Elevator Pit Waterproofing

Elevator Pit Waterproofing

Elevator Pit Waterproofing   Elevators pits can be susceptible to flooding and water leakage because of the fact that the pits are usually one of the lowest points in a building and therefor below grade. Water can seep into the pit and pool there causing damage to the concrete foundation and to the elevator equipment.…

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Solve Moisture Problems in Concrete Basements

Solve Moisture Problems in Concrete Basements

Solve Moisture Problems in Concrete Basements Solve moisture problems in concrete basements by following the instructions below. But first, learn more about moisture problems in below grade concrete so you fully understand the problem at hand. Moisture wicking through below grade concrete walls can be a real problem for home owners. After rain or heavy…

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Resurface Concrete

How to Resurface Worn Concrete

How to Resurface Worn Concrete   I found a quick article on how to resurface worn concrete on ThisOldHouse.com. The article talks about a damaged concrete walkway and how to repair it using a concrete overlay. This process is fairly cheap and takes only one day to execute. Some of the best advice is in…

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How To Hire A Contractor With Integrity

Hire A Contractor With Integrity

How To Hire A Contractor With Integrity   I recently got burned by a contractor that hired me (Subcontracted) and never paid me the full amount that was owed for my services. Emails and phone calls were made with no response, not even a “F you!” for closure. Business ethics seem to be disappearing from…

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Prevent concrete deterioration with Creto DPS

Stop Concrete Deterioration

– Concrete Deterioration –   I found this great article on Oldhouseweb.com and wanted to share it. The article goes into concrete deterioration causes and solutions. One solution is to seal your concrete with with the proper sealants. Creto DPS is a penetrating concrete sealant that permanently waterproofs concrete while leaving the substrate breathable. It…

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Restore vs. Replace

 – Restore vs. Replace –   Mudjacking vs. re-pouring a sidewalk  or restore vs. replace… An age old question. Which is better? I believe it is always better to restore and reuse building materials rather than replacing them. The restoration process usually creates less waste ending up in your local land fill. The ancient Egyptians…

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Creto DPS Concrete Sealers

The Importance of Concrete Sealers

– Concrete Sealers –   I came across this article and wanted to share it with everyone. It’s an article about the importance of concrete sealers for the preservation of concrete. They talk about most types of concrete sealants on the market but didn’t go into how our unique sealant works. The Creto DPS sealer…

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