5 Benefits of Basement Waterproofing

Basement waterproofing isn't the first concern of homeowners when they think about home renovations. Fact of the matter is that the moisture in the ground under and around a house can seriously damage the home and poses danger to its inhabitants.

Waterproofing the basement can stop the moisture from seeping in the basement and causing extensive damage.

Here are some more reasons why basement waterproofing is a good idea for DC homes:

1. Helps Protect Your Belongings

Many families use the basement to store seldom-used items such as equipment or old furniture. Many others have a garage or wine cellars built within the basement. Getting the basement waterproofed should be their number one priority. The water seepage can damage the foundation of a house and consequently weaken its structure.

2. Fosters Healthier Environment

Wood, moisture and a lack of sunlight are the perfect conditions for toxic black mold, and it can grow within 48 hours. Black mold can be deadly for children or anyone in the home with a compromised immune system. They won't even need to be in the same room as the mold as it permeates the air and enter bodies via inhalation. Imagine how deadly a house can become if the basements aren't waterproofed, and the mold is allowed to grow for months!

3. Prevents Mold Growth

Waterproofed basements keep water out. This leads to a healthier environment across the house. But more importantly, you won't ever have to face the daunting and very expensive task of removing mold from your basement.

4. Ensures Higher Resale Value

Homes with water damage in the basement lose quite a lot of money when the property goes up on sale. In fact, figures show that they lose more money than what it would have cost them to get the basement waterproofed in the first place.

5. Reduces the Risk of Damage from Weather Events

Heavy rains, flash floods and melting snow all have one thing in common: water looking for places to drain in. If a basement isn't waterproofed, chances are it will soon be home to unwanted water in case of inclement weather.

Water damage won't be restricted to the basement only. It will damage and endanger the entire foundation of the house. If your basement seems wet or is leaking already, contact Apex Waterproofing for definitive crawlspace waterproofing solutions.

They offer professional and affordable basement waterproofing services.