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How Can I Tell If Wood Rot Is Affecting My Floor?

Fungi is a microorganism that eats organic material to survive. While wood may seem unappetizing to us, it’s actually a great source of nutrition for fungi. In nature, trees have a layer of bark to protect them from the outside. Unfortunately, the wood that makes up your floor joists do not have that same kind […]

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What Other Options Does Innovative Basement Authority Offer for Foundation Repair?

Besides settling, there are other problems that can befall your Rochester home’s foundation. Innovative Basement Authority offers different solutions to stabilize your home and completely stop the deterioration of your home. One such solution is our wall anchor system to repair bowing basement walls. Wall anchors push back against the hydrostatic pressure that causes your […]

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Do I Need a Vapor Barrier If I Have a Dehumidifier?

Waterproofing a basement is a complicated affair because of how tricky it is to keep moisture under control. There are many ways in which water and water vapor can infiltrate a basement, which is why so many experts recommend investing in multiple waterproofing solutions. It may seem like too much, and various different solutions seemingly […]

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Can’t I Just Close My Crawl Space Vent?

Closing the vents in your crawl space seems like the most intuitive solution to combat the damages and problems that open vents can bring. Unfortunately, it is not that simple to prevent these issues, and it is especially not useful if damage has already been done.     Crawl Space Vents Are Not Airtight  Vents are not […]

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Which Crawl Space Repair Option Works Best?

There is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to open vent issues. The solution that you choose varies depending on your goals and lifestyle.   Repair Measures  Before you can block water, mold, and pests, you must first repair any damages that have already been made. Fortunately, Innovative Basement Authority offers many useful repair measures for […]

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If Open Vents Increase Ventilation in Crawl Spaces, Why Not Keep Them Open?

One would think that leaving the vents in your crawl space open may seem like a good idea, especially since their purpose is to allow air through the crawl space to condition and dehumidify it. However, this can do more harm than good in the long run.   Consider Your Local Climate  Moisture and humidity are […]

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Fargo, ND

1330 41st St. N
Fargo, ND 58102

Minneapolis, MN

6265 Carmen Ave.
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

Rush City, MN

1325 S Frandsen Ave
Rush City, MN 55069