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Jun 27, 2012, 04:27 PM
Theresherm
Front Door Steps
My front door steps are located directly over the basement. Every time it rains, water weeps down the wall and drips off of the 2X4s holding the cement steps up. I haven't seen any HGTV remodels or repairs on an issue like this. I would like to get maint. free decking, but still don't know how to seal off the basement from leakage. As an unemployed, disabled Vet living on 70% disability I need the cheapest and easiest way to fix this, as the foundation in the area is beginning to falter.
Jun 27, 2012, 06:09 PM
Sparky
Can you post a picture of your steps? You may have to edit the picture to a smaller file as there are size limitations at this site. To add a picture click on the "add attachment?" link below the text box when you create a message.


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