Winter may be cold, but it doesn’t mean your basement needs to be! With drastic weather changes, holidays, storms, and more to think about during winter, it can be easy to forget about your basement. After all, it is below your feet and somewhere you …
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The holiday season is a magical time—family gatherings, cozy evenings by the fire, and snow-covered New England landscapes. But while the season brings joy, it also comes with challenges for homeowners. From frozen pipes to unexpected basement flooding, the holidays demand extra vigilance to keep …
Read Full ArticleWhat Is A Rim Joist Introduction Welcome to the world of home construction and maintenance, where even the smallest details play a crucial role in the overall integrity of your house. Today, we’re diving into the often-overlooked but essential component known as the rim joist. …
Read Full ArticleHello and welcome to Spring! Yesterday was the first day of Spring and wouldn’t you know it, we received 2-7 inches of snow throughout various parts of New England. This new snow has all but disappeared and melted away. Did you know that …
Read Full ArticleHappy 20th Anniversary to Us! This year, we are proud to be celebrating our 20th year in the basement business. In 1996, Rescon opened its doors to specialize in the commercial concrete restoration and waterproofing industry. Our company name is derived from the term “REStoration of CONcrete”. …
Read Full ArticleHere are a few clever ways to decorate the basement stairs for Halloween. Â If you’re running out of time, Â these simple ideas can be put together quickly and with little shopping for materials to be done; except for the giant spiders and hands of …
Read Full ArticleYesterday, 28 October 2015, we were happy to take part in Angie’s List ProConvo event on Twitter. In case you missed it, the topic was Fall Maintenance. Many contractors contributed to discussion and answered questions that ranged from “when is a good time to hire …
Read Full ArticleFall is a good time to take care of big home repair projects before shorter days (and in many areas, ice and snow) make outdoor work too difficult. If you do live in an area with cold winters, take some time this fall to boost …
Read Full ArticleIf your bulkhead or cellar door is old and leaky, maintaining a healthy basement environment becomes more difficult. Water and moisture may enter through small cracks or compromised joints and mechanisms. This could lead to mold and mildew and air that is not healthy …
Read Full ArticleAccording to Realtor.com, the busiest seasons for buying and selling a home are the Spring and the Summer. When you think about it, it makes sense; packing up and moving a house is much easier when the weather is warm and sunny. If you are …
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