Exterior Basement Waterproofing vs. Interior: How to Choose

Exterior Basement Waterproofing vs. Interior: How to Choose

Koray Bozkurt, PE, PMP
Published on: 12/10/2026

Exterior basement waterproofing or an interior drain? Virginia code requires full waterproofing where water tables run high. See what an engineer checks first.

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Structural Engineer for New Construction: What's Included

Structural Engineer for New Construction: What's Included

Koray Bozkurt, PE, PMP
Published on: 09/10/2026

Structural engineer for new construction in the DMV: Montgomery County lists 9 structural plan items for a new home. See what a whole-house package includes.

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Crawl Space Repair: When Moisture Damages Joists and Piers

Crawl Space Repair: When Moisture Damages Joists and Piers

Koray Bozkurt, PE, PMP
Published on: 06/10/2026

Crawl space repair starts with the moisture source. Serious wood decay occurs above about 30% moisture content (USDA). See how engineers fix joists and piers.

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Basement Leak Repair: Find the Source Before You Pay

Basement Leak Repair: Find the Source Before You Pay

Koray Bozkurt, PE, PMP
Published on: 05/10/2026

Basement leak repair starts with the source. 11.8 million US homes reported water leaking in from outside in 2023. Learn to trace a leak and pick the right fix.

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Who to Call for Water in Basement: Engineer or Contractor?

Who to Call for Water in Basement: Engineer or Contractor?

Koray Bozkurt, PE, PMP
Published on: 01/10/2026

Who to call for water in basement: plumber, restoration crew, waterproofer or engineer? EPA says dry wet areas within 24-48 hours. See which call comes first.

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Waterproofing and Foundation Repair: Which Do You Need?

Waterproofing and Foundation Repair: Which Do You Need?

Koray Bozkurt, PE, PMP
Published on: 30/09/2026

Waterproofing and foundation repair fix different problems. The 2021 IRC requires engineered design for walls under groundwater pressure. Find the cause first.

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