The Crackman Podcast

In this episode, Adam explains why a DIY sump pump job should be considered temporary, at best.  Something like that should be left to the pros.

In this episode, Adam recounts an interesting case study about a swimming pool, bulkhead, and cold joint.

We’ve all heard about the story of the boy who put his finger in a dam to stop a leak.  In this episode, Adam shares an interesting case study on how they were able to use their proven waterproofing processes to stop a leaky dam in their local municipality.

In this episode, Adam shares this cautionary tale of the dangers of mishandling the materials used to waterproof basements.  Hopefully this helps other overeager homeowners from making the same mistake.

Is it okay to pour concrete in the freezing cold?  This episode is a cautionary tale from the Crack Daddy about a new house build gone terribly wrong.

Spring is right around the corner and we’ve had some pretty wacky weather in late winter.  Now is the time for homeowners to be preparing their homes for the significant change in weather.  In this episode, Adam shares important tips on preparing your house for the change of seasons.

In this episode, Adam shares case study about a house with a serious termite problem and the consequences of not fixing a wall crack.

Some cracks obviously need fixing because there’s water pouring through them.  Other cracks are tiny and have sort of a capillary type of bleed. Does a homeowner need to be concerned about those tiny cracks?  Adam explains why even non-structural floor cracks need to be addressed sooner rather than later.

In this episode, Adam explains how he detected, diagnosed, and fixed a leaky pipe penetration.

In this episode, Adam explains why professional basement spray foam insulation will not fix a leaking wall crack and why it’s necessary to fix those leaks BEFORE you use spray foam.