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Wesley Weisberg Seeking Advice, Mold, Former Tenant Suing
13 March 2024 | 7 replies
Mold was caused by shallow groundwater/excessive rain last winter.
Robert S. Standing water in yard and window well
30 April 2024 | 13 replies
Once you know the reason(s), for the flooding, then you'll be able to figure out a solution.I'd also strongly suggest that you don't re-finish the basement until you've determined the cause of the flooding and fixed the problem (last thing you want is to re-finish the basement, and have it all ruined again by another flood).I'd suggest first watching some videos on youtube on flooding, drainage, groundwater, french drains, sump systems, water catchment systems, etc, just to give you a better understanding on what can cause flooding, and what types of fixes might work. 
Brook W. Foundation Problems 101 -- Buying a Place With a Foundation Problem
16 September 2020 | 32 replies
If it's a simple issue or something where we don't require a formal write-up, it could be $125-200.Then I'll bring in the specialists to get bids.If the problem is solved by putting up beams (bowing walls, typically), I'll bring in my foundation company who specializes in putting up beams and installing drain tile (the bowing issue is generally related to too much ground water pressing against the foundation, and the long term fix is to keep the water out).
Matt Smith Add 2nd water heater for a 4+ bedroom STR?
27 February 2023 | 13 replies
The fact you are in Florida with a much higher ground water temperature makes it a no brainer.
Account Closed Arizona Has Run Out of Water - Divert Columbia River to AZ
19 May 2022 | 41 replies
Capture the water that is falling, and try to reintroduce it into the groundwater system through mother nature's own faculties.
Kyle Curtin Always install a sump pump in your basements? 🤔
21 March 2023 | 6 replies
A regular homeowners policy would not normally cover the damage due to ground water seeping in. 
Aaryan Patel If you could go back in time??
15 July 2022 | 35 replies
Personally, I spend significant time looking for foundation issues, significant settling or structural issues, and indicators of previous flooding (particularly flooding caused by groundwater rising up from underneath the slab)--these issues are usually deal-breakers for me.
Jay Martinez Restoring in Lake County
10 January 2016 | 4 replies
The Indian tribe there has consequence and I would be concerned for the quality of the ground water in the immediate vicinity.
Rachel Kenyon Duplex plugged septic drain - who's responsible?
12 May 2023 | 7 replies
Food can clump together and cause clogs.Facial Cleaning Pads – Thicker than toilet paper and thus can cause problems.Dental Floss – NOT biodegradableHair – Clogs pipes in no time.Dirt – Dump it outside, not in the toilet.Dryer Sheets – Made out of synthetic materials, not biodegradable.Prescription Medicines – Destroys bacteria and contaminates groundwater.