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The summer is a time for growth and unfortunately, that extends to mold and mildew. While many homeowners think of mold as a winter problem, it often starts in the

There’s a lot that goes into keeping a home dry and moisture free. Your sump pump is one of those key components. However, without a sump basin (or sump pit),

Summer is here, and that means more time outdoors, but it also means higher humidity levels throughout your home. If you have a crawlspace, this seasonal change may create moisture

Building a new home is exciting. You get to focus on layout, finishing, paint, and curb appeal to create a space that is truly your own. But one of the

Your home’s ability to resist water is not fixed. It changes throughout the year as weather patterns shift, soil conditions fluctuate, and drainage systems are put under different levels of

Your home’s foundation isn’t like curtains or paint. It is not easily replaced or repaired if issues are allowed to pile up. Today, we take a quick look at early

(Probably!) Basements have a very different moisture environment than the rest of your home. Simply being below grade means that your basement is constantly exposed to a moisture-rich environment. Even

Spring has finally made its debut across Middle Tennessee. But aside from warmer weather, March, April, and May can bring showers that leave the ground around our homes saturated. This

Thankfully, the worst part of winter is almost over for the Nashville area, but that doesn’t mean that freezing temperatures haven’t already caused issues with your house. Today, we’ll take

If you’ve ever noticed a small water spot on a ceiling or felt dampness walking into your basement or crawl space, you may have pushed it to the back of

We often think of winter as a dry season since we don’t get as much rain as in the spring. However, the volatility of Middle Tennessee’s ever-changing weather patterns can

Most homeowners look for poorly sealed windows and doors when trying to lower utility bills and increase efficiency. However, if you have a crawl space, the most effective way to