McConnell Basement Waterproofing
Wet basement
Before
Converting a damp cellar or basement can be a surprisingly inexpensive way of increasing living space and can substantially increase the value of a property.Putting money into fixing your wet basement is one of the smartest investments you can make. This is because you will be penalized as much as 10% of the value of your home when you go to sell it, if it sells at all.!! As an example, if your home is worth $130,000, and you can only sell it for 90% of the value, thats a $13,000 reduction.With an investment of $3,500 in a basement waterproofing system, you can save $9500.00! This investment gives you one of the best returns available In addition, while you occupy the house, you won't have damaged stored items, appliances and finishings and all the costs and inconvenience associated with having a wet basement.Invest Wisely. Invest In Your Own Home!
A whole new room
After
There are many possibilities, a play room for the children, a family room, a summer kitchen, a wet bar for entertaining etc. The ideas are endless.
Refinished basements
- How to turn your unfinished basement into a bright, comfortable living space you can enjoy for years to come
- How to turn your unfinished basement into a bright, comfortable living space you can enjoy for years to come. With lots of pictures I'll show you how to design a great basement.
My modules
- Wet basement
- A whole new room
- Refinished basements
- Basement waterproofing
- Squidoo Charity Fund
- We welcome your opinion, let us know what you think.
- Do it right and do it once
- Dry basement science
- Reparing a concrete wall
- Bookmark This Lens
- Better Business Bureau Online
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Basement waterproofing
Basement waterproofing
Waterproof or water-resistant describes objects unaffected by water or resisting water passage, or which are covered with a material that resists or does not allow water passage. Such items may be used in wet environments or under water. Waterproofing describes making an object waterproof or water-resistant.
The hulls of boats and ships were once waterproofed by applying tar or pitch. Modern items may be waterproofed by applying water-repellent coatings or by sealing seams with gaskets or O-rings.
In construction, a building or structure is waterproofed with the use of membranes to protect contents underneath or within as well as protecting structural integrity. The waterproofing of the building envelope in construction specifications is under '07 - Thermal and Moisture' protection and includes roofing material as well as waterproofing materials.
Waterproofing is used in reference to building structures (basements, decks, flat roofs, wet areas, etc.), watercraft, canvas, clothing and paper (e.g., milk and juice cartons).
Squidoo Charity Fund
The Squidoo Charity Fund has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for charity. Thanks to the Squidoo community, we've built schools in Cambodia, given underprivileged classrooms computers and software, funded important reseach against Juvenile Diabetes
We welcome your opinion, let us know what you think.
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- nancydmcconnell nancydmcconnell May 4, 2009 @ 1:21 pm
- Thank you Colleen, I appreciate you. :)
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- cgainey303 cgainey303 May 4, 2009 @ 5:40 am
- We're in construction too! Beautiful lens...well done! 5 stars! I better put one together for our company!
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- Uncle Jim Uncle Jim May 2, 2009 @ 5:40 pm | in reply to RJ
- You forgot to rate my lens, lol.
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- RJ RJ Apr 30, 2009 @ 7:03 pm
- Nice page Uncle Jim... seen the link on Nancy's Facebook page and thought I would check it out. Every time we go to the mall and pass your trucks, my moms always say theres Grandma's brothers truck lol. Devon always says theres the Irish guy lol
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- nancydmcconnell nancydmcconnell Apr 25, 2009 @ 8:45 pm
- I love the info. Jim, good job. 5*
Do it right and do it once
Why drywall is not good for your basement
- YouTube - Why drywalls are bad for your basement
- This video covers why drywalls are bad for your basement. If you're finishing your basement, do it right, do it once... use McConnell basement system.
Dry basement science
What to have done and why.
- Amazon.com: Dry Basement Science: What to Have Done... And Why: Lawrence Janesky: Books
- Amazon.com: Dry Basement Science: What to Have Done... And Why: Lawrence Janesky: Books
Reparing a concrete wall
repair a crack in basement wall
- YouTube - How to Repair a Concrete Foundation Crack
- Mark Donovan of HomeAdditionPlus.com shows how to repair a concrete foundation crack in this video.
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Better Business Bureau Online
BBB
I am proud to say I have been a member of the BBB for many years.You may contact them if you wish. I welcome all new customers to check out my reputation first before signing a proposal, this should always be done before signing any contract.
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Flooding
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