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Homeowners Enjoy These Dehumidifier Benefits Home improvements are often the result of home emergencies—those unexpected problems that must be fixed. When your AC quits working in July, you replace it. If your internet goes down every weekend, you find a new provider. When summer rains repeatedly flood your basement, you call an experienced basement waterproofing…

Aka, That White Stuff That Won’t Leave My Walls Homes do the darndest things. How many times have you searched online for an answer because you didn’t know what else to do? Don’t worry, you aren’t alone! Whether it’s troubleshooting a problem with the air conditioner or searching for basement waterproofing solutions in Union County,…

Control Moisture to Eliminate Mold Danger For many of us, the term mold conjures images of a blueish loaf of bread decaying on the kitchen counter. At Blue Umbrella Waterproofing, we deal with more dangerous types of mold that grow in damp basements and crawl spaces. Some of these molds contaminate indoor air quality and…

Steps to Clean Up a Flooded Basement Basement flooding and other household emergencies hit your NJ home when you least expect them. Taken by surprise (and often at the most inconvenient time), your mind races with questions. Experts say rapid flood cleanup is critical to minimizing permanent damage and preventing long-term health risks. To keep…

How to Spot Basement Water Damage You may have noticed a damp, stale odor in your basement—but you figured it was just “normal.” After all, basements are moist and musty, right? No. It’s not normal for your basement to feel and smell like a rainforest. Left unchecked, a wet basement can cause a lot of…

Mold and Moisture and Mildew, Oh My! Years ago, basements were used mainly for storage space. Basements derive from root cellars which were used to store food before refrigerators were invented. Over time, basements have transitioned from practical storage areas to valuable living spaces. From home offices to elaborate game rooms, basements are an extension…