Tag Archives: gutters

Dry Then, Wet Now. Why?

Posted on July 20, 2011 by welmoed

The basement was dry at the time of the inspection; why is it getting wet now? I got a call the other day from a client whose house I inspected a few weeks ago. She was upset because there was … Continue reading →

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Fall Maintenance and Winter Prep: Your “Honey Do” List

Posted on October 26, 2010 by welmoed

The falling temperatures are telling us it’s time to prepare for winter weather. You can take care of all of these chores in a single weekend, then relax knowing you’re ready for the cold! Drain Outside Faucets Turn off the … Continue reading →

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Rain, Rain, Stay Out of My Basement!

Posted on September 30, 2010 by welmoed

Tropical Storm Nicole is brushing past Maryland today, and many people are experiencing basement flooding as a result. Any basement can flood, given the “right” conditions. To keep the water out, you need to think about controlling its path as … Continue reading →

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The Rain in the Drain Stays Mainly… Where?

Posted on July 10, 2010 by Bob

Is the rainwater flowing through your gutters and into your downspouts really going where you think it is? Often during Home Inspections, or home checkups, I explain to my clients that I can only surmise where the water from the … Continue reading →

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