Basements, Foundations & Attics Archives

FINISHING A BASEMENT REC ROOM: Avoid these 5 Unfixable M...

Published on November 17th, 2023

Are you thinking of finishing or re-finishing your basement That's a great home improvement goal, but you need to do...Continue Reading

Attics Offer Big Potential for Great Living Space

Published on October 12th, 2023

A few years ago I began advising a homeowner named Kat She approached me for advice on exactly how to convert her...Continue Reading

Building a Deck Foundation on Bedrock

Published on October 6th, 2023

A while back I got an email from a cottage owner asking about options for building a deck on bedrock This is a common...Continue Reading

Indoor Air Quality & Basement Floors

Published on September 21st, 2023

Basements often get musty smelling, especially in summer This happens if invisible amounts of condensation forms at...Continue Reading

Basement Crack Repair Torture Test Video

Published on September 15th, 2023

Concrete basements crack fairly often, but most crack repair systems only fill the gaps They offer no significant...Continue Reading

DETAILS, FINESSE & TROUBLE: How Cutting Corners �...

Published on September 8th, 2023

Sometimes small things can have big consequences This is true with life in general, as well as with the technical side...Continue Reading

Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How Can I Get Rid of the Sm...

Published on August 10th, 2023

Q: Do you know of any way to get rid of the smell of rats and mice My daughter bought a house in an old neighbourhood...Continue Reading

Q&A OF THE WEEK: “What’s the Best Way t...

Published on June 22nd, 2023

Q: What can I apply to the inside of my under-the-front-steps basement cold room to stop water from coming in There are...Continue Reading

CONCRETE BASEMENT CRACK FIX VIDEO: See New Technology in...

Published on May 26th, 2023

Got cracks in your concrete basement Lots of people do Watch this detailed video review of the DRICORE Pro Concrete...Continue Reading

MITER SAW VIDEO TOUR: Learn the Basics of This Great Tool

Published on May 19th, 2023

If I had to recommend one power saw for use around the home, cottage or country property, a miter saw would be it for...Continue Reading

Epoxy Floor Coating Boosts Useful Basement Living Space

Published on April 21st, 2023

Sometimes a good coat of finish can make a world of difference, and concrete basement floors are a case in point If...Continue Reading

Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Can I Install Carpet Over V...

Published on April 14th, 2023

Q: Can I install carpeting over the luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring in my basement The current floor is dark in...Continue Reading

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