Sump Pump 101

Sump Pump Installation in South Dakota If your basement has a lot of water issues, the sump pump installation may be the best solution for you. Sump pumps are especially useful where there is regular flooding and basements are constantly wet. Rapid Foundation Repair can provide you with the best in sump pump installation, and repair. Sump pumps are used to remove the water that accumulates in the sump pit, usually found in the basement of the house. The water is then pumped into the ground away from the home. An aged sump pump can become unreliable and create moisture issues that … Read More

Recent Weather and the Effects on your Basement

Basement Waterproofing in South Dakota With the drastic weather changes here in South Dakota, it is important to keep in mind how they might affect your foundation. The moisture level of the soil under and around your home changes with the weather, expanding and contracting with the droughts and heavy rains. This can place unwanted pressure on your foundation, or cause it to move, shift, or crack. Water takes the path of least resistance, so when your foundation cracks, moisture is likely to seep into your foundation and basement. A damp basement is a perfect environment for mold and mildew … Read More

Dry Basement South Dakota

Steps to Keeping a Dry Basement The summer months are finally here. You know what that means: swimming, fireworks, and plenty of fun times to be had. But summer also brings lots of storms. With all the rain, your home is bound to get some water damage. Do not let a wet basement put a damper on your summer. Give us a call today. We will help you keep a dry basement, not only in the summer but throughout the entire year. Professionals Help You Keep a Dry Basement in South Dakota Many types of basement waterproofing can help you … Read More

Exterior Drainage Solutions in South Dakota

How Exterior Drainage can Save your Basement Summer is a time for celebration and fun, and for some can finally mean a break. In that aspect, summer is the best time of the year. Unfortunately, with all this summer fun, there is also a downside. Summer brings summer storms, and that can mean a leaky, wet basement. All the water from the rain comes from the outside of your home and leaks in. If you have a buildup of water around your home, you may not only have to deal with it around the outside of your home but the … Read More

Basement Waterproofing? SD Experts Can Help

Summer Storms Can Equal a Wet Basement It is that time of year again. Summer is here. Summer is great in South Dakota: swimming in the pool, the Fourth of July, fireworks, vacations, and lots of outside fun. With all the special celebrations and fun times to be had during the summer, you do not want to be bothered by a leaky, wet basement. When that summer season shows up, summer storms come along with it, and along with these storms, you are bound to encounter some foundation problems, such as a damp crawl space. Do not worry; Rapid Foundation … Read More

How to Choose the Correct Sump Pump

How to Choose the Correct Sump Pump Sump Pump Installation Do you suffer from flooding in your basement every time the heavy rains come? It’s a problem that many homeowners suffer from. Water damage is very hard to recover from because so many things can be destroyed by it. It can also cause moisture to hang around your home and cause major issues. When there is moisture stuck inside your home, you may not even be aware of it. The moisture could be building up in places that you may never even think about; for example, your crawl space. Moisture … Read More

How Are You Managing Your Water?

South Dakota Water Management Exterior and Interior Water Control Do you find yourself dealing with moisture buildup in your home? Is your living space humid during the summer months? If so, it might be time to explore both exterior and interior waterproofing methods. Many homeowners underestimate the importance of proper waterproofing systems, but failing to manage water effectively can lead to severe consequences for your health and your home’s structural integrity. The Dangers of Moisture Buildup When moisture accumulates in your home, it creates the perfect mold and mildew growth environment. These contaminants not only affect your air quality but … Read More