Imagine this: It’s a cold, rainy night. The power just went out, the basement is starting to flood, and your sump pump – your last line of defense against water damage – is overflowing. Sounds like a nightmare, right? Unfortunately, this scenario is all too common. Fortunately – you don’t have to face it alone. […]
It can be the result of rain seeping through foundation cracks. It can happen when storms back up sewage lines. Sometimes, the sump pump gives out. Whatever the cause, your basement looks like an indoor pool. Do you take care of flooded basement repair yourself or call in professionals? Before you make a decision, consider […]
You’re excited about this one. You’ve done your due diligence as a home buyer comparing prices, exteriors, interiors and even neighborhood amenities. This house looks like a great candidate until the realtor shows you the basement. That’s when you spot a small pit and sunken motor in the floor. Suddenly, you find yourself wondering, “Should […]
If this summer is typical, we’ll get more than 10 inches of rain by the end of August. That might seem like a lot, but it’s nothing compared to the severe weather and flash flooding that hit Chicago and the suburbs last year. If you’re like most residents here, you remember where you were that stormy Monday […]