Normally a Canadian spring means flooding, and although this year we haven’t had a lot of snow, other factors can play a role in causing rising water. How do you deal with basement waterproofing in Toronto, both before it happens and after it does? What are the best and most affordable methods to waterproof your … Read more
Heading into spring means melted snow and the beginnings of what can become heavy rain, which is great for your garden but might not necessarily be for your basement. Sump pumps can be an excellent way to keep your basement dry and free of water damage, but only if they are installed correctly. There’s a … Read more
Owning a home is a wonderful, magical thing, and being a homeowner in Toronto is exceptionally wonderful. Living in a large city, you’re automatically integrated into the community and become part of a larger, greater entity. It’s powerful but it can be profoundly confusing. If you’re not familiar with the Provincial and City bylaws, owning … Read more
Basement flooding is one of the most frustrating realities of owning a home, and in Toronto, it’s all too common with the combination of crazy weather, old homes and the many sloping lots. Take a look at some of the frequent causes of this problem: Cracks or leak in a home’s foundation, basement walls, windows … Read more