Basements

Full Basements Should Be Insulated and Protected From Water

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Invest in a waterproofing system

Basement foundations should be insulated to minimize energy losses and should be protected from water infiltration. Even if a basement is not intended to be used as a finished space, it's best to assume that it may be finished in the future. That's why it's a good investment to upgrade from damp-proofing to a true waterproofing system when the basement is built. It's always cheaper to ...

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