You don’t need to live in Venice to suffer the impact of a wet basement or foundation. After all, Canada’s extreme temperatures can cause issues for even the most solidly laid foundation. Ultimately, water is the biggest contributor to residential foundation movement. In turn, concrete foundation damage deteriorates property value. Most foundations are repairable, but expensive. Therefore, it’s important to learn about wet basements and foundations, and the warning signs when buying or selling a home. Wet basements and foundations: 5 things every realtor and homebuyer should know Why do basements leak? The soil surrounding foundations is loose post-excavation. Consequently, it’s easier for water to percolate through the soil and accumulate. This loose soil is packed against basement and foundation walls when constructed. As water accumulates in the soil, it seeps into walls and causes damage. How can I spot wet basement and foundation damage? Structural concerns include cracks, bowing,…
Climate change is accelerating and extreme weather events are becoming more common. Consequently, this brings heavy rain, overloaded sewers and an increased risk of basement flooding. Therefore, the…
A well-planned basement finishing project will provide for great family enjoyment as well as being a sound investment. Poorly planned and improperly finished basements may satisfy immediate needs but…
A well-planned basement finishing project will provide for great family enjoyment as well as being a sound investment. Poorly planned and improperly finished basements may satisfy immediate needs…
A well-planned basement finishing project will provide for great family enjoyment as well as being a sound investment. Poorly planned and improperly finished basements may satisfy immediate needs…
I am considering purchasing a home with an unfinished basement, that I would like to finish as extra living space for my family. How can I tell if…
In our new home, we had a lot to do to create a modern basement with a playroom and a functional home office. The result is amazing –…
The City of Toronto’s Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) offers low-interest loans to homeowners to improve energy efficiency and save money! The high upfront costs of home improvements…
Toronto contractors and homeowners can benefit from the low-interest financing tool offered by the City for home energy improvements. The City of Toronto’s Home Energy Loan Program (HELP)…