Waterproofing your basement should be top priority for your home as excess moisture and improper drainage systems can lead to mold and costly repairs. Excess water or moisture can also make it virtually impossible to finish your basement since you would not want to create the finished basement of your dreams only to have it ruined by mold and water damage.
As experts in the basement waterproofing industry in Michigan, Basements Plus can help you with a few tips that are critical to understanding the basement waterproofing process. Once you take the proper steps to waterproof your basement, you can have peace of mind and move on with your basement finishing or remodel.
Water damage in your basement could be caused by water coming from different places. You may have moisture building up from the humid air outside or you could have water coming in from rain or ground water. A professional can help you determine what the issue is but some of the most common are:
You must first identify what is causing the water or moisture before you figure out what the proper fix is. Our basement waterproofing experts can help determine what issues your basement currently has and put in the proper waterproofing systems for your home. We also have a number of basement waterproofing products to help assist in the process.
After you decide you want to waterproof your basement, the first step is either finding out or anticipating where the water damage is coming from or could potentially come from. Once your basement has been evaluated, a plan is set in place to properly waterproof the space, typically utilizing one of three popular methods.
Interior basement waterproofing is among the most common waterproofing solutions. After identifying the most prominent source of moisture in the basement, interior waterproofing techniques using sealants and epoxy can be applied to cracks and other areas to help prevent water from ever reaching the inside of the basement.
Exterior basement waterproofing techniques typically take the form of either exterior drainage systems and/or coating the exterior basement walls with a waterproof barrier. Waterproofing a foundation from the exterior typically involves using polymers and membranes to coat the outside the foundation walls, installing a drainage trench underground, or a combination of both methods.
Drainage system installations could be interior or exterior applications. Interior basement drainage systems, often referred to as a French drain, involves digging a trench along the interior perimeter of the basement floor and installing a drain and sump pump to move water out.
Basement waterproofing costs vary widely depending on the home. There are many factors to consider. The biggest factor is the size of your basement. The bigger your basement, the more costly it may be. Your homes age and whether or not it has a footer component to its foundation can also be a factor that can increase the price of waterproofing. If your basement is already finished, you must take into account that you may have to remove certain walls or flooring in order to properly waterproof. Getting an accurate cost without meeting with a basement specialist is almost impossible. We offer free 90-minute in-home consultations. Schedule your basement waterproofing consultation today.
Waterproofing your basement can seem daunting but it does not have to be. With proper research and the help of a professional, you never have to worry about water damage or mold in your basement again. Get your free consultation today!
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