| If you have a problem with a leaky | | | | without reaching the inside floors of |
| basement, you will want to stop the | | | | the basement. This allows the water to |
| problem as soon as possible. Basement | | | | be directed outside the house by way of |
| waterproofing is not so much a science | | | | a drainage hose. |
| as it is a technique. You need the | | | | Another form of basement moisture is the |
| proper equipment and supplies to ensure | | | | plumbing. You can have a plumber come in |
| that the leakage is stopped permanently. | | | | and insulate the water and drain pipes. |
| Doing this work yourself could end up | | | | This will prevent condensation that can |
| costing you more money than you'd spend | | | | sometimes become excessive if you have |
| having a professional do it. | | | | poor air circulation in the basement. |
| Professionals are trained in areas that | | | | Your plumbing contractor or |
| not only cover cracked walls, but also | | | | waterproofing specialist will recommend |
| foundation problems, the underlying | | | | the best basement waterproofing supplies |
| source of cracked walls. | | | | to eliminate the condensation and |
| There are many solutions for a leaky | | | | minimize the moisture in the basement. |
| basement such as a sump pump | | | | This may include wrapping the pipes with |
| installation, proper downspouts outside | | | | a foam material if you have lead pipes |
| the house, drainage tiles in the | | | | or replacing the pipes with PCV piping. |
| basement floor, and waterproofing the | | | | Contacting a professional such as a |
| walls with a special formula. Basement | | | | plumber for the job will save you |
| waterproofing will help eliminate that | | | | aggravation and money while protecting |
| musty smell that may occur when you have | | | | one of your most important assets - your |
| a damp basement due to moisture getting | | | | house. Basement waterproofing will clear |
| into the walls and floors. Installing | | | | up musty odors, prevent mold growth, as |
| the sump pumps and drainage tiles, with | | | | well as keep your possessions dry and |
| the help of a professional plumber, will | | | | safe from water damage. |
| allow water in the walls to drain | | | | |