Homes along the east coast can range greatly in their architectural styles. This includes historical homes that have been renovated for modern use, but it can also include newer construction and houses that are just being built. For homeowners of any design, it can be important to include preventive measures when making any sort of changes to the living space. Continue reading →
At AA Action Waterproofing, we have seen a number of basements that have horrifying stories to tell. Although any type of leaks or flooding in the basement can lead to considerable damage to both property and home, some situations go beyond the accepted and into the absurd. While the effects of long-term leaks in the basement or basement flooding can vary, the following tales can act as cautionary messaged to homeowner throughout the Maryland region. Continue reading →
The phrase “April showers bring May flowers” is a pretty common one, but what many don’t know is that these same April showers can bring May leaks as well! During the winter months, the foundation on your home takes quite a bit of abuse, particularly in the snowy mid-Atlantic region. While these foundation damages may be tough to spot at first, and not present you with any real damage that you can see when winter starts to wind down, the effects become apparent during the cool and wet spring season. Continue reading →
Winter is finally over for the mid-Atlantic, and after a cold season that seemed as if it would never end, many are wondering how they can repair their foundations left cracked and at risk after the deep freeze. Cold and snowy winters like the one we’ve just experienced wreak havoc on your foundation, as the soil shrinks and expands with each freeze and thaw. As the ground thaws and soaks in the moisture from melting snows, the soil will also move and shift, which places unnecessary stress on your foundation as well. With all of this stress, your foundation is likely to experience cracks and damages, and this is the prime time of year to begin seeing these damages and what they do to your home. Continue reading →
Homeowners in Maryland need to take a lot of different steps to keep their home protected and safe. That can mean a lot of different things, but here at AA Action Waterproofing we’ve seen firsthand just how important it is to pay attention to your foundation and keep it in the best shape possible. Continue reading →
Maryland is home to some of the most beautiful homes in the country, and some of the most historic. But while there’s plenty to love about being a homeowner here, there are also numerous challenges out there as well. In particular, the combination of thawing ground and snow with the spring showers the state experiences – 3 to 4 inches monthly on average – means that your home needs to be able to withstand any of the moisture our climate can throw at it. Continue reading →
Unless you’re an expert on the subject, it’s probably pretty hard to get excited about foundation repair. Even so, there are some basic (and “not so basic!”) facts about it that you should know.
Foundation repair is often a necessary part of getting your home back in working order after you have had a basement flood. After all, the basement and the foundation are closely intertwined. As important as that is, however, it’s not the whole story. Continue reading →
If you haven’t thought about getting your foundation inspected lately, now is a great time. More and more people all throughout Maryland are deciding to be proactive about making sure their homes enjoy the benefit of a strong foundation and a waterproof basement. Continue reading →
Are you thinking about getting your foundations inspected or repaired? Continue reading →
The foundation of your home is one of the most important parts of the entire structure. Just about every other part of your home depends on a strong foundation in order to be both safe and fully comfortable for you and your family. Continue reading →
