Calling in the Contractors

Calling in the Contractors

3 Indisputable Signs Your Basement Needs Professional Waterproofing Services

by Frank Elliott

While some people use the basement as a storage space, others use it as a relaxing lounge area or extravagant home theatre. This means the basement is a critical part of any home, and it should be well-maintained throughout the year. Your basement accumulates a lot of moisture, and it gets flooded if it doesn't have the right waterproofing. Waterproofing is the process of making a building or structure water-resistant or waterproof to ensure that water doesn't penetrate under certain conditions. Waterproofing experts know the right chemicals and additives to add to mortar and concrete to increase abrasion resistance, chemical resistance, water resistance and adhesion strength. So how do you know it's time for professional basement waterproofing services? 

Visible Mould and Musty Odour

Don't take mould growth in your house lightly if you don't want to experience some severe respiratory issues later. Mould is hazardous, and it causes some serious health problems if it's not eradicated. Mould can be white, green or black, and the toxicity levels vary with each type. The musty, damp odour you notice when walking down your basement means you should contact waterproofing contractors to find out what's wrong with your basement. That musty, damp odour indicates that moisture has accumulated in your basement. The smell is a physical sign that time for basement waterproofing is here with you.

Floor and Wall Cracks

Don't undermine the smallest crack you see on your floors or walls. It shows that water is penetrating in some ways and that you should get professional waterproofing services immediately. Fixing wall or floor cracks is inexpensive, especially if they are identified early. It's also the easiest way to keep your basement moisture-free and avoid other serious basement problems. Wall and floor cracks don't disappear themselves, and they get worse if they are not fixed as soon as you notice them.

Efflorescence

Efflorescence is that white or chalky substance you find on your walls. Construction materials like concrete or brick cause efflorescence on the walls. It forms when water penetrates the construction materials, causing the white substance or salt to form on the surface. Although efflorescence isn't as severe as mould, it indicates that moisture is getting to the basement and that professional basement waterproofing is urgent.

So don't hesitate to get professional waterproofing services whenever you see any of the above signs. Polyurethane liquid membrane, bituminous coating, bituminous membrane, liquid waterproofing membrane and cementitious waterproofing are some of the waterproofing methods that waterproofing contractors use today. Hydrophobic cement is among the water-repellent agents the contractors use to protect buildings against humidity and moisture. They use synthetic or natural materials, such as fluoropolymers, silicone elastomer, polyurethane, polyvinyl chloride, rubber and wax to waterproof the basement of your home.


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Calling in the Contractors

Hello! My name is Andy and I have recently finished building my dream home by the ocean. I have always loved swimming and surfing in the sea so the idea of living by the beach has always appealed to me. I used to live in a small apartment but I worked hard and saved as much cash as I could. By the time I reached the age of 47, I finally had the funds to build my dream home. I called in a team of construction contractors who built my house. They were really great guys and I picked up a lot of knowledge during the months they were working with me. I will share some of the knowledge here.