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The basement can be one of the areas of a home that may be the most vulnerable to suffering major damage from water intrusions. Unfortunately, it is a common mistake for homeowners to fail to take the steps necessary to minimize this threat to their basements.
Moisture In The Basement Can Cause Substantial Damage
Moisture intrusions into the basement can be a source of major damage to the home if it is not addressed in a timely fashion. For example, it is possible for the moisture to lead to mold starting to grow in the basement. Sadly, a mold problem in the basement is unlikely to remain isolated to this area. Furthermore, it is possible for regular moisture exposure to cause structural damage to the basement. This can range from small cracks in the concrete walls and floors to extensive rot of wooden supports. Waterproofing can greatly reduce these risks as it will prevent moisture from being able to seep into this part of the home where it could get trapped for long periods of time.
The Waterproofing Process Will Also Help To Improve Ventilation In The Basement
In addition to installing barriers and pumping systems to keep water out of the basement, waterproofing this area of the home is also likely to involve substantial improvements to the ventilation of this area. Improving the ventilation will reduce the risk of condensation being a source of water damage. When there is poor ventilation in the basement, condensation can start to collect on surfaces more easily, and the lack of air circulation may prevent this moisture from evaporating. The placement of ventilation fans and ceiling fans can be a cost-effective way of removing moisture and cool air that settles in this part of the home.
Having A Basement Waterproofed Provides Long-Term Benefits To The Home
While waterproofing the basement can be an upgrade that is able to greatly reduce the risk of facing expensive repair costs in the future, individuals may assume that this is a process that will need to be done to the home fairly regularly or that the waterproofing upgrades will be maintenance intensive. In reality, the upgrades that will be made during a basement waterproofing project will be both extremely durable and low maintenance. Depending on the particular work that is done to the home, the results of this project may last for decades before the results start to weaken or degrade enough to expose the home to a risk of this type of damage.
Contact a company like Vulcan Waterproofing to learn more.
Share14 April 2022
