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Back-Up Sump Pumps and New Jersey Hurricanes (in New Providence-Berkeley Heights Patch)

The system can run for up to ten continuous hours of pumping and move a total of over 12,000 gallons, which translates to almost a week of backup protection under normal pump cycling.

What NJ Moms need to know about Black Mold (in Millburn-Short Hills Patch)

Our Moms taught us that the answer to mold problems has always been bleach. “Spray it on, cover your eyes, hold your breath and run away from the toxic fumes.”

Asthma and Basements (in Chatham Patch)

The E-Z Breathe Ventilation System is a whole house ventilation system that expels the dampest, most humid & contaminated air from your basement to the outside

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D-I-Y Mold Testing and Mold Remediation (in New Providence-Berkeley Heights Patch)

The test is a simple but effective one. It’s done with a mold test stick – it’s a plastic tube that encases a cotton swab. At the top is a plastic vial in a bulb shape.

Are Basement Wall and Floor Cracks a Problem? (in Summit Patch)

While a Non-Structural Crack is not threatening the integrity of the foundation, it is still a problem because it can be letting in water, moisture and/or soil gas.

What pressure is needed to run a water powered sump pump? (in Millburn-Short Hills Patch)

The water powered sump pump uses 1 gallon of city water to pump 2 gallons out of the pit, and then all 3 are discharged from the house.

Can a French Drain Lower the Water Table Under the House? (in Westfield Patch)

The water table varies greatly from region to region and depends on what your house is built on.

Are Carbon Fiber Straps Visible After the Foundation Repair? (in Chatham Patch)

The carbon fiber Kevlar system is designed to be smooth so that when it is painted over it blends right into the wall.

5 French Drain Sales Tactics to Avoid in New Jersey (in Millburn-Short Hills Patch)

Some basement waterproofing companies sell French Drains and sump pumps with sales tactics that consumers should be aware of so they can avoid such companies.

Low Pressure Injection for Foundation Crack Repair (in New Providence-Berkeley Heights Patch)

Low pressure injection is a form of crack repair that is used for non-structural cracks to protect against water seepage and soil gas intrusion.