Basement drywall is extremely vulnerable to mold, if you allow water to seep into your basement. In most cases, it isn’t possible to remove the mold from drywall in your basement, and the only solution is removing the drywall itself. In order to stop this from happening, you must control the moisture and humidity levels… Read more »

Many companies offer window well solutions that are effective and affordable, but Mar-flex is the only manufacturer that offers both of these, plus so much more. Our egress window wells allow more natural light and fresh air into your basement, as well as allowing for a quick and safe exit in the event of a… Read more »

Basement moisture can be a serious problem for any structure. Assuring a moisture free basement is imperative, and you’ll only be able to do this if you are able to identify the causes. If the ground near your foundation slopes toward the structure, your structure is suffering from inadequate grading. This leads to the moisture… Read more »

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products is partnering with DryPatrol to bring you the best solution to your water damage issues. If you find that a water heater has busted, pipes have burst, your walls are leaking water, or your basement is flooded after all the heavy rain of the past 24 hours, DryPatrol handles all… Read more »

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 »