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Tag: Basement Waterproofing

How WaterGuard® Helps Manage Iron Ochre

Posted on by James Kershaw
Sump pump system affected by iron ochre contamination
How WaterGuard® Helps Manage Iron Ochre Orange Slime in Your Basement? WaterGuard® Can Help Orange slime around your sump pump is more than an unpleasant mess. It may be iron ochre, a sticky buildup that can collect inside basement drains, cover sump pump components, and gradually restrict water flow.The WaterGuard® Iron Ochre System provides an […]

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Does Home Insurance Cover Earthquakes?

Posted on by James Kershaw
seismic alert for earthquake readiness
Recently, an earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5 occurred 135 miles west of Bandon, Oregon. It reminded Oregonians about the fact that being located in the Pacific Northwest implies certain risks of earthquakes and their consequences. Luckily, this earthquake didn’t cause any damage nor trigger any tsunami alert. But it raises a legitimate concern for […]

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Who Is Responsible for Pulling Building Permits in Washington State?

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Historic home in Portland, Oregon.
When planning a home renovation or construction project in Washington, whether in Yakima, Tacoma, Vancouver, or growing areas like Bellevue and Olympia, permits and inspections are essential to ensure work is completed safely and up to code. While the process can feel time-consuming, it plays a critical role in protecting your home and long-term investment. Why […]

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How to Compare Contractor Quotes

Posted on by James Kershaw
Wet basement? Moisture or flooding is a sign you need to talk to a waterproofing specialist
Case StudyComparingContractor QuotesSide-by-Side You’ve done your homework, you’ve read the reviews, and you’ve lined up estimate appointments with a few of the top rated foundation and waterproofing contractors near you to get their professional opinion. But why are contractor quotes so hard to understand? What should I consider when comparing basement waterproofing contractors?  We’ll answer these […]

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5 Step In-Home Structural Health Checklist

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The Portland Homeowners’ 5-Step In-HomeStructural Health Checklist We all know the PNW drill: pouring rain, sunny day, back to rain, repeat. While we’re staying dry, our foundations are battling the elements 24/7. This “Structural Health Checklist” will help you do a simple annual home checkup, to catch small problems before they become big ones. Self-CaRE […]

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Why Your Crawl Space or Basement Leaks When it Rains

Posted on by James Kershaw
Wet basement interior showing standing water and moisture on walls and floor.
HOMEOWNER TIPS Why Your Crawl Space or Basement Leaks When It Rains Learn why heavy Pacific Northwest rain can lead to basement and crawl space leaks, how water pressure develops around your foundation, and what homeowners can do about recurring water intrusion. Living in Oregon or Washington means living with rain—sometimes a lot of it. […]

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5 Red Flags to Look For in Your Home After Washington’s Extreme Flooding

Posted on by James Kershaw
TerraFirma specialist installing a sump pump as part of a complete foundation waterproofing system
Don’t let hidden moisture become a crisis. Learn how to spot sump pump failures, new cracks, and musty odors after the rain stops. Tacoma, WA – Living in Western Washington, we’re no strangers to rain. But the recent atmospheric river was a different beast. When that much water hits our clay-heavy soils, the ground becomes […]

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Foundation Waterproofing Isn’t Waterproofing

Posted on by James Kershaw
TerraFirma specialist installing a sump pump as part of a complete foundation waterproofing system
When homeowners hear the phrase foundation waterproofing, it’s easy to imagine a coating or seal that permanently blocks water from ever entering the home. In reality, that’s not how foundations — or water — work.At TerraFirma, we help homeowners across Oregon and Washington protect their crawl spaces, basements, and foundations from water damage. What we […]

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Seasons are a’changin.

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Seasons are a'changin. When the rain comes, protect your home with TerraFirma
Seasons are a’changin. As soon as the rain stops in spring TerraFirma starts fixing concrete. When the rain starts again we turn more to waterproofing. And the rains are coming. The Hidden Risks of a Wet Basement You’ve probably seen our commercials for lifting concrete. Our concrete services help you extend the life of your […]

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