Basement Maintenance Tips For Spring
Spring is here! The grass is turning green, the trees are beginning to get leaves, and the flowers are beginning to bloom. There’s another natural phenomenon that may have begun in your area, and that’s rain and thunderstorms. Spring showers are a staple in the Kansas City area and around the Midwest, but they mean […]
Dry Rot Removal in Kansas City Greater Metro Area
Dry rot occurs when a certain type of fungus slowly breaks down wood fibers. If the fungus infests a good portion of the material, the texture of the wood becomes dry and aged. Wood that is completely affected by dry rot loses its strength, causing it to break and collapse over time. Contact KC Waterproofing […]
Do you have a leaky basement?
A wet, leaky basement is a common problem. Basements are underground, making them especially susceptible to water, but that doesn’t mean it’s a problem that should be ignored. When faced with a wet or leaky basement, here are a few things you need to know. Signs of a Leaky Basement There are a number of […]
DIY Sump Pump Inspections in 5 Steps
The sump pump is the heart and lungs of a home’s waterproofing system. When properly installed and maintained, its the most important tool you have to keep your basement dry. However, if your sump pump stops working for any reason, your home’s waterproofing system will probably fail and your basement may get wet. Have you […]
What Do Different Types of Foundation Cracks Mean?
We’ve all been there: staring at the foundation of our home trying to figure out if those cracks are serious or not. Does a vertical foundation crack mean something different than a horizontal crack? Can you just fill the foundation cracks? These questions have probably all run through your mind at some point. In this […]
Concrete Leveling Success For Small Restaurant in Kansas City, KS
Greg Hublers Sandwich Shop was doing just fine – until it wasn’t. Suddenly, large amounts of water would enter the building every time it rained. Sometimes enough to force Hubler to shut down for the day. That’s why he picked up the phone to call us at KC Waterproofing and Foundation Repair. Does concrete leveling […]