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Have you ever wondered how you would escape your basement in the event of a fire or an emergency? Many homeowners have been trapped in their basement due to the inability to escape. Unfortunately, the number of incidents continues to rise, grabbing the attention of the nation. Most basements only have one entrance and exit, … Continue reading 6 Benefits of Egress Windows
Approach 1: Install Proper Gutters and Downspouts and Correct Grading Many basement water issues can be resolved by correcting the grading of the land around your home. In doing this, you will be rerouting the runoff to go away from your foundation. By adding extenders to your home gutters and downspouts, you will further the … Continue reading Five Approaches for Waterproofing Your Basement
What Causes Foundation, Basement, and Crawl Space Leaks? Your first sign of wetness in your home may be a musty odor coming from downstairs, or perhaps you now have a damp sock from stepping into wet carpeting. Your once-dry home is now being infiltrated by a leak somewhere in your foundation or coming up through … Continue reading Foundation, Basement & Crawl Space Leak Repair in Iowa & Nebraska
Making sure your basement is waterproofed before winter hits is important. When the snow and ice come this winter, it can cause serious issues to your home if you do not have proper waterproofing. If there is a crack in your foundation, the snow and ice will seep into the crack. When it gets into … Continue reading Basement Waterproofing Before Winter in Iowa
Radon Mitigation in Iowa Radon levels are high in some parts of the United States, especially in Iowa and Nebraska. High levels of radon could be dangerous and pose health concerns for homeowners. Since radon is odorless and colorless, it goes undetected for many years until homeowners develop lung cancer. The best way to combat … Continue reading New Homes in Iowa Require Radon Mitigation Systems
Iowa Egress Windows Laws and Compliance While there are not any strict state or federal definitions of what a bedroom is and what a bedroom requires, local governments of the Dallas, Madison, Polk, and Warren counties in Iowa agree that bedrooms have an egress window and a closet. The reason that the egress window is so … Continue reading When Am I Required to Have an Egress Window in My Iowa Home?
Quality Sump Pumps in Nebraska No one wants to deal with a flooded basement. That is why the team at Jerry’s Waterproofing provides residents of the Omaha, Nebraska area with sump pump installation and repair services. The sump pump is the component in the basement waterproofing system that helps to keep your possessions and your … Continue reading Sump Pump Quality – What to Look For
Basement Flooding Solutions in Iowa Because Iowa is located in the Midwest, it is prone to numerous thunderstorms and heavy rains throughout the spring and summer months. These storms can wreak havoc on your home in several ways, but one of the most significant problems that can result in basement flooding. If water starts to … Continue reading Basement Flooding in Iowa – Jerry’s Waterproofing Can Help
Egress Window Options in Iowa and Nebraska Here at Jerry’s Waterproofing, we offer egress window installation that will follow the IRC egress window requirements for both Iowa and Nebraska. We offer two different types of egress window products, and we can help you decide which one will be the best fit for your Iowa or … Continue reading Research Iowa and Nebraska Building Code for Egress Windows
Prevent Wet Basements in Nebraska and Iowa A dry basement is the key to a safe, healthy home. Wet, damp basements can become the perfect habitat for mold growth and insect infestation. Water also compromises the home’s structure by causing wood rot and foundation issues. Investing in a resilient waterproofing membrane and drainage board can … Continue reading Waterproofing Membrane for your New Home