Basement wall leaks happen, and if you’re a homeowner you will experience this problem at least once. The problem with these leaks is that they lead to bigger issues, such as mold and mildew growth, and foundation degradation. There are several reasons why these leaks happen, the craftsmanship could have been bad, cracks could have… Read more »

With Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products’ LandScapes no-maintenance basement window wells, you can take lower level living to the next level! LandScapes are state of the art window wells that brighten basements and increase curb appeal. LandScapes are made from proprietary materials, meaning they won’t rust or dent like metal window wells, and they even… Read more »

LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It is an internationally recognized green building certification system. LEED was developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in March 2000. LEED provides building owners and operators with a framework for identifying and implementing practical and measurable green building design, construction, operations, and maintenance LEED uses a suite… Read more »

“If you are installing hardwood flooring over concrete, you will need a floor vapor barrier between the concrete and the wood. Indeed, you will likely find this is part of the warranty coverage for this flooring. If you install the hardwood directly on the concrete, you will find that moisture from the soil will evaporate… Read more »

 Heavy rains are hitting the Miami Valley all day! With the onset of winter the ground has hardened up and is not able to absorb all the moisture. If you find that your basement is flooded, and you are not sure what to do, call the experts at DryPatrol today! DryPatrol are the experts at water… Read more »

Wet basements are the source of foul odors, damage to your foundation, and even possible health risks to occupants of a structure. This is because mold and mildew thrive in wet basements and cause many other problems. You may not actually see the mold, because sometimes it grows under carpeting or insulation. Water seeping into… Read more »

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products knows concrete sealers are an essential part of any concrete finish. Sealers are an important tool that is used as a protective barrier to keep water from seeping through into your basement. Sealers also protect against the elements, whether it be in milder climates or in harsh areas where there… Read more »

Many homeowners have the problem of a wet basement at one point or another. The main cause of this is water infiltration coming from the ground on the outside into the concrete or even through solid foundations. There are several options on the market, as far as concrete sealants go, but you must solve your… Read more »

Fusion UV is a 100% virgin polymer waterproofing membrane. Fusion is easily applied to any poured foundation wall, and sprays on easily to form a flexible, seamless seal that resists freeze/thaw cycles. Fusion is unique in that its available in UV resistant gray. Also, Fusion is backed by Mar-flex’s incredible warranty system. Check out Fusion… Read more »

When your basement floods, whether its through a burst pipe, sump pump issue, or weather related, its a big problem. One of the first things to get ruined through basement flooding is basement carpet. Carpet that has become wet must be dried within 48 hours, because mold grows quickly on carpets, leaving it unsalvageable. The… Read more »