Foundation Fundamentals: A North Carolina Guide to Slab vs. Crawl Space

Discover the best foundation for your North Carolina home with our guide comparing slab and crawl space options. Learn the advantages, including cost-effectiveness and energy efficiency, and consider important factors like climate, soil, and budget. Get expert advice from Dry Otter Waterproofing for a solid, durable home foundation.

Efflorescence: Is It a Threat to Your Basement and Health?

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You and your family may have become blind to the abstract, white powdery mural on the inside of your basement walls. But I bet when the inquisitive neighbor child visits, they ask. You never cared to look it up but her question just won’t leave your mind alone. A quick Google search results in an answer… “efflorescence”. But what exactly is efflorescence? Does it mean it’s bubbly like your midnight Alka-Seltzer? No. That is ‘effervescent’. Does it mean it glows under a black light? No. That is ‘fluorescent’…