Why Your Neighbor’s Drainage Problem Could Become Your Basement Problem You maintain your gutters, keep your yard properly graded, and make sure water drains away from your foundation. So why is your basement suddenly getting wet? The answer might be next door. Water doesn’t pay attention to property lines. Changes to a neighboring yard can […]
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Window Wells 101: The Small Basement Feature That Can Prevent a Big Water Problem
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Window Wells 101: The Small Basement Feature That Can Prevent a Big Water Problem Basement window wells are easy to overlook. They’re small, outside the main living space, and often hidden behind landscaping. But when a window well isn’t draining properly, it can collect enough water to turn a heavy Missouri rainstorm into a basement […]
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Autumn Leaves and Your Foundation: Preventing Clogs and Water Damage As the vibrant colors of fall take over Missouri, homeowners often focus on raking leaves and tidying up yards. While autumn cleanup is a seasonal tradition, it’s also critical for protecting your foundation. Fallen leaves may look harmless, but when they accumulate in gutters, downspouts, […]