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Basement Water Seepage Solutions

As a homeowner, it is very easy to become frustrated if you experience the unfortunate problem of basement water seepage. There are many different ways water seepage can happen, but the end result doesn’t change; it means your home’s value and your ability to comfortably live in it go down. Fortunately, it is possible to keep your basement clean, safe, and dry if you take some precautionary measures. Your greatest investment is your home, so it is crucial that you protect it against the high price of water seepage damage. Let’s begin where the water seepage problems do. In your basement, can you identify the tell-tale signs of potential water damage? To properly inspect your basement, turn on as many lights and flashlights as possible. If you see any hints of discoloration, mold, or mildew, there is a good possibility water seepage is the culprit. Also, look for common signs shown low on your walls in the form of flaking, peeling, or what looks like ice crystals. Pipes or baseboard nails that are rusty are almost a sure sign that you have water seepage problems. Once you know you have a water seepage problem, you need to understand why taking care of the problem as quickly as possible is the best action you can take. It would be good for us to review the types of damage just waiting to take over your basement if left unaddressed. If you are having difficulty opening and closing doors, it could be due to wet sub-flooring that could have warped little by little. Beams, joists and insulation can experience decay. Your electrical system is in no way exempt from water seepage damage. Walls can crack and floors can drop due to a foundation that has been weakened by water seepage. More humidity in your basement can actually cause your heating and cooling bills to be higher. Allergies, lung problems and other health problems attack residents as a result of the mold and mildew caused by water seepage. There are many causes of water seepage, but two of these causes are the most popular. Home owners would be wise to faithfully keep an eye on these causes. The number one cause is surface water that is most often caused by excess rainfall, or overwatering the landscaping around the house. Cause number two is roof water run-off, which can happen due to missing, damaged, or clogged gutters and downspouts. Causes that are not as common, but damaging nonetheless are clogged drains, drains that were improperly installed, drains that don’t have a proper slope, and creeks, rivers and springs that are close by. You should do everything within your power to keep water headed in the opposite direction of your home’s basement. To conclude, if you want to completely avoid the very damaging problem of water seepage, there are things you can do. You should regularly check your gutters and downspouts. Pay close attention to your drains, and keep them from becoming clogged with debris. Be careful to not overwater your lawn and landscaping. If you encounter drainage problems surrounding your home, you should contact a professional immediately, as ignoring the problem will only increase the damage. If you are a new homeowner, your home may still be under warranty, and it would then be your builder’s responsibility to contract an expert in drainage engineering to rid you of water seepage damage in the future. For a good, reliable solution, you can call the experts at Basement Flood Protector, Inc., and they will be glad to help you eliminate your water seepage problems.

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End Basement Water Seepage

Is your home an older one? It is possible that damage is being done that you are unaware of, as water continues to seeps into your basement? Every homeowner should have knowledge of just what a serious hazard basement water seepage is. Knowing what causes water seepage can help you prevent it in the future. Leaky pipes and other open water sources can be the internal culprits of water seepage. Do some investigating - paying special attention near your appliances - to verify whether or not water seepage is coming from inside your home. Leaky or rusty pipes, odors in the basement, or water stains on your floor/walls/ceiling are indicators of seepage, and a waterproofing specialist should be called at the first sign of them. Big problems can surely be caused by leaky pipes, but natural rainfall is the greatest source of water seepage. This rainfall most commonly seeps into cracks in your home’s walls, but water can enter through other areas as well.  Joints where the floor and walls meet is another common entry point for water. Upon noticing cracks in your basement, you should beat the next rainfall by contacting a waterproofing specialist to seal up the cracks. Another water seepage area to look out for is porous materials. Carpet, furniture, and surprisingly enough - concrete walls absorb water naturally. Moisture and humidity issues in your basement can be avoided by using concrete sealant. Any moisture trapped between an external wall and any indoor paneling next to it can cause mold and mildew to grow. If your home is older, you will want to be aware of its foundation. Over time, the soil will move and settle. Seasonal changes cause the soil to expand and contract, which is all the encouragement foundation walls need to start moving. If there is any hint that your basement wall might be bowing, you should contact a basement specialist and ask about bracing support systems. You could really lessen the threat of of water seepage by using supportive columns to hold your basement walls in place. Possibly more important than knowing how water seeps is knowing when it seeps into your basement. It’s no surprise that the most water seepage takes place during heavy rainfall. Installing a sump pump would be your best line of protection against heavy rainstorms. Sump pumps are designed to capture rainwater that has made its way in, and to shoot it back outside. Positioning the sump pump hose as far away from your home as possible is key to ensuring your sump pump will do its job as designed. Cleaning out your gutters, and making sure that rainfall hitting them flows away from the house is another helpful tip. You want your sump pump to do the least amount of work possible, so taking action to keep water away from your home’s foundation is important. Even the least amount of water seepage can be damaging, and it doesn’t matter where it comes from. Protect yourself by inspecting your basement for water seepage at least yearly, because prevention is a lot less costly than damage cleanup. Contact a water restoration specialist quickly if you discover your water damage is out of control.