Keep ice, snow from damaging foundation this winter

As the snow blows and accumulates throughout the Central, Northeast & Northern Wisconsin area, you might think your basement is safe from water damage for the winter. Even though that water is frozen, it can still cause problems for your foundation. “When water accumulates near …

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How to keep lake house, cabin foundations stable

With more than 15,000 lakes in the state of Wisconsin, it’s difficult to find someone who hasn’t spent any time on at least one of them. Some enjoy life near the water so much that they buy a cabin for vacations and weekend getaways, or …

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Make sure sprinklers don’t water your foundation

A lawn sprinkler system makes it easier to keep your grass growing and healthy year-round. It’s important to make sure your system operates correctly so your home’s foundation stays healthy, too. Leaks, drainage issues and overwatering can send the water for your grass right into …

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Keep your pipes from freezing during winter cold snaps

Whether it’s an Arctic Vortex rolling south or just a cold snap, even just a few days of lower temperatures can freeze pipes that aren’t well-insulated or protected from the weather. When they freeze, pipes can burst and flood your house. That moisture can lead …

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Wireless systems can monitor for water leaks, seepage

Most homeowners have been concerned, at one point or another, about water getting into their basement or crawl space. Whether it’s from the weather, a cracked foundation, a broken pipe, or leaky appliance, that moisture can damage concrete if not detected quickly and removed correctly. Water …

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Mold can cause damage to your home, health if untreated

ABT Foundation Solutions, Inc. has two big reasons for being concerned about excess moisture in your home. The first, of course, is that too much water can damage your foundation, leading to more damage in the rest of your home. The second is that mold …

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Landscaping changes can send water into basements

If water suddenly appears in your basement after years of never having problems, check the landscaping around your house. Sudden changes − like adding a flower bed or patio − or gradual changes in the grading over time can change the flow of water around …

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How to clean up, dry out a wet basement

It’s that moment every homeowner dreads. You go downstairs to pull a suitcase out of a closet you don’t open very often. With those first steps, you hear that “squish, squish” sound from the carpeting that means one thing: You have water in your basement. …

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