Dry ideas for wet basements: effective methods for keeping water out of your basement
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Damp basements are often caused by moisture in the soil. This can be corrected by waterproofing, but a less expensive method would be to channel the water away from the house. The checking and remodeling of drain systems and collection systems are discussed, along with the use of a sump pump.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1995
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Predicting moisture problems with your PC
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Moisture buildup in homes can cause structural and even health hazards, but a software program, called 'Moist,' from the Building and Fire Research Laboratory of the National Institute of Standards and Technology can help lessen moisture risk in new construction.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1995
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Keeping your lawn disease free
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Most lawn diseases are caused by a fungi that can often be overcome by changing one's watering, mowing or lawn-feeding practices. Advice for preventing, identifying and solving fungal problems is provided.
Publication Name: Home Mechanix
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 8755-0423
Year: 1996
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