Basement Waterproofing
When was the last time you included your unfinished basement in home improvement projects? In fact, have you ever done anything to improve this part of your home? If you are like most homeowners, you have most likely forgotten about this space. One of the major reasons cited by homeowners for this is the fact that most basements suffer from water seepage problems.
Whether your home is new or old, it is highly likely that you have grappled with basement water and this is the reason you should consider basement waterproofing to make this living space more manageable. This might not be the home improvement idea on your mind right now, but when you consider the advantages that come with it, you will realize that it was the best idea all along.
For some homeowners, the attempts to finish the basement have included epoxy injection to cover wall cracks and painting to cover the ugly marks on the walls. Well, the room might look fine but you will have glossed over big problems underneath. Waterproofing your basement should be at the core of any basement remodeling project for the following reasons:
- Protection of your investment: When water seeps through the basement wall, there is a great risk of foundation damage due to wood rot and metal rusting. Wood joist and metal fasteners used to strengthen the foundation are damaged over time due to water entry. Such damage exposes the entire structure to failure especially during freak weather and this is one reason to think about basement waterproofing.
- Improving indoor air quality (IAQ): The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says indoor air can be over 100X more polluted than outdoor air. If there is water in the basement, the risk of toxic mold growth is real. Most indoor pollutants emanate from wet basements and they pose great danger to the family. This is a good reason to invest in professional waterproofing solutions.
- Protecting your home’s value: Any signs of basement water will turn away potential buyers now and in future. Appraisals take waterproofing system into consideration and these will increase the market value of your property.
- Cost benefits: Finishing a basement means you now have extra room in the house that can be turned into a study, guest room or for other uses. What’s more, a finished basement reduces your energy bill as the cost of cooling and heating goes down once all air and moisture gaps are sealed.
Basement waterproofing will protect your investment, enhance indoor air, protect your family against infections and allow peace of mind knowing that your home is safe.
Budget Dry is based in Killingworth, Connecticut and has been recognized as the areas leading basement waterproofing and foundation repair company.
We are passionate about providing the absolute best service to each home and homeowner we encounter, because we understand just how important your home is to you. We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service and use of cutting edge industry technology.
Budget Dry Basement Waterproofing is a leader in Basement waterproofing and basement restoration. Every Basement flood, leak or crack is evaluated thoroughly to ensure that we provide you with the best solution. So you can be secure and confident in the knowledge that Budget Dry treats the problem, not the symptom!