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INTERIOR WATERPROOFING BASEMENT VS EXTERIOR WATERPROOFING
So, you’ve found evidence of water damage in your basement. Now what? You need to protect your home’s foundation which is the basis for comfortable living. Whether a little water or a lot, you need to take steps to stop it from creating havoc. You may hope it’s a one-off [...]
UNDERPINNING – ANGLE OF REPOSE
Considering all the Angles When you decide to get your property underpinned your contractor needs to have the expertise to deal with all the complexities of the project. City Wide Group has the experience and knowledge required. They have more than 55 years in the indust[...]
PREPARE FOR THE SPRING THAW
This winter has brought record levels of snow to Toronto and Southern Ontario. There have already been periods of melting and then re-freezing and the spring promises to bring more cyclical weather with it. Not only does the changeable weather hamper your ability to get a[...]
WHAT IS UNDERPINNING AND ITS BENEFITS?
Residential Underpinning Most new homes come with a standard height basement of approximately nine feet. Even if not finished, there is enough headroom to make the basement a comfortable space for bedrooms, offices, or entertaining. However, older homes can be a different[...]
PROUD USER OF LIBERTY PUMPS
Sump Pumps Sump pumps are used to pull water out of a sump pit into a sewer, drainage ditch or well. Many homes have sump pits below the foundation and in some places, the Ontario Building Code requires that a sump pit with an automatic pump be installed. A sump pit and p[...]
COMMERCIAL UNDERPINNING
You may not have to move to get that extra space you need.Bricks and mortar buildings are the home for a variety of business needs. You can be operating a retail business, factory, plant, medical or service facility or rental and condominium residential property. There ar[...]
WINTER PROTECTION
Canadian winters can be unpredictable, but you can be sure of one thing – you need to protect your property from the impact that snow and ice can have on your foundation. The pressure from ice building up in the soil around your home’s perimeter can the foundation’s walls[...]
NOW SERVING THE TRI CITIES AREA
As Benjamin Franklin said, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. When it comes to your basement, it may be worth a lot more! You never want to find that water or excessive moisture has started to wreck your basement. Your foundation is supposed to be the solid [...]
CITY WIDE GROUP RECEIVES 22ND CONSUMER CHOICE AWARD
The Consumer Choice Award is the premier prize for businesses doing work in the home construction business. It represents a thorough analysis of what other consumers have said about the business and its employees. When a homeowner is researching potential companies to wor[...]
RECOGNIZING PROBLEMS WITH YOUR DRAINAGE SYSTEM
Clearing up Drains Many property owners often take their basic home infrastructure for granted. There is nothing sexy about things like drains or pipes! However, they are just the sort of components that can cause major problems in a home when they stop doing what they ar[...]
WHEN ARE SUMP PUMPS NECESSARY?
Depending where your home is located and the age of your home, you probably have a sump pit below your foundation. In fact, in places where gravity drainage just isn’t going to work, the Ontario Building Code requires a sump with an automatic pump to be installed. You may[...]
HOW TO TELL IF YOUR BASEMENT HAS WATER PROBLEMS
Wet Basement SolutionsYour senses will tell you if you if you have a problem with water or moisture in your basement. There are some obvious clues that tell you that you need to deal with the issue sooner than later to avoid serious costs.SightBeyond seeing evident puddle[...]
LIFETIME, FULLY TRANSFERABLE WARRANTY.
The City Wide Group prides itself on superior quality, adhering to the philosophy of doing things correctly from the outset and striving for unmatched customer contentment. Our assurance in our craftsmanship and wealth of experience makes us the only company in Toronto & the GTA to offer a real LIFETIME WARRANTY. Opt for The City Wide Group for foundation waterproofing, and we promise your treated area will remain free from water or moisture entry for as long as your house stands. Our services come with a warranty certificate that is transferable to endless future homeowners.
FREE WATERPROOFING ESTIMATE
Whether you have an actual water leak or evidence of water seeping through the walls, contact City Wide Group for a free estimate about how to waterproofing your basement.
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