Category Basements

What Size Dehumidifier For A Crawl Space?

Dehumidifier in a crawlspace, What Size Dehumidifier For A Crawl Space?

A dehumidifier is an efficient moisture remover for mold-prone areas. But before you install one, you should be particular about what size dehumidifier is appropriate…

Does A Crawl Space Need A Sump Pump?

A sump pump installed at home with a water powered backup system, Does A Crawl Space Need A Sump Pump?

Sump pumps are handy tools that prevent water from collecting in your crawl space or basement. However, purchasing and installing a pump is expensive and…

Do Basement Stairs Need Stringers?

Wooden stair stringers in a house undergoing construction, Do Basement Stairs Need Stringers?

Basement stairs give you the pleasure of entering the room with efficiency. Stringers serve as the support of the steps, to build a staircase. Basement…

Pros & Cons Of Epoxy Floor Coating

A worker using a trowel in spreading gray epoxy coating, Pros & Cons Of Epoxy Floor Coating

Over the past years, there’s been a surge in the popularity of epoxy floor coatings. You may have heard of it more frequently and wondered…

Are Basement Stair Walls Load-Bearing?

A basement stair with carpeted flooring and metal railing, Are Basement Stair Walls Load-Bearing?

Basement stair walls are what makes your basements accessible because this helps support your basement stairs. Have you ever wondered though if the walls supporting…

Basement Stairs Too Steep: How To Fix It

Staircase to basement room, Basement Stairs Too Steep: How To Fix It

Stairs are supposed to bridge vertical distances. Basement stairs also serve the same purpose. The bridging of the vertical distances is done by breaking the…

Can A Crawl Space Be Too Dry?

closed cell spray foam insulation in basement crawl space, Can A Crawl Space Be Too Dry?

Most crawl spaces tend to have higher relative humidity levels than the rest of the home. However, you may be wondering if a crawl space…