Spring cleaning is about more than dusting. It’s about checking the hidden "danger zones" behind your appliances. From the brittle ice-maker line to the ticking time bomb of rubber washer hoses, learn how to inspect the "Big Three" appliances for leaks and mold this weekend. [Read More...]

How can water appear in the middle of a basement floor when it hasn't rained in days? The answer is Hydrostatic Pressure. Learn the science of how groundwater forces its way through concrete, the signs of "The Cold Joint" leak, and how to relieve the pressure before your basement floods. [Read More...]

A basement window well filling with water is a terrifying sight. We call it the "Fish Tank Effect." Before the April rains begin, learn how to check your window well drains, clear out the winter sludge, and why a $200 cover is the best insurance policy you can buy. [Read More...]

Your sump pump is the only thing standing between rising groundwater and a flooded basement. But does it actually work? Don't wait for the next storm to find out. Run your system through our 10-minute "Sump Pump Boot Camp"—including the critical Bucket Test—to ensure you are ready for spring rains. [Read More...]

The mountains look beautiful, but all that snow is about to turn into water. As the "Great Thaw" begins, hydrostatic pressure becomes your basement's worst enemy. Learn the "3-Foot Rule" for shoveling snow and how to prep your window wells and downspouts before the runoff hits. [Read More...]

Furnaces create heat... so why is there a puddle of water on the floor? If you have a high-efficiency unit, it can produce up to 6 gallons of water a day. Learn about "condensate lines," why they clog, and how to spot a hidden leak before it rots your basement walls. [Read More...]