Whenever you want to work with a company to do something within your home, one major concern is exactly how long it will take.
Everyone is busy these days, and you don’t necessarily want to invite a contractor into your home for longer than you have to.
Even under the best circumstances, most people want to be available to supervise work when they have contractors in the house. Continue reading →
Maryland has a long history, and despite its small size it’s one of the most heavily populated areas in the country. Residents here are able to enjoy all the benefits the state offers including great natural beauty, a centralized location close to numerous metro areas, and great weather. However, the rainfall that occurs each year could cause your home’s basement to flood in a big way. To prevent this, you can take some steps that might help safeguard against the problem before it begins. Here’s a look at some of the preventative measures you should consider. Continue reading →
Maryland has a long history, and while it’s one of the smallest states in the country it’s also filled with big ideas. Those who live here understand that preparing for things ahead of time is important, and at AA Action Waterproofing we believe that this line of thinking is a key when it comes to defending against moisture finding its way into your home. Continue reading →
Maryland homeowners have long had a can-do, DIY attitude. There’s no question that many home improvement tasks can be handled on your own if you have the tools, the time, and the knowledge needed to do the job correctly. However, there are some tasks that are usually better left to the professionals. One of them is certainly basement waterproofing, and it’s a job that you shouldn’t try on your own. Continue reading →
Those who live in Maryland are already well aware of just how wet the state can get – monthly rainfall of 4 inches is the average during most of the year. That precipitation can obviously find its way into your home if you’re not careful – particularly in our basement or crawlspace. But here at AA Action Waterproofing, we have found that many people don’t realize just how much the colder Maryland months can impact basement flooding. It’s something you need to pay attention to.
There are several different things related to the winter months that can have an impact on your basement’s integrity when standing up to leaks. Here’s a look at the biggest ones: Continue reading →
Maryland residents have a can-do attitude that dates back centuries. Today, the nearly 6 million who live in the area have seen their fair share of issues – large and small. And over the years, most have learned that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Here at AA Action Waterproofing, we agree with that, and we think it’s important that you take the time to waterproof your basement before you experience leaks. That way, you avoid larger repair bills and miss out on the damage that flooded basements can cause. Continue reading →
If you’re one of the nearly 6 million people living within Maryland’s borders, you’re already aware of the copious amounts of precipitation the state receives. While it has a lot to offer residents, the fact is that the location of the state means that it receives plenty of moisture from the Atlantic Ocean and from fronts moving east across the country. Add in the snowfall and the frozen moisture in the ground that thaws each spring, and it’s not hard to see that Maryland can get a little wet from time to time. Your home will be your shelter against that moisture, but if it leaks you may have a problem. Continue reading →
Your home is one of your life’s single biggest investments, and it’s a place that should offer you protection from the elements and relaxation at the end of the day. But when you aren’t fully protected from water entering your home, it can be hard to relax at all. Maryland dates back to pre-colonial times, and many locations here have a strong, rich history. Whether your home is old or new, it’s important that you take the steps needed to protect it as well. Continue reading →
Maryland residents can experience some incredibly wet weather. Each year, average rainfall is between 35 and 45 inches, and plenty of months see much more than just 4 inches of rain. That’s why protecting your home from the elements is so important. However, too many people look at their home’s roofs and nothing else. The reality is that sometimes, rainfall doesn’t just come in from above. It may come from below – in your basement. Continue reading →
Maryland weather can be unpredictable. Not only does the state receive an average of 41 inches of rainfall each year, but the cold winters can bring in heavy snows and deep freezes, which in turn can trigger heavy thaws that contribute even further to the water saturating the ground. One look at the storms already raging through the Eastern US throughout early July of 2014 and it’s apparent that summer rains are no better. Continue reading →
