Boss Facts & Tips

Prestigious “Building Performance Institute” CERTIFICATION

Our E.Z. Breathe ventilation unit now carries the prestigious “Building Performance Institute” seal of certification and approval. Consumers look for a Seal of Approval when they are buying products. Researching quality assurance yourself is often time consuming. Products certified with the Seal from the BPI are products that you can rely on. How it works… BPI identifies… Read more »

What is Iron Ocher

 or Iron Bacteria…. commonly known as iron ocher, iron algae, or as some basement waterproofing installers call it, red slime or the “red stuff”. Actually the problem is not really iron ocher. Iron bacteria are microorganisms that use iron ocher as a source of energy. Here’s what basically happens in simple terms: First, one type… Read more »

4 Stages of a Water Problem

What stage is your foundation at? Stage 1 (no visible water yet) Mould, mildew, musty odour Dampness Discolouration on wall coverings Rust on appliances Occupant/s experiencing allergies Stage 2 (no visible water yet) White powder on walls (efflorescence) Consistently damp Hairline cracks on wall/floor/s Severe wall/floor discolouration Basement odour increasing Stage 3 Seepage during moderate… Read more »

Rainfall Facts

Did you know…. 1. 1″ of rain on 1 acre of land is equivalent to 27,658 gallons of water. the 27,658 gallons of water are distributed downgrade as surface runoff and seeps through the ground topsoil to underground capillary vents. 2. 1″ of rain on 1/4 acre of land is equivalent to 6914.5 gallons of… Read more »