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[Thomas Black]

Hi everybody,
I am a first-time homeowner trying to understand the ins and outs of owning and maintaining a 1951 brick veneer bungalow with a block walls in the basement. Anyone else like me out there?
Thomas Black

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[Claude Lawrenson]

Hi everybody,
I am a first-time homeowner trying to understand the ins and outs of owning and maintaining a 1951 brick veneer bungalow with a block walls in the basement. Anyone else like me out there?
Thomas Black

I'm across the border in Windsor ON; consider that block foundation walls are fairly common in this area in that time period. I also suggest that you consider controlling basement humidity with a de-humidifier in the warmer weather to reduce the build-up of moisture which can lead to mold and mustiness.

Have you checked the foundations for any visible cracks? Cracks can potentially lead to water entry.

Anyways - good luck with your new home.