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2. Basement waterproofing - Wikipedia

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   Water seepage in basement and crawl spaces usually occurs over long periods of time and can be caused by numerous factors. Concrete is one of the most commonly used materials in home construction. When pockets of air are not removed during construction, or the mixture is not allowed to cure properly, the concrete can crack, which allows water ...

3. 7 Landscaping Tips That Can Help Keep Water Out of Your ... - AOL

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   Landscaping to prevent water from damaging your home or flooding your basement is a smart strategy. Learn seven easy steps that everyone, from gardening newbies to seasoned pros, can try.

4. Does homeowners insurance cover water damage? - AOL

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   Seal showers and tubs to prevent water leakage. If you live in a cold climate, install an emergency pressure release valve to the plumbing system to prevent pipes from bursting during winter’s ...

5. Canal lining - Wikipedia

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   Seepage can result in losses of 30 to 50 percent of irrigation water from canals, so adding lining can make irrigation systems more efficient. Canal linings are also used to prevent weed growth, which can spread throughout an irrigation system and reduce water flow. Lining a canal can also prevent waterlogging around low-lying areas of the ...

6. Sump pump - Wikipedia

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   The water may enter via the perimeter drains of a basement waterproofing system funneling into the basin, or because of rain or natural ground water seepage if the basement is below the water table level. More generally, a "sump" is any local depression where water may accumulate.

7. Flashing (weatherproofing) - Wikipedia

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   Flashing refers to thin pieces of impervious material installed to prevent the passage of water into a structure from a joint or as part of a weather resistant barrier system. In modern buildings, flashing is intended to decrease water penetration at objects such as chimneys , vent pipes, walls, windows and door openings to make buildings more ...