These days, everyone seems to be on a tight budget and more and more people are buying so called “fix up houses”. Have you recently bought a house that needs some work? Once you move into your home, you realize there are moisture issues in your foundation. One day you may decide you want to finish your basement, but your budget won’t allow you to do a major renovation. For the safety of you and your family, you must remove moisture and moisture from the space.

moisture problems

Most homeowners don’t realize their basement has moisture problems until they see mold or mildew growing in the space, or notice bad odors and odors. Some symptoms of dampness include damp or sticky cement walls, cement floors, water leaks, bad odors, odors, or puddles of water. Walls and floors can also feel cold depending on the time of year, but your basement walls and floors should never feel damp.

storm drain

Consider installing rain gutters as a precaution against the accumulation of rainwater along the foundation of your house. Rain gutters are very important in the effort to keep rain off foundation walls. In addition, they help to achieve a dry environment free of odours, mold and fungi.

Although rain gutters can spill, leak and run over, they are beneficial. The results are much better compared to puddles of water that can form and see through concrete foundations.

If you choose to install rain gutters, it is very important to perform regular maintenance and cleaning to ensure that the gutters do not become filled with dirt and leaves.

landscaping

The landscaping around your home is more important than you think. By simply sloping the ground around your home’s foundation at a 20% angle, you’ll find that rain and groundwater flow freely away from your home; in other words, they protect against the effects of water damage.

Air conditioning of doors and windows

When we think about the doors and windows in our homes, we often overlook how much moisture we allow into the home. There is an answer. Caulking is the most effective way to weatherproof the doors and windows in your home.

With a simple tube of inexpensive caulking, you can help protect your home from unwanted moisture. This process should be completed on a routine basis, approximately twice a year. There are also additional waterproofing sealants on the market that are specially formulated and designed to better protect your home.

Leaky faucets and pipes

Most homeowners overlook the fact that a dripping or dripping indoor or outdoor faucet can add unwanted moisture to your home. Mildly leaking pipes are another common basement problem that can and will create moisture in your basement. As a result, these small leaks can cause mold, mildew, foul odors, and foul odors.

If you discover a drip or leak, fix it! Always contact a professional plumber to fix the leak before it gets too big and before moisture has time to develop in your basement. It is much less expensive to repair drips or leaks than it is to repair or replace the foundation. Unfortunately, moisture can develop in a short period of time. So go to the repairs as soon as possible.

install a drain

Installing a drain is a great investment that is easily installed around the foundation of your home. This will allow ground or rainwater to flow freely away from the foundation, protecting it from water infiltration or damage.

A drain is a small trench dug around the foundation, covered with gravel that diverts rain and groundwater away from the foundation, protecting it and saving you money.

Solution

Waterproofing is a big decision for any homeowner, whether or not their basement is finished.