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Winter Construction: Avoid Future Foundation Repairs with New Waterproofing Information

New information on www.ConcreteNetwork.com explores the needs and benefits of waterproofing concrete foundations in residential and commercial settings to avoid future foundation repairs.

Calimesa, CA October 13, 2011 – Winterize home and commercial foundations with waterproofing techniques that can save thousands in costly foundation repair needs. New information has been published on the proper way to waterproof concrete foundations for the upcoming winter season.

From the first line of defense in treating ground surfaces, to incorporating adequate drainage, and installing waterproofing and dampproofing coatings, these easy-to-read articles contain helpful information for safeguarding consumer investments.

According to www.ConcreteNetwork.com, besides fire, foundation problems are the worst thing that can happen to a residential structure, with water being reported as the number one cause of foundations problems.

Get tips on how to properly treat ground surfaces with grading, backfills and rain gutters. Read and learn about waterproofing methods versus dampproofing methods, and making a decision on which to use.

Explore the benefits of installing adequate drainage with foundation drains and drainage boards. It's important to also consider the landscaping and drainage that surrounds the structure. Get more solutions for homesite drainage at www.LandscapingNetwork.com.

Waterproofing concrete foundations is an important step in protecting any structure, and mistakes can prove disastrous. For more information on the causes of foundation failure and foundation repair methods, visit www.FoundationRepairNetwork.com.

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Established in 1999, www.ConcreteNetwork.com educates consumers, builders, and contractors on popular decorative techniques and applications. These include stamped concrete, stained concrete, concrete countertops, polished concrete, and much more. Over 12 million people visited The Concrete Network website in 2010 to research, get ideas and to find a contractor.

The site connects buyers with local concrete contractors through its Find a Contractor service. The service provides visitors with a list of decorative concrete contractors throughout the U.S. and Canada, and is fully searchable by more than 20 types of decorative concrete work.

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