Basement Waterproofing and Crawl Space Repair in UT

Backup Sump Pumps: not just for power outages.

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 09:20:21 -0500

When we think of battery operated backup sump pumps, we think of storms that knock off power and kill the main pump. However, every year, a lot of basements flood without a power outage.

Sump pump failure, a glitch in the pump switch, a tripped circuit breaker or even someone accidentally unplugging the pump are things that happen more often than you think.
I just read a blog from someone who had his basement under water because he had unplugged the pump for a while to plug in a power tool, and when he was done with the tool he completely forgot to plug it back in.

A battery operated backup sump pump system such as the Basement System’s UltraSump is vital to keep your basement from flooding whenever the main pump is out of commission, for any reason.

This powerful, high capacity DC battery operated pump system is capable of pumping 11.000 gallons with the power stored in a fully charged battery, and comes with an alarm that will let you know when the main pump stops and the backup kicks in.

UltraSump is part of the innovative TripleSafe system, the only system in the industry guaranteed to reduce the chances of a basement flood to statistical insignificance.

Contact us for a free estimate and see how affordable it is to have your basement fully protected.

Bring light into your basement with SunHouse Window Wells

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 01:26:58 -0500

Revamp your basement, beautifying your window wells.

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 01:14:36 -0500

As stated in this article, published today in the Deseret News, "Basements are not just for storing canned peaches anymore".

Even in a slow housing market, the basement remodel industry continues to grow. Homeowners begin to see the advantages of having a dry finished basement, in termos of cost, function and valuable space it adds to the property.

The Deseret News article shows that you can add a lot to your basement project with new, modern window wells, therefore you should not neglect them in your remodel project.

Beauty meets function in many available options, that will help you improve your basement's safety, looks and energy efficiency.
Our ScapeWEL Egress Window Systems, for example, will provide the necessary safety escape in your basement, and the small terraces in the well, can be decorated with plants, creating a pleasant little sight as you can see in this picture.

Our SunHouse Window Wells reflect daylight right into your basement ceiling, considerably brighting up the whole environment.

If you are considering a basemente remodel, now or in the future, consider make new windows and window wells part of the project early on.

Scary waterproofing sales tactics: how to avoid falling for them.

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:19:44 -0500

While researching about waterproofing contractors over the internet, customers are bound to find, mostly in home improvement forums, a number of complaints about questionable sales tactics used by some waterproofing contractors. Customers usually complain about the same practices, used over and over, by some companies.

There is the awful “mold scare” tactic, the gross misrepresentation of the amount and urgency of repairs, the bashing of competitors to keep homeowners from getting additional estimates. To force a quick closing there is the very popular but extremely dishonest technique of jacking up the price and, when the homeowner refuses the proposal, offer overly generous "discounts" (as high as 50% sometimes), “but only if you close the deal right now”.

Some stories are so horrific that it is no wonder Federal Trade Commission issued the "Cooling-off rule" to protect homeowners, especially elderly ones, from aggressive door-to-door sales tactics. A version of this rule was made into law in every U.S. state.

Those laws allow homeowners to change their minds when they purchase something from a salesperson outside the company's place of business. They give you around 3 days to cancel the deal, and get a full refund with cancellation fees.

However you can keep yourself from having to cancel a deal by not signing one and knowing what you are looking for when it comes to waterproofing,
This article will give you tips on 7 things you should expect from a good waterproofing contractor. A must read for any homeowner shopping for waterproofing contractors.

Or, you can just save yourself some time and aggravation by contacting us for a Free Estimate. Experience what our WOW service philosophy is all about, from the sales process to the completion of the job and throughout the years, as we service your systems and honor our warranty.