There are many benefits of owning a home that has a basement foundation. Basements provide an out-of-the-way place to install mechanical equipment, such as the furnace, water heater, boiler, and oil ...

Basement waterproofing combines a number of techniques to stop water buildup in the basement. Musty odors, water stains, mold, and visible water are just some signs you may need basement waterproofing ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Because they’re built below grade, basements tend to take on water. You may notice ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

POP Projects is a collection of new and classic projects from more than a century of Popular Mechanics. Master skills, get tool recommendations, and, most importantly, build something of your very own ...

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 ...

Blank Dighero delivers a lunch at Sancho's in Gunbarrel in Boulder on Monday. Sancho's is closing its location at the Diagonal Plaza. Basement waterproofing is no joke. Whether it’s a soaked finished ...

Eamon O'Hara surveyed a wet basement of one of his Deptford customers Monday night. Though there is little damage, even minor dampness can lead to mold and mildew. The heavy rain has created a surge ...