Knowledge Center - Basements
Everything to Know About Basement Waterproofing
Have water seeping into your basement? First, give Blue Umbrella a call so one of our basement specialists can visit your home for a free inspection. They will inspect your home and sit down with you to create a customized basement waterproofing solution to permanently protect your home. In the meantime, you can read through our basement knowledge center for everything you need to know about basement waterproofing.
Will a Sump Pump Freeze in the Winter? – Winter-Proofing Your Sump Pump
By Steve Karlik | | Basement Waterproofing, Sump Pumps
Winter brings risks to basement waterproofing that aren’t always obvious. In New Jersey, melting snow, freeze–thaw cycles, and frozen ground can all affect how water moves around your foundation. Sump pumps are designed to move groundwater away from your basement before it can build up and cause damage, but winter conditions can interfere with how these systems work. If you rely on one, you may be wondering: Will a sump pump freeze in the winter, and what actually causes it to freeze?
Read More Gravity Drain vs. Sump Pump for a Basement (The Gravity Pump Myth)
By Steve Karlik | | Basement Waterproofing, Sump Pumps
At Blue Umbrella Waterproofing, we often hear from homeowners across New Jersey who are skeptical about using electricity to solve a water problem. Some homeowners want to avoid increased energy use, while others wonder if a gravity sump pump for basement waterproofing could provide the same protection without relying on mechanical equipment.
Read More How Many Sump Pumps Should a Basement Have? One Sump Pump or Two?
By Steve Karlik | | Basement Waterproofing, Sump Pumps
When Blue Umbrella Waterproofing installs an interior basement waterproofing system in New Jersey, one of the first questions we consider is: How many sump pumps should this basement have? The typical industry approach to sizing a basement waterproofing system often focuses on the minimum number of sump pumps necessary for effective sealing and draining, but that is not how we do it.
Read More BEST Dehumidifiers for a Basement or Crawl Space
By Steve Karlik | | Basement Waterproofing, Dehumidifiers
If your basement or crawl space is damp, moldy, or musty, you are not just smelling it; you are breathing it. In fact, up to 50% of the air you breathe on the first floor originates in your basement. To protect your home's structural integrity and your family’s health, a professional grade basement dehumidifier is a necessity.
Read More How Your Basement Affects Indoor Air Quality
By Brandon Prettyman | | Basement Waterproofing
Planning a basement makeover, man cave or play room? Follow our expert tips to prepare your basement for finishing by keeping it dryer, safer, healthier, and ready for any kind of remodel.
Read More Should I Waterproof My Basement Before Finishing It?
By Steve Karlik | | Basement Waterproofing
Planning a basement makeover, man cave or play room? Follow our expert tips to prepare your basement for finishing by keeping it dryer, safer, healthier, and ready for any kind of remodel.
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