You work hard to make sure your home is a safe haven for your family. But not all home hazards are easy to spot, and many can be deadly if they remain undetected. We’ve put together a list of 5 common, but hidden, dangers that could be lurking in your home and some tips on how you can eliminate or prevent them.
6 Surprising Uses for Your Sump Pump
By: | Published May 26, 2016
The humble sump pump – odds are, you never think about it, that is unless it stops working. Then it becomes the most important thing on your mind. You probably know that a sump pump’s primary job is to keep your basement water-free. They’re typically submerged in a shallow well – called a sump basin – in the lowest spot of the area. As the outside groundwater seeps downward through drains or by natural flow, it’s directed to the crock. When the water rises to a certain level, a float switch triggers the sump pump to activate, pumping the water through drains away from the house, leaving you with a dry, livable area.
The Long-Term Cost of Water Damage in Your Home
By: | Published April 28, 2016
Cleaning up after a basement flood is never easy. You can spend hours or days pumping, mopping, bleaching, and filling your trash cans. Even when you think it’s over, water can still be causing damage. After a flood, your basement needs to be checked for water seepage, cracked foundation, and visible damage. If your basement is not properly cleaned and repaired after a flood, the money you save now is inconsequential compared to these three long-term costs you could face in the months and years to come.
On the Road with Team EverDry: April 30th – May 1st
By: | Published April 26, 2016
Team EverDry is always on the move! Find out if where we’ll be this weekend.
Tiffin Flea Market
Saturday, April 30th & Sunday, May 1st
Seneca County Fairground
Free admission and parking!
Open Saturday 9AM to 4PM and Sunday 9AM to 3PM
Rain or Shine!
EverDry Gives Back – Will Jonsson’s Story
By: | Published April 15, 2016
By Nicole Jonsson
Will was born six weeks early by emergency C-section on a cloudy spring day. His delivery was so urgent that his father didn’t make it to the hospital in time. He weighed only 3lb 10oz – a preemie.
Conquer Basement Clutter with These Top 5 Spring Cleaning Tips
By: | Published March 29, 2016
Is this the year you’re going to tackle basement organization? Don’t go in without a plan. The hardest part of cleaning and organizing your basement is often just getting started. This is an out-of-sight, out-of-mind zone, which can easily turn into your personal warehouse stacked high with who knows what. Where do you start? With a plan, some elbow grease, and these top 5 basement spring cleaning tips.
Join Team EverDry at the 26th Annual Ann Arbor Home, Garden & Lifestyle Show
By: | Published March 18, 2016
With the first day of spring coming this Sunday, now is the perfect time to start thinking about awakening your home from its winter hibernation. Remodeling, gardening, and deep cleaning are just a few of things that are at the forefront of every homeowner’s mind.
DIY Basement Waterproofing: Tips and Things to Consider
By: | Published February 22, 2016
With networks like HGTV and the DIY Network, everyone is a self-proclaimed “Do-It-Yourselfer.” Depending on the size, scale and complexity of a project, the DIY approach can be a great solution. Not only can DIY projects save you money, but they also give homeowners a sense of pride and personal investment in their home. On the flip side, a DIY project gone bad can cause homeowners great devastation.
How Freezing Pipes Can Damage Your Foundation
By: | Published January 27, 2016
Remember last year’s polar vortex? Thanks to El Nino, this season’s mild winter has made the arctic blasts we’ve endured the past few years a distant, frigid memory. But that doesn’t mean you should become complacent about the possibility of foundation damage from frozen pipes. Even when your pipes are completely frozen, you should still be concerned. A freeze-thaw cycle – like the ones we’ve been experiencing all season – can take its toll on your home and can lead to expensive plumbing and foundation repairs.
Basement Party Ideas: Turn Your Basement into a Party Palace!
By: | Published December 28, 2015
Want to host a New Year’s Eve party at your house this year, but aren’t sure how to pull it off? The solution is right under your feet: your basement! Whether finished or unfinished, your basement is a goldmine of party possibilities if utilized properly and we’ve got 5 easy tips to help you plan basement party ideas so your guests have the best New Year’s Eve ever.
