If you’re thinking about selling your home, you first need to know the exact condition of all of your home’s structural components, appliances, and systems. This includes knowing whether or not there is mold in your home. Though mold can be tricky to spot while you’re living in your home, homebuyers usually hire professional inspectors…
Many homeowners assume that if they see standing water in their basement, they should consider having their basement waterproofed. However, there are a number of additional symptoms that you might see that may signal that it’s time to consider basement waterproofing services. Here are a few signs you should waterproof your basement — even if…
It’s happened to plenty of homeowners across Pennsylvania. You notice a certain distinct smell in your basement, and slowly you realize that you have a mold problem. Sure, you could hire a professional team to correct it for you — but is it really worth the money?
If you live near a river or close to another body of water that’s likely to overflow, you might be worried about whether or not your homeowner’s insurance will cover damage from basement flooding. The answer might depend on the insurance company that you use and the specifics of your policy details.
Did you know that there are over 100,000 different types of mold found on Earth? While some types of fungus are edible (like mushrooms and the mold found in blue cheese), many strains of mold can pose serious health hazards — especially if they take root in your home. If you spot any one of…
Do you have a basement in the building you run your business from? If so, do you use it? Many business owners don’t use their business’s basement for anything outside of necessary seasonal storage. But the basement of any commercial space contains tons of potential. What if you could be getting more out of your…
Are you looking to redo your basement? Do you want to use the space for your family, but you simply aren’t sure what to use it for? Then you will be happy to know that you have lots of options. Start off by getting a basement inspection for your Philadelphia home, so that you know…
Have you ever walked into a basement and wondered what that smell was? Perhaps you were cleaning out a closet in a long-forgotten corner of the house and noticed a smell that was just off? If there was a bad odor that you just couldn’t place, the culprit was likely mold growing. Most basements have…
No one wants to experience a flood in their basement. From mopping up water to finishing your basement again and checking for mold, a flooded home can cause a massive headache. When flooding does strike, one of the first things that most homeowners do is pick up the phone to call their insurance company. But…
In many homes, the basement is an unused room that just sits there. It gets used for the storage of far too many collectibles, washing and drying of clothes, and very little else. What would you do if you had a whole extra area of your home you could have the kids play in, entertain…
