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Water Coming Through a Basement Wall Crack? 6 Tips to Clean Up and Help Prevent Future Leaks
Discovering water coming through a crack in your basement wall can be stressful. Whether it’s a small puddle or water spreading across the floor, acting quickly can help limit damage to your belongings and your basement.

5 Things Homeowners Should Check Before the Next Round of Rain
Repeated rainfall can saturate the soil surrounding a home’s foundation. As more water accumulates in the ground, it can expose drainage problems and find pathways into basements through cracks, joints and other vulnerable areas.

How to Sell a House With Foundation Problems in the Omaha Area
Thinking about selling a house with foundation problems as-is? Here’s what actually happens to your sale price, buyer pool, and closing, and why fixing it first works better.

Signs of a Sinking Foundation and What Sioux City Area Homeowners Should Do
Notice wall cracks, sticking doors, or uneven floors? Learn what causes a sinking foundation and how BDB Foundation Repair fixes it for good.

BDB Foundation Repair Named #1 for Foundation Repair in Omaha
BDB Foundation Repair was voted #1 in Omaha’s Choice Awards. Trusted for foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, and structural repairs in Omaha and eastern Nebraska.

How to Choose the Right Foundation Repair Company in Nebraska Homes
Cracks creeping up a basement wall. Doors that won’t latch the way they used to. A musty smell that won’t

Why Is There Water in My Basement After Heavy Rain?
Basement water intrusion after heavy rain is one of the most common calls we receive, and it’s one of the most misunderstood problems homeowners face.

White Powder on Basement Walls: Efflorescence or White Mold?
If you’ve noticed a white, chalky, powder-like substance on your basement walls, it’s easy to assume it’s mold. But there

Basement Dehumidifier Basics: Size, Location, and Effectiveness
Need a dehumidifier? Get the right size, place it correctly, and also understand when a dehumidifier alone is not enough to solve the problem.