Blogs by Basement Systems Dealers

Staff Helping with Kent County Public Schools Changes by Green Home Spaces

With the recent changes being made to Kent County Schools, and the pending consolidation, the children of staff members Carrie & Jay Douthit are directly affected. Their daughter and son are both in middle school, and the consolidation is directly affecting middle schoolers. Carrie has been asked to serve as a parent representative on the Middle School Consolidation Scheduling Committee. This committee will be working to consolidate the three middle schools into one middle school, and determining the best daily schedule to incorporate the required state courses. Carrie will be updating this site as informtation about the committee's work becomes available.

Crawl Space Solutions of Arkansas Receives Bid to CleanSpace Arkansas Health Services Building by Crawl Space Solutions of Arkansas

Crawl Space Solutions of Arkansas has recently received the bid to install CleanSpace in one of the Arkansas Health Services Buildings in Benton, Arkansas. This building is scheduled for environmental renovation, including asbestos removal and the installation of CleanSpace in the massive crawl space.

CleanSpace and SmartSumps were specifically required for this renovation by the architect and are only available through a CleanSpace Dealer from the Basement Systems Network. Crawl Space Solutions of Arkansas is such a dealer and was specifically chosen by Controlled Environmental Solutions Inc. for their expertise and experience in Closed Crawl Space Systems, or Crawl Space Encapsulation Systems, as they are sometimes called.

Although this job is a large industrial project, this same system is installed in many homes in Arkansas with moisture problems. The system consists of four basic elements, including a commercial grade vapor retarder with a 25 year warranty, a leading edge sump pump system with patented safety features, an energy star rated dehumidification system, and several components to completely seal the crawl space from the outside air, including crawl space doors, vent covers, and other air sealing features.

If you have a damp, smelly crawl space, Crawl Space Solutions of Arkansas can provide you with a free written crawl space estimate!

Badger Basement Systems Donates to Jefferson County WI Habitat for Humanity by Badger Basement Systems

Fort Atkinson, WI - Badger Basement Systems, Inc. has recently donated basement replacement windows, casement egress windows, egress window wells with covers, sump pump liners, and sump pump discharge hoses to a local charity.

The cause? The Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity ReStore. The ReStore is located at 1525 Summit Drive, Unit 2, Fort Atkinson, WI. (Next to St. Vincent DePaul)

Habitat ReStores are retail outlets where quality used and surplus building materials are sold at a fraction of normal prices. Proceeds from ReStores are used to help local affiliates fund the construction of Habitat homes within the community. Jefferson County Wisconsin Habitat for Humanity's mission is to provide safe, decent, affordable, and energy efficient housing to hard-working, low income families in our community.

Badger Basement Systems, Inc. is your local responsible basement waterproofing, basement finishing and foundation repair contractor serving areas from Fort Atkinson, WI and greater Rockford, IL, to greater Madison and Eau Claire, WI for over 30 years! If you'd like a free estimate on any of their services, visit Badger Basement Systems today!

The Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity ReStore celebrated its grand opening on March 6, 2010 and the volunteers couldn't be more excited! They are now open to accept donations and sales every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and Badger Basement Systems is proud to pitch in to help the Jefferson County Community!

Dave and Tabitha Welcome a Baby Boy! by Thrasher Basement Systems, Inc.

We are excited to announce that Landon Thrasher was born on Tuesday, March 16 at 5:00 AM. to Dave and Tabitha. He weighs 8lbs 1oz and is 20 inches long! Dave works as the Business Development Manager at FSI. Congratulations to Dave, his wife, Tabitha and big sister, Addison!

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City Green Solutions Helps Make Energy Efficiency Affordable by Island Building Science Group

City Green Solutions Helps Make Energy Efficiency Affordable

City Green Solutions is launching the Affordable Warmth BC service -- a program that provides free information and support to the affordable housing sector to access energy efficiency grants and rebates.

"Housing in BC is expensive, and many people are living in homes that are costly to keep warm. Energy efficiency upgrades can help maintain housing affordability by shrinking energy bills," says Britt Karlstrom, Affordable Warmth Program Coordinator. "We're excited that our Affordable Warmth BC service now helps connect people to relevant funding sources for energy saving projects."

In BC, there are over 100 programs available to help cover the cost of energy efficiency upgrades for buildings. Affordable Warmth BC is the only service that provides program descriptions, eligibility criteria and links to application forms in one place. Currently in BC there are:

ï¿½ 18 toilet rebate programs

ï¿½ 21 wood stove exchange programs

ï¿½ 24 rebate programs through utilities

ï¿½ 30 federal government incentive programs

ï¿½ 55 local government incentive programs

ï¿½ 8 programs specifically for First Nation's housing energy efficiency initiatives

Renters, homeowners, social housing providers, and municipal governments seeking to reduce retrofit costs, save money on energy bills, or meet climate change goals can visit www.affordablewarmth.ca or call 1.866.381.9995 x 108 for comprehensive information about programs that help pay for energy saving upgrades and energy efficient construction for affordable housing.

"This is a valuable resource for non-profit housing providers and others in the community who own or operate housing and are seeking affordable ways to increase their energy efficiency," said Natasha Jategaonkar, Research Director at BC Non-Profit Housing Association. "By collating all of the existing programs and creating a convenient search tool, the AWBC website will help ensure that non-profit housing providers are able to access all available resources efficiently and effectively."

For more information, please contact:

Britt Karlstrom, Affordable Warmth BC Program Coordinator, 1.866.381.9995 x 108, environment@citygreen.ca

Peter Sundberg, Executive Director, 1.866.381.9995 x 102, manager@citygreen.ca

Helical Foundation Systems Presentation in Fargo by Innovative Basement Systems

Innovative Foundation Supportworks is pleased to announce that Jeff Kortan, P.E. of Foundation Supportworks Inc. will be presenting information on Helical Foundation Systems for design professionals and contractors in the Fargo area on March 18th. Learn the benefits of foundation systems such as piers and helical tiebacks. Find out typical applications for each as well as how capacity is determined and verified. Jeff will also cover load testing and meeting the criteria outlined in ICC-ES AC358.

The presentation will be held at the Ramada Plaza Suites and Conference Center in Fargo located at:

1635 42nd ST S.
Fargo, ND 58103

The presentation is from 11:30am to 12:30pm and lunch will be provided. Also, for professional license holders, continuing education documentation certificates will be provided at the conclusion of the presentation.

Please RSVP to Charlie Adams at 701-429-1644 or charliea@innovativebasementsystems.com

Hope to see you there!

Badger Basement Systems Sponsors Middleton, WI Fire Dept. and American Lung Association by Badger Basement Systems

Milwaukee, WI - Badger Basement Systems is sponsoring the Middleton Fire Dept. Team in the Firefighter's Challenge for the American Lung Association Fight for Air Climb. Firefighters are climbing over 90 flights of stairs with FULL GEAR, Saturday morning March 20th!

Join Us For One Breathtaking Event!

The Fight For Air Climb takes place on Saturday, March 20, 2010 at the U.S. Bank Center in downtown Milwaukee. Participants climb 1,034 steps to fight lung disease and promote lung health. Climbers can participate as an individual or as part of team; competitively or non-competitively, but you don't need to be a star athlete to be a part of this unique physical challenge.

The average climb time is around 15 minutes, and everyone age 13 and up is welcome to make their way to the top! After you finish your climb, relax and enjoy complimentary refreshments and fun. Don't forget that as you are climbing and extorting your lungs, you are making a difference to those who are literally fighting for air every day.

If you want to try this event, but aren't sure you will make it to the top, then join us for our Half Climb! If you make it to the Finish Line of the Half Climb on the 20th Floor and feel like you can keep going, you are free to continue your way to the top! This is an excellent way to try the Climb out and see how you like it! (Registration and the required fund raising minimum remain the same.)

Help Fight Lung Disease

Your support will fund research, education and advocacy initiatives. Lung disease is responsible for 1 in 6 deaths in the United States, but you can help by participating in this exhilarating event and reaching new heights with your fund raising. Ask a lot, raise a lot! Click Here for fund raising tips.

U.S. Bank Center | March 20, 2010

**Badger Basement Systems is a local Wisconsin company for over 30 years, operating out of Fort Atkinson. They perform basement & crawl space waterproofing, basement finishing and foundation repair throughout WI.

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Local Basement Waterproofer Earns BBB A+ Rating

Elkton, MD - Local company Basement System USA earns A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.

Basement Systems USA is focused on satisfying customers and their specific needs on each basement waterproofing project in the Philadelphia, PA, north Delaware and Maryland areas. As a result of a culture of quality service and workmanship, Basement Systems USA has earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

This A+ rating provides evidence to consumers that Basement Systems USA abides by the eight BBB tenets including a willingness to, â��Approach all business dealings, marketplace transactions and commitments with integrity.â�� Basement Systems USA works to gain the trust of customers and continues to make positive, healthy contributions to homes through their services.

Basement Systems USA is a basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, foundation repair, and mold remediation company that was founded in 1987. For over two decades, they have honed their skills using only certified contractors and technicians as well as quality Basement Systems products.

With more than 20 years in the basement waterproofing industry, Basement Systems USA hopes to make a lasting, quality contribution to their customersâ�� lives.

Basement Systems USA is a Basement Systems, Inc. dealer. Basement Systems, Inc. has been awarded 25 patents for the many unique products developed specifically to prevent basement water damage and repair crawl spaces from damaging moisture problems. The company has won many awards and patents for their innovative products and services, including being a finalist for the national Better Business Bureau's prestigious National Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics. Basement Systems has also won 22 quality and innovation prizes for products and services.

For more information about Basement Systems USA or a free basement waterproofing or crawl space encapsulation quote in the Philadelphia, Wilmington, Dover or north Maryland areas, contact them by phone or online.

Basement Systems USA
Elkton, MD
http://www.basementsystemsusa.com

Colorado Basement Systems at Breckenridge 2010 Mardi Gras by Colorado Basement Systems

The town of Breckenridge in Colorado celebrated the season with several entertaining events.

Colorado Basement Systems participated in the 2010 Mardi Gras events at Breckenridge, CO.

Colorado Basement Systems Founding Member of Gypsum Chamber of Commerce by Colorado Basement Systems

Colorado Basement Systems Founding Member of Gypsum Chamber of Commerce