed with a drop ceiling that can absorb noise from both the basement and the  floors above.  The basement floor should be installed with water resistant vinyl tiles that block vapor barrier from the floor while creating a thermal break that allows the surface of the floor to be as much as ten degrees warmer than the floor below.  All surfaces of the basement should be inorganic to prevent mold and able to resist water in case of a flood.

Even if the basement has the best waterproofing products in the market and a vapor barrier is installed on all surfaces, the basement can still be affected by leaks from water heaters, bursting pipes, overflowing sinks, bathtubs, toilets, dishwashers, and countless other things in the home that hold water that can flow downhill into the basement.

Basement Waterproofing Basement Remodeling Contractors in your Town

Not all basement waterproofing and basement remodeling contractors are created equally.  When searching for the best one for your home, it’s best to find a well-established contractor who you can count on to still be in business if you need to service your installation or have warranty work done.  The small business administration reports that 50%

of contractors have their business fail in the first year, with over

96% closing shop within the first five years.  There’s a good chance that you’ll want the company someday in the future to modify, add on to, or service the job.  Find a company that can still be there when you need them most.