Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products presents another innovation in design and money-saving solutions. The Vortex vent wells are the future of foundation ventilation, and the last vents you will ever need. Vortex vents are versatile by design, with adjustable and telescopic functions, allowing the vent to fit several kinds of spaces. The vents allow users… Read more »

At Mar-flex, we are always focusing on innovation through state of the art technology and green resources. If you find your basement has that damp basement smell which is caused by mold and mildew, you can solve the problems with eco-friendly items found around the house. The first step to eliminating the smell is to… Read more »

If you live in an area where your basement frequently floods then you most likely have a sump pump installed. How do you know when to replace this essential item? There are a few issues to look for that tell you when you need to replace a sump pump. If your sump pump is making… Read more »

362 All Season Mastic is one of Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products’ newest products. This mastic is a heavy bodied trowel grade coating, excelling at patching tie holes, and filling in honeycombed areas in both rough and smooth masonry surfaces. This product is guaranteed to remain flexible during freeze/thaw cycles, can be applied during any… Read more »

Subsurface water is a threat to your basement and crawlspace if you haven’t planned for it. If your landscaping is sloped towards your home, this subsurface water will always run into your home. Also, homes that don’t have rain gutters allow buildup of water at the base of the structure. Another issue is downspouts that… Read more »

Its estimated that one in fifteen homes experiences high levels of radon gas. This gas is known to cause cancer and claims 21,000 lives a year nationally. There is no national requirement to test for radon, though it can be found in every state. Radon gas is colorless and odorless and is the second leading… Read more »

When dampproofing your structure, you don’t have to spend too much money on waterproofing materials. During the rainy season, basements grow humid, making them wet and difficult to clean. This humidity also promotes the growth of harmful mold and mildew. Simple tools and objects from around the house can be effective in dampproofing your structure… Read more »

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products offers a brand new approach to waterproofing with the Mar-flex System. Mar-flex Waterproofing Systems can transform the ordinary basement into a living environment, ideal for a home office, playroom, media room, exercise room, and more. Mar-flex is known for superior water-based and solvent-based waterproofing membranes, an extensive Green product line,… Read more »

When you discover standing water, dampness, and water damage in your basement, estimating the cost of repairs can be a real headache. The repairs and the cost of basement waterproofing can get expensive and even complicated. There are various evaluations that should be carried out as well as other factors which contribute to the damage… Read more »

If you notice dampness in your basement floor, and its made of organic flooring like wood, this can lead to mold and that musty smell. There are several options to replace the affected flooring. Some carpet tiles are composed of inorganic materials, which can provide a vapor barrier and insulation. This also protects against mold,… Read more »