Basements are untapped resources in many homes. You can finish a basement, transforming it into a living room, home office, teen's bedroom, or a dream entertainment room or home gym. You can even turn ...

For homeowners with basements, nothing is as frustrating and costly as unexpected flooding. A clogged outdoor drain can turn a routine rainstorm into a financial nightmare, leaving behind soaked ...

Having a home with a basement comes with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to managing excess water. Basements are naturally prone to water accumulation from moisture, leaks, and ...

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Editor’s note: In light of recent rains, we are reprinting a timely column originally published June 6, 2009. We have a 1973 two-story house with a basement that we’ve owned for about two years. The ...

RestoPros of Kansas City has released a comprehensive educational guide to help homeowners understand and prevent water damage from basement drain backups, one of the most common and costly issues ...

SPOKANE, Wash. -- Months after a basement flood for some South Hill families, they are still in a state of devastation. The destruction came during a rain storm, causing their decades-old sewer system ...

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 ...