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My daughter and son-in-law have a home that sits on sandy soil and has a very deep, full basement. They are planning on finishing the basement to include a bedroom. There is a large escape window, so ...

Dealing with a damp basement is annoying enough, but seeing water leaking through cracks in the foundation or mortar joints can feel downright overwhelming. The good news is there are solutions that ...

Basement waterproofing is no joke. Whether it’s a soaked finished basement, or an unfinished basement with persistent leaks, water in the basement presents an immediate and stressful problem. You ...

Making over a basement wall oftentimes requires a little more work than a standard interior wall. Not only do you need to pick the perfect paint color, but you may be working with an unfamiliar ...

Q Some time ago you responded to my inquiry regarding fixing cracks in the cinder blocks walls in the basement of my 70-year-old home. The suggestions are working well, and, prior to starting the ...

Homeowners hoping to spread their wings around the house are increasingly heading downstairs to create more living space. Whether it’s for a home office, a home theater room, a playroom for the kids, ...