Expert Tips, Guides, and Articles for a Safe, Dry Home
Welcome to the Moisture Loc Info Center — your go-to resource for expert tips, guides, and insights on protecting your home from water damage, foundation issues, and crawl space problems. Learn how to keep your home safe, dry, and healthy year-round.
New Construction Foundation Waterproofing
Every strong home begins with a solid foundation — and a properly waterproofed one. New construction foundation waterproofing is one of the most effective ways to ensure that new homes remain dry, mold-free, and structurally sound for years to come. At Moisture Loc,…
What Does Crawlspace and Basement Mold Look Like?
Although mold is a natural part of our environment, it becomes a problem when it grows indoors and releases mold spores into the air. Although there are no EPA regulations or standards for airborne mold contaminants, the CDC and the World Health Organization…
Different types of interior drainage | Crawl space drainages
Crawl Space Drainage Systems Water in your crawl space has a direct impact on building longevity and health. In order to improve the integrity and air quality of your home, it’s essential to install the right kind of drainage system. There are multiple drainage…
Should You Worry About Cracks In Your House’s Foundation?
Foundation Cracks Owning a home is a significant financial and emotional investment for anyone. When problems occur in your home, they are often accompanied by feelings of helplessness and anxiety. This is especially true when it comes to the building’s foundation,…
Common Reasons Foundation Cracks Appear
Homes are built to withstand most of what nature can throw at them. But, over time, they start to show signs of age and wear and tear. One of the key places you’ll see signs of aging is your home’s foundation. Cracks in your house foundation can be cause for concern….
Causes of Mold In Crawl Spaces | How to prevent & kill mold
Mold in Crawl Spaces Mold in any part of your home is unhealthy and damaging to your property. If you find mold under your house or mold in a crawl space, you want to deal with it promptly to avoid further problems. In this post, we’ll take a look at black mold, white…
Putting Off Home Foundation Repair: Costs and Consequences
If you have an older home or are planning on buying an older home, having the foundation inspected is vital. Home foundation repair is critical to keeping an older home in good condition. Whether the home is settling due to poor construction, shifting soil, or…
Everything You Need to Know About the Benefits and Drawbacks of Crawl Space Encapsulation
If dirty, dark and damp are the words you think about when you consider your crawlspace, it’s easy to ignore these locations in your home. Unfortunately, when you ignore your crawlspace, you can end up with a really dark situation, with summer’s heat or winter’s cold,…
What are the Benefits of a Residential Sump Pump?
If you have issues with your basement flooding during and following storms, you’re not alone. A lot of the Charlotte area has issues with proper foundation drainage, which can lead to leakage and flooding if left unattended. Though we always recommend having your…
Keep it Dry: 6 Tips for Waterproofing Basement Walls
How much does it cost to waterproof a basement? There are many issues to consider if you’re considering basement waterproofing solutions. Below-ground construction means there’s a strong potential for water infiltration, which is why you may notice your basement walls…
The Many Benefits of Utilizing Helical Piers
Whether you’re building a new home or business, or if you’re facing foundation problems with your structure, one option that many people are not familiar with is helical footings. Often falling in the purview of engineers and architects designing the structure,…
Top 10 Warning Signs that You’ve Got Foundation Issues
Foundation issues can cause serious problems for your home. But many of the signs of foundation issues are fairly tame. Are brick cracks or basement wall cracks no big deal, or is it a sign of larger foundation problems? What about issues with window or door frames…