The freezing of a sump pump is a serious problem that will cause extensive damage to the pump, therefore you must take a few steps to ensure the pump’s continuing operating efficiency. The discharge hose attached to the end of your pump is likely to become blocked with ice, if the water has a limited… Read more »

For years, building contractors just used a dampproofing solution in basements, and called that a finished job. Nowadays, consumers deal with flooded basements so often that a new way of thinking had to be introduced. Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products, the innovators in the waterproofing industry, developed several solutions for these serious issues. With a… Read more »

As a homeowner or business owner, there are several reasons to use a basement vapor barrier. A simple protective sheet over the basement floor helps prevent moisture from rising up into the walls. This vapor barrier inhibits the production of rot, mold, and water damage in your walls. If you have to replace your insulation… Read more »

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products offers the best value and quality waterproofing solutions. You can find Mar-flex products on buildings across the nation, and even the world. Mar-flex makes it easier than ever to find a local distributor of our great products, through the Mar-flex Distribution Portal. Check out our selection today!

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 »