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With years of experience and knowledge, the team at Dry Otter knows a thing or two about keeping homes healthy. And now, we want to pass on what we’ve learned on to you, our customer, so that you can keep up to date on keeping your home safe and healthy.
basement with water coming in through floor

Why Water Seeps Through Your Basement Floor & How to Fix It

Read to find out exactly why water seeps into your basement! It doesn't have to be that way, so we'll educate about how it can be repaired and prevented from

Understanding and Solving Basement Moisture Problems

Go down in the basement seldomly enough and you'll be sure to notice a dampness and musty smell. Any underground space has that potential. We'll explain why it happens.
id and treat types of mold in your cs

Identifying and Treating Different Types of Mold in Your Crawl Space

Mold comes in so many colors and textures! It's hard to know which ones are scary and which ones are just some musty mildew.
What to do about wet insulation in your crawl space

What to Do About Wet Insulation in Your Crawl Space

Wet insulation is about as good as wet cotton candy. Don't let it ruin your foundation!
effective solutions for repairing bowing basement walls

Effective Solutions for Repairing Bowing Basement Walls

The pressure of the dirt on the other side of a bowing basement wall can seem like an insurmountable force. But there is one solution is much stronger...
Why basement waterproofing is a bad idea

Why Basement Waterproofing Paint May Not Be the Best Solution

When someone notices they have a basement leak they rush out, buy sealing paint, and paint their basement walls. Read to find out why this doesn't work!
How to Safely Remove and Prevent Mold in Your Crawl Space

How to Safely Remove and Prevent Mold in Your Crawl Space

Prevent mold by reducing the humidity of the crawl space with a dehumidifier, paired with a vapor barrier or encapsulation, and regularly checking the home and crawl space for any
How to remove efflorescence in a crawl space

How to Remove Efflorescence from Your Crawl Space Walls

Efflorescence is more than a cosmetic problem—the signs of efflorescence point to a water intrusion issue that should never be overlooked.
door stuck open due to foundation issues

How Foundation Issues Can Cause Window and Door Gaps

Read about why exactly your windows and doors become hard to open and shut over time if your foundation is shifting.