Recent content by AngieL

Would thee be a problem with the foundation cracking if water seeps in then freezes because it can't get out? My guess is that it's not that big a worry here - it never gets that cold in the winter...

The basement of my 1942 home in Portland, Oregon is in what might politely be called 'sub-optimal' shape. Lots of moisture here and the walls aren't in great shape. I realize that the problem is only really solved through serious excavation and treatment from the outside or raising the house and...