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Author: Shane Mayer
How do you make a waterproof basement from the beginning?
This is a question we found via Yahoo Answers, and thought it would be within our expertise to answer here: Foundation waterproofing should always be undertaken during initial construction. It is nearly impossible to apply basement waterproofing products once backfill, where sediment is deposited around the foundation, takes place. Before discussing the proper basement waterproofing… Read more »
What Contractors and Builders Need to Know About Foundation Waterproofing Sealing
Owning and maintaining a building is a constant battle against water intrusion. Whether through leaky roofs, broken window seals or foundation cracks, homeowners, tenants and contractors are always looking for solutions to keep the water out. Concrete foundations are built for their durability, but despite their solid-seeming appearance, concrete foundation walls are very water permeable…. Read more »
Tip of the Day – Essential Basement Waterproofing Products
Basement waterproofing is crucial in any structure, as it prevents mold and mildew growth, as well as water damage. There are several products which are essential when waterproofing a basement. A sump pump is useful in homes where the water table is above the foundation table of the structure. Because of this, you’ll frequently experience… Read more »
Choosing Interior or Exterior Insulation: The Pros and Cons
Insulation is one of the most complicated choices builders and architects face during construction. Interior insulation is cost effective, but can reduce usable space and doesn’t protect against water. Exterior insulation is expensive and susceptible to insects. Regardless of the insulation choice, efficiency, toxicity and resiliency must all be taken into account as well. The… Read more »
Waterproofing vs. Dampproofing
Did you know that there is a significant difference between waterproofing and dampproofing? Dampproofing simply slows down water penetration, but will not completely waterproof your foundation. Dampproofing, however, does protect against water vapor transmission. For the value based homeowner, dampproofing is an alternative to waterproofing, usually done with an easy to spray-on membrane, which dries into a… Read more »
What is an Egress Window Well and Why Are They Important?
We have received several questions on our Facebook page asking about the benefits of egress window wells. What is an egress window well? Why would you want to install an egress window well, and how to know which one is right for you? Mar-flex is a premier national manufacturer and distributor of all types of window… Read more »
Charlotte Home Lacks Proper Basement Waterproofing
We talk a lot about the importance of proper basement waterproofing, but not everyone understands the subject as well as our team of Division 7 experts. Preventing water from damaging foundations is what we think about all day long. It is our business after all, and we consider it the most important factor a property… Read more »
The Basement Waterproofing Pros Celebrate “Cellar Dwellers”
You know Mar-flex as a team of unparalleled basement waterproofing professionals, working tirelessly to create the best waterproofing membranes, drainage boards and egress window wells in the world. But we are also serious sports fans, and there are few places that love sports more than Philadelphia. Philly may be “The City of Brotherly Love.” But… Read more »
How to Choose a Sustainable Foundation Waterproofing Product
If you are looking for an environmentally friendly way to waterproof your basement, Mar–flex has you covered. Consumers from Charlotte to Chicago are discovering that they no longer have to choose between going green and getting the flooded basement blues. Thousands of builders, contractors and architects have been pleased to discover that our greenest products… Read more »
