Basement

It is exciting to stand on something that no one else gets to. From the bridge we had a quality view of the pier on one side and the flats on the other. On the left were sailboats leaving and groups of people having picnics. On the right was a view of the tops of the short buildings of the flats. We stayed on this bridge for a long time. We talked and took pictures until one of the rapid trains stopped near us and did not continue going. By then we figured we had overstayed our welcome and decided it was best to leave. The basement was the only finished part of the house; containing both carpet and actual glass in the windows. Under the basement stairs was a small crawl space that went back several feet and turned left. In the dark basement it was impossible to see what was around the corner. “I dare you to go in there”, I told Sam. “No way! Why don’t you?”…

then only you will be able to perform sump basin installation in a perfect way and this planning can be made with the help of experts. If your house is quite older and you are facing defective basement related waterproofing system, then nothing can be the best option other than sump basin installation. If you think that this installation is not an easy task for you then you have an open option of hiring any professional plumber. The steps for installation need to be known in details otherwise…

The scope of the project is to construct a six storey building using latest top down construction techniques, and develop all the levels under the basement. Later, a tunnel for the purpose of passage between new building and the store was also added to the scope. The tunnel was planned to be constructed 28m below the ground level into the london clay. The tunnel comprises of 5m connection tunnel along with 7.1m staging area. The construction work within the scope of the Harrods building had to…

The very mention of skeletons in the closet sends chills up our spine and immediately through our mind’s eyes, we see a pile of bones in a dark closet. However, that may not always be the case. Often times, the skeletons are a collection of memories and secrets, stored over the years in the secret compartments of our mind, and we alone have access to them. Many of these are wonderful, and enjoyable to share, which we do willingly. However, along with these are unpleasant, often painful memories…

What is religion? Spirituality? Religion is defined as the belief in and worship of a superhuman controlling power, especially a personal God or gods. Spirituality is defined as the quality of being concerned with the human spirit or soul as opposed to material or physical things. For many individuals, religion and spirituality are intimately connected, but for some they are so connected that they become indistinguishable from one another. My purpose is to personally distinguish the two, and…

Windward Commons is the newest residence hall at Armstrong State University. Windward is a fairly nice institution with a relaxed feel for the students from the smiles of the people working behind the desk to the different “chill spots” for students to have entertainment or to just simply study. The vivid signs that cluster the walls inform the students about what’s going on throughout campus. The student’s personal dorm rooms are nice and spacious, whereas, most rooms are tiny and cramped.…

door to the basement hesitantly. He takes the first step down the basement and the dull sound of the stairs echoed throughout the basement. To his surprise, the sound was exactly the same as he remembered. Dave was six years old the time he was moving to his new home. The family used to live in a boxed up and dark apartment. Now that his parents had earned enough, they decided to finally buy a home the family deserves. It was their very first home. The home was perfect for a family of five. It…

Trepidation As a child, I perceived the basement as one of the scariest places I had ever set foot in. My basement remained unfinished and the sump pump always operated because of the location of our domicile. My house is located where the water table existed above the foundation of our home. The noise of the sump pump sounded like a monster continuously drinking water. I also became afraid of the dark because I thought a scary creature lurked down in the deep abyss waiting for me. Whenever I…

What Causes Seepage from Basement Floor Cracks? Whether your basement has standing water, seeping water through cracks or just a musty odor - any level of unwanted water could jeopardize your home's structure as well as your health. If you've experienced a wet basement, you know how much of a hassle it is. You have to deal with replacing damaged carpet and furniture and worry about potential mold growth. If you use your basement for storage or extra living space, it's important to understand…

If you’ve ever wanted to have the whole world in your hands, you should try having it on your plate. Thursday night in the Broward Basement, students will be able to travel the world in just 10 dishes. In an effort to help students living in residential halls come together and learn more about diversity on campus the Inter-Residence Hall Association and the Broward Area Counsel has created Around the World in 10 Plates. Students interested in studying abroad will get the opportunity to learn…