Living near the Minnesota River: groundwater and your basement
Why river-valley neighborhoods can see high spring groundwater, and how basements there are kept dry.
Hairline crack or structural crack? How to tell
A guide to reading basement wall cracks: which are cosmetic, which leak, and which need a structural look.
Why window wells leak and how they're fixed
The most common causes of window well leaks in newer homes, and the fixes from cheapest to most involved.
Interior vs. exterior waterproofing: costs and tradeoffs
How the two main approaches work, what each typically costs, and why interior systems are more common in the Twin Cities.
What a basement waterproofing warranty should cover
How to read a waterproofing warranty: what's usually covered, what isn't, and the questions to ask before you sign.