Is Your Roof Causing Problems Inside Your Home?

Ice damming on Toronto roof

Is your roof leaking?  One of the places where mold loves to grow is in the attic, where a leaky roof is often the culprit.  Even if your roof isn’t causing problems now, if it’s several years old you should consider adding it to your annual inspection checklist. The roof of your home needs timely […]

The Truth About Basement Waterproofing

Explaining basement waterproofing to Toronto homeowner

How do you fix a leaky basement?  Believe it or not, you’ll get different answers depending on who you ask.  Ask someone who only water-poofs basements from the inside, and they will almost always give you the solution to waterproof the inside walls of your basement.  Ask someone who specializes in interior basement drainage solutions, and they […]

Basement Flooring Options for a Damp Basement

Installing carpet in Toronto basement

Do you have a damp basement but would still like to turn it into a usable part of your home? Choosing the right basement floor finish is always a tricky choice. Concrete is by nature porous and no matter how hard your builder tried it’s always going to feel cold and clammy to the touch. […]

Roofing Problems Can Lead To Mold And Water Damage In Your Home

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Leaves fill and block gutter in Toronto home

Did you know that problems with your roof can lead to water damage in your basement?  Not only that, it can also lead to water and mold damage throughout your attic as well as the rest of your home if left untreated. When it comes to water leaks in the basement, often times it’s the […]

Iron Bacteria: The Orange Sludge In Your Basement

iron bacteria in richmond hill home

Is that orange sludge in my basement dangerous? Did you ever dig down into a pool of water and find an orange sludge where ferrous iron was present? While it’s not dangerous as such, it does impart an unpleasant taste, appear oily and look like unprocessed sewage. We usually find this frequently in older Toronto […]