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5 Ways To Control Humidity In Your Home Or Business

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Are you noticing condensation build-up on the windows of your home or business? That means you have a problem with excess humidity. Excess humidity in your home or business can cause problems like a musty smell, mold, mildew, and rot that can damage your belongings. Here are five ways to control humidity in your home […]

What’s Causing That Musty Smell In Your Basement?

As homeowners, a lot of us associate a musty smell with the basement. After all, many of us probably remember wrinkling our noses when going down into the basement of our childhood homes to get our summer toys out of storage or do laundry. But did you know that a musty smells in the basement […]

Common Types Of Mold And How To Get Rid Of It

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Mold is common in homes and businesses but that doesn’t mean that you have to put up with it. Mold grows in places with lots of moisture like basements, crawl spaces, and bathrooms. Mold will continue grow if a moisture problem is undiscovered or unaddressed and can emit toxic particles that will travel through the […]

The 5 Most Common Causes Of Basement Leaks

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Noticing water in your basement can be a cause of alarm for homeowners. Water damage can be expensive to fix so catching problems early will save you a lot of time and energy. Here are the five most common causes of basement leaks in homes:

4 Common Sump Pump Problems & How To Fix Them

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Sump pumps are a common sight in basements. These devices are installed at the lowest point in the home and keep your basement dry by removing water collected in the sump pit and depositing it in a nearby storm drain, dry well, or detention pond. Usually, your sump pump is on standby, waiting to be […]

4 Things That Are Causing Your Home’s Foundation To Sink

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A sinking or settling foundation is a great cause for concern for homeowners. Foundation settlement is a common problem in Missouri and will only become worse (and more expensive to repair) over time; it’s always in your best interest to begin repairs for foundation settlement sooner rather than later. If it’s not repaired or replaced, […]