A hard rain a few weeks ago exposed a weakness in our basement waterproofing system, just the third time this has happened since we had the house built in 1992. One entire end of the basement flooded, ...

Q: Lately I’ve noticed water leaking into my basement after heavy rain. It seems to happen every time a storm rolls in, and I’m not sure what the cause is. What should I do to repair the leaks and ...

Q. We remodeled a 60-year-old, ranch-style home four years ago. We enjoy the house immensely except for water issues in the basement. After installing a sump pump and redirecting downspouts, we ...

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Q What’s your opinion on those clear covers for basement window wells? Frogs and toads are always falling into the window wells at my place and they can’t get out without help. A I find those covers ...