Q: I live on a low-lying lot. My crawl space is always wet, even though I have a dehumidifier and a sump pump down there. People have suggested I use French drains; one said exterior ones, another ...

Basements are untapped resources in many homes. You can finish a basement, transforming it into a living room, home office, teen's bedroom, or a dream entertainment room or home gym. You can even turn ...

Now that we’re at the peak of hurricane season and possible relentless rainstorms, it might be a good time to make sure your basement is completely waterproofed. Basement waterproofing is essential, ...

French drains are the perfect way to improve drainage in your yard. They hide pipes under elegant gravel, providing a landscaped method of moving dangerous standing water off your lawn and away from ...

Are you wondering whether your French drain project needs a permit from the building department? Unfortunately, there's no clear-cut answer, since the regulations vary based on where you live. However ...

If the phrase “a river runs through it” doesn’t conjure up the beautiful sights and melodious sounds of a nearby river, you may have a water problem. If your image is a swampy, saturated swath of ...

Under a sweeping federal law that goes into effect today, indoor pools in the Poconos and around the country could be forced to close unless new anti-drowning drain covers are installed. The rules ...