High water table basements in Anoka County
Why groundwater rises close to basement floors in much of the north metro, and how homes are set up to handle it.
Battery vs. water-powered sump pump backups
How the two main kinds of backup work, what each costs to own, and which fits a north metro home.
Spring thaw checklist for north metro basements
Ten quick checks to do before snowmelt so your basement stays dry through March and April.
What's causing that musty basement smell?
The usual sources of musty basement odors, how to tell dampness from a leak, and what actually fixes it.
Waterproof before you finish your basement
Why the time to fix water and humidity is before drywall and carpet go in, and what to check first.