Why you should have a Sump Pump in Cleveland

For many homeowners, a sump pump is out of sight so out of mind. Others mistakenly believe, too, that a sump pump’s function is to keep their basement dry. What a sump pump really does is to keep the water table around your structure below the level of the basement,...

How to Keep Your Cleveland Basement Dry in the Winter

Leaky basements not only smell and feel terrible, but they pose serious risks to the structure of your home...and even your health! Moisture in the walls and floors of your basement creates a breeding ground for all kinds of bacteria and mold.  These can give your home that "basement smell."...

Foundation Repair Services Near Cleveland

Foundation cracks can strike fear in any home or business owner, but there’s no need to panic.  Not all cracks spell significant trouble.   And for foundation cracks that do need attention, the crew at Sitework Developing is here to help. As foundation repair contractors, we have 30 years of...

What is a French Drain
What is a French Drain

May 14, 2020

Despite the fancy title, a French drain is simply a trench that is filled with gravel. It's designed to divert water to a new location. People often use French drains to help move water that pools in their yard away from the foundation of their home. If you have a...

How to Improve Yard Drainage

Understanding Common Causes of Standing Water DIY Solutions and When to Call the Experts Standing water in the backyard can ruin your plants, destroy your grass, and lead to flooding in your basement. Standing water can also lead to foundation woes.  As a result, you should address your yard drainage...

3 Tips on How to Keep Your Septic Tank Healthy

If your home has a septic system, every drop of water that goes down the drain goes through it.  Yet oftentimes, once septic tanks are buried underground, homeowners forget about them. However, your septic system is a living, giant organism.  It requires proper health checkups and the right diet in...

The Five Main Causes of Wet Basements

A wet basement is more than a nuisance. It equals lost living and storage space. Also, wet basement floors and walls can lead to mold growth and even foundation damage over time. We understand how overwhelming these issues may seem. If you're tempted to call a basement waterproofing company near...