Having firewood close by, protected from rain and outside elements, can seem like a good idea. More importantly, it increases your comfort and eliminates the need to go outside and get it. But is it really a good idea to store firewood in my basement? Storing firewood in a basement is not advisable because it … Read more
You have spent significant money to finish your basement finally, and naturally, you expect that space to be included in the square footage when you sell the house. Most people assume that finished basement space is included in square footage. I hate to tell you that you may be in for a surprise. In general, … Read more
Basements are prone to humidity, and sometimes it can be hard to get rid of it. Fortunately, there are ways to manage humidity without a dehumidifier. Some of the ways to eliminate humidity in the basement include plants, silica gel, container desiccant, charcoal, baking soda, salt, ventilators, and cat litter. Other possibilities are to divert … Read more
Adding square footage to your home can be done without expanding the main house. If you are lucky enough to have a basement, you can use it for various purposes. By adding a bit of drywall and flooring, you may quickly get a guest bedroom or an office, but not before adding an egress window … Read more
If you have been reading my blog, you probably know that my wife and I built a new house in Delaware in March 2020. One of the first things the builder told us is that we should put a dehumidifier in the basement. He actually repeated this on various occasions. He said it is not … Read more