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Q. I've enjoyed reading your column ever since I bought my house. Recently, you recommended against painting cinder blocks unless one is absolutely sure that there is no chance of water penetration.

When necessary, sealing work in the house is a vital operation for keeping the building inside and out and may prevent various problems. Professional sealing can prevent damage from leaks and moisture ...

I noticed that I have a crack running down my cinder block basement wall. Most of the cracks follow the joints of the blocks except for one, which split one block in half. I temporarily sealed couple ...

This story is sponsored by Aquatech – Basement Waterproofing Toronto. The very last thing that anybody ever wants to deal with is a leaky basement or a cracked foundation. Neglecting to address ...

Imagine yourself walking into your basement after a long time, and as you scan the walls, the first thing you see is a large crack, begging for attention. Although you may think this is a good time to ...