If you are debating whether to waterproof your basement or not, we have 3 reasons why you absolutely should. Basement water damage is every homeowners worst nightmare and we are here to tell you it’s possible to avoid with a proper waterproofing systems. Here’s 3 reasons why you need to move forward with waterproofing your basement.
1. Prevents Basement Flooding
Basement flooding generally occurs due to the exterior of your home. When the grade of your yard is sloped toward your home without proper waterproofing, water is bound to find its way into your basement. Installing proper exterior waterproofing like french drains, downspout lines and excavating the slope of your yard helps to send water away from your home and prevent basement flooding.
Basement flooding can be a costly and disastrous event as a homeowner. Professional waterproofing is the solution to ensuring you avoid basement flooding and maintain a dry basement.
2. Reduces Moisture & Mold
One of the most common issues homeowners face with their basements is moisture build up and mold growth. If an area stays wet for too long, mold and mildew is bound to grow. Moisture finds its way into a basement through many ways, but most commonly because the basement foundation isn’t sealed properly. If your basement smells musty, there’s a good chance you have an issue with too much moisture.
There are a number of ways to help prevent basement moisture including foundation sealing, proper drainage, installing a quality waterproofing system, and dehumidifiers just to name a few. A professional waterproofer will be able to provide you with the most cost effective and reliable solution.
3. Keeps Your Basement Dry
Having a basement is a luxury us homeowners all love. It provides extra storage, space for entertaining and much more, but a wet basement can quickly turn this space into a disaster. Installing proper basement waterproofing is the surest way to keeping your basement dry and usable.
Installing a proper waterproofing system, sump pump and drainage is the most effective way to having a dry basement. You can sleep easy knowing beneath your basement floor there’s a reliable waterproofing system keeping your home dry.
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