You may have woke up this morning to find your basement flooded after four inches of rain that fell on the Miami Valley in a few short hours last night. If your basement is flooded, the problem needs to be fixed as soon as possible. This is because water degrades the structural integrity of your… Read more »

When your home settles, cracks form in the foundation walls. Its important to repair these cracks when you find them, because little cracks can become large cracks, and lead to big problems. Crack injection is the most widely accepted method of repairing foundation cracks. This is because crack injection is cost-effective, reliable, and permanent. Mar-flex… Read more »

When your basement has water leak into it, it causes damage to everything. Whether its carpet, walls, or personal possessions, these need to be cleaned to eliminate potential mold issues. It’s important to find the leak first before you clean up. Its difficult to repair something if you don’t have a clue about the cause… Read more »

Sump pumps are an important tool in keeping your basement dry and free from mold and mildew. There are standards you must follow when utilizing a sump pump, in order for it to be effective. First, sump pumps must be drained far from the home, because draining too close causes unsanitary conditions that lead to… Read more »

When you find that your basement is damp, you know its a serious problem. Moisture not only causes the degradation of your foundation, but mold and mildew. There are a few common causes of basement moisture. Condensation happens because concrete is porous and allows water through it. Condensation is extremely common in basements, and without… Read more »

Mar-flex CEO Brett Oakley appeared last week on talk radio, with Michael King the “Cajun Contractor”. The radio show is rated in the Top 3 home improvement programs and is heard weekly by more than 1.2 million listeners nationwide. Oakley told the now-famous story of how the company came into being, as well as described… Read more »

Finishing your basement not only adds space to your home but also gives you the opportunity to use the extra space in unique and cool ways that add value to your home. Many people that finish their basements turn this space into a game room. If you want a game room anywhere in your home,… Read more »

You have a sump pump and you know you should install a pump liner, to make the pump more effective, but how do you go about it? The work is simple and by following the steps it can be a good DIY project. First, when digging the sump pump pit, make sure its located  in… Read more »

Mar-flex Waterproofing & Building Products CEO Brett Oakley sits with host Michael King for a national radio broadcast of Home Talk. 10:00 am EST.

Mar-flex CEO Brett Oakley will be giving a rare radio interview this week, but that’s not all. Oakley will be appearing on TV Middletown for an exclusive interview talking about each of BAO Production’s companies and will be telling his story to the entire city of Middletown and Hamilton. Look for this ultra rare TV… Read more »