Author: Shane Mayer

Advantages of Installing a Crawl Space Vapor Barrier

Installing a crawl space vapor barrier in your home has many advantages. Not only is it easy to install, but its mainly known to add to the comfort level and reduce the operating costs of your home. The most common problem with a crawl space that isn’t insulated is that moisture levels are high. By… Read more »

The Spray Equipment You Need

Mar-flex Waterproofing & Building Products offers the best spray-on membranes in the entire industry. Along with our great membranes, we offer the means to apply them simply and properly. We have a comprehensive selection of spray-on equipment, accessories, and anything else you need to complete the job. Spray equipment is economically priced, durable, and tested… Read more »

Twip of the Day – Using a Battery Backup Sump Pump

Battery backup sump pumps can be your only line of defense against water damage in situations where your main pump breaks down, or you are caught in a violent weather event such as a hurricane, without electricity. Its just as powerful as your main pump, but will turn on automatically under the right circumstances. It… Read more »

Spec Information

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products is the leading innovator in the waterproofing industry, with such manufacturing achievements as designing the world’s first 100% recycled drainage board – Geo-Mat! You can find all of our specification on our website, provided by our friends at ARCAT, or you can download the Mar-flex Android Phone app, SpecMaster. If… Read more »

Types of Basement Dehumidifiers

Basement dehumidifiers are an invaluable tool in the fight against moisture penetration and mold propagation. Dehumidifiers work to reduce the amount of moisture in the air, at the lowest level of your home. This is sometimes necessary and for a number of reasons. Among these, using a dehumidifier in your basement will improve the quality… Read more »

Mar-flex Distributors

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products offers quality products that you can find on new builds nationwide. Contractors love Mar-flex, because of the in-depth cross-trained support team, unparalleled product quality, and easy to use website and all the product information they need. See why our products are popular country-wide by visiting our Distributors portal to find… Read more »

Twip of the Day – Stopping a Basement Wall Leak

Whenever you find a leak in your basement wall, its a serious issue that will lead to major problems if not repaired. Not only will the dampness damage any possessions of yours, but the standing or leaking water is also a health hazard. Taking the time to fix the leak early on means the job… Read more »

The Best Egress Solutions

Window wells are an extremely important part of any habitable basement space. Window wells function beyond simple basement windows, they allow more natural light and fresh air into the basement, and add beauty to the outside of the structure. Mar-flex’s Egress Window Wells even allow for a quick and safe exit in the event of… Read more »

Twip of the Day – Repairing Cracks In Basement Floor

Over the lifetime of any structure settling will occur, producing cracks in the foundation wall and basement floor. These cracks are further affected by hydrostatic pressure and moisture penetration. Over time, they will contribute to the degradation of the structure, causing serious damage and major issues. If you find several crack in your basement floor,… Read more »

A Commitment to Continuing Education

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products offers the latest in waterproofing technology, as well as the reliable and affordable products the company has come to be known for. Mar-flex has unveiled the new Mar-flex University Initiative. With this latest initiative, Mar-flex has partnered with well-known continuing education companies AEC Daily and Hanley Wood. Mar-flex offers coursework… Read more »