Sewer Backups After Heavy Rain: Why They Happen
Sewer backups after heavy rain rank among the most unwelcome plumbing events a homeowner can experience. When wastewater rises through floor…
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When Storm Water Becomes Interior Damage
Storm water becomes interior damage when a home’s water management systems — gutters, downspouts, grading, foundation drainage — get overwhelmed by…
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Why Some Homes Feel Humid Even When the AC Is Running
Why do some homes feel humid even when the air conditioner is running? Air conditioning is commonly understood as the solution…
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Irrigation Systems and Hidden Moisture Problems
Irrigation systems and hidden moisture problems tend to go together more often than most homeowners realize. Most homeowners associate foundation and…
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Why Drainage and Grading Work Together
When water manages well around a home, it does so because two systems are working together: grading, which shapes the ground…
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What Is a Sump Pump and What Does It Do?
A sump pump is a device installed in a home to manage groundwater that collects beneath the structure. Understanding what a…
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What Causes Basement Moisture?
Basement moisture is one of the most common concerns that comes up during home inspections and one of the most frequently…
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Exterior Drainage and Grading Problems Inspectors See After Snow Melt
How Snowmelt Exposes Drainage Conditions Snowmelt differs from rain in a way that matters for drainage evaluation. Rain typically falls over…
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Ice Dams How They Form and What They Damage
IMost homeowners notice ice dams when icicles appear along the roof’s edge after a winter storm. But ice dams are more…
