Chimney Crown Repair vs. Chimney Flashing Repair: What Is Causing Your Leak?
Water appearing around a chimney does not automatically mean that the roof needs replacement. The leak may be caused by a cracked chimney crown, deteriorated flashing, damaged mortar joints, porous bricks or a missing chimney cap. Because these components are close together, water may enter in one location and appear somewhere else. A stain on […]
Basement Condensation vs. Water Leaks: How Boston Homeowners Can Tell the Difference
Finding water droplets, damp walls or a musty smell in your basement does not always mean groundwater is leaking through the foundation. The moisture may be condensation caused by humid air contacting cold basement surfaces. However, condensation and water intrusion can produce similar symptoms—and sometimes occur together. Boston and Cambridge basements are especially susceptible because […]
Bowing Basement Walls in Boston
A bowing basement wall is more than a cosmetic problem. It can indicate that pressure outside the foundation is pushing the wall inward, potentially weakening an important structural component of the home. Boston-area properties can be particularly vulnerable because of aging foundations, seasonal temperature changes, heavy rain, snowmelt, poor drainage and repeated soil movement. Older […]