Basement mold is a common issue for homes that have damp, dark basements. Mold is a fungus, which grows quickly in moist, humid areas. Once it establishes its presence in your basement, this problem is difficult to get rid of. It can even cause serious health issues like asthma, infections, cough, rashes, congestion, and allergies…. Read more »

In order to remake your basement into a livable space, you need egress window wells. Specifically, window wells by Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products. Our window wells were designed by Mar-flex owner Brett Oakley, a veteran volunteer fireman who knows the dangers involved with evacuating any basement during an emergency. That’s why Mar-flex introduced the… Read more »

If you have a damp basement floor, it can only lead to issues unless properly and quickly dealt with. Failure to do this will mean structural damage to your property. It isn’t difficult to waterproof these areas, and in many instances it doesn’t require the help of a professional. The best part about basement waterproofing… Read more »

Mar-flex Waterproofing & Building Products is the leading innovator in the waterproofing marketplace, offering products that outshine the competition, such as the extremely popular Mar-flex 5000 membrane. Did you know Mar-flex manufactures the equipment to spray on our membranes? Mar-flex offers everything you need to spray on the membranes correctly and professionally, and all equipment… Read more »

Basement leaks can be very worrying. The basement used to be a place where we all stick our stuff, but modern basements have become useful rooms. No matter what you use your basement for, you will need to ensure that water is not leaking in. Fixing the leak is actually pretty easy as long as… Read more »

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products is the leading innovator in the waterproofing marketplace. We understand that your waterproofing system is critical to the safety of your structure and its occupants, and therefore we are dedicated to providing quality, efficient, and durable products. Mar-flex products stop this water penetration that leaves such devastating damage, including the… Read more »

That damp basement smell, usually caused by mold and mildew, is extremely putrid and unpleasant. You can get rid of it without resorting to chemicals, and you can even use green solutions, eco-friendly products, and household items. The first step to ridding your basement of that smell is to clean everything out of the basement… Read more »

Four people will die in residential house fires today. That’s the facts and statistics from the National Fire Protection Association. House fires are incredibly dangerous and can be fatal for any occupants involved, which is why it is so important to take safety precautions. That’s where Mar-flex CEO Brett Oakley comes in. In 1984, while… Read more »

Crystalline waterproofing material is a substance applied to concrete walls that penetrates the concrete and changes it to the point where it becomes an impenetrable water barrier. There are several pros and cons to this process, and they should be considered before a decision is made. This material gives your walls protection from leaks, and… Read more »

Mar-flex is committed to educating modern building professionals on upcoming practices and products. To this end we’ve developed several continuing education courses – through our initiative dubbed Mar-flex University. Mar-flex University offers several educational courses, including sustainable building and green waterproofing solutions, and these courses have been taken by such reputable organizations as NASA, FAA,… Read more »