Does your house have a basement?
Wonderful! You now have an extra room to store your things or convert them into a home office, a game room, a meditation room or anything you like. But a wet basement Collingwood, is of no use to anyone.
So, check your basement now to see if it is laden with moisture and its aftereffects. If so, you will need interior waterproofing right away. If you already have interior waterproofing, you might think it’s enough.
However, that’s not the case! Interior waterproofing is essential, but it will protect the basement interior walls and not the exterior. If the exterior walls of your basement are exposed to moisture and water leaks, it will affect the overall health of the basement. Hence, external waterproofing is critical. Let’s learn why external waterproofing can be a game-changer for your basement.
Protection from external water seepage
Your exterior walls are exposed to several water elements. Rain, snow, underground water table, and more affect the durability of external walls. A minor crack or lack of external waterproofing will allow water to seep into the walls. It can affect the insulation, pipes, wires, and wood, thus affecting the overall structural integrity of your house. Sometimes, these problems aren’t apparent until they get worse.
Exterior waterproofing prevents the basement from immediate and long-term effects of water exposure.
Prevention from mould growth
A wet basement Wasaga Beach is an invitation for mold growth. Heavy mould in your home can harm your house and your health. It is also difficult to remove mould from the walls.
A good waterproofing expert will know that interior waterproofing will only reduce the chances of mould. External waterproofing is crucial to eliminate the chances of mould growth.
Protection from larger damage
Rise in the water table can be a persistent issue in some areas. If your external basement walls are exposed to consistent water, large-scale damage can happen. And it will recur every few weeks, months or years.
Water seepage will also cause wet wood, making your home even more vulnerable. Wet wood can be susceptible to termite infestations or rotting.
Periodic external waterproofing ensures larger water damage doesn’t occur to the basement walls. It will prevent the structural integrity of the house for longer.
Ontario Wet Basement Solution Inc. proudly provides interior and exterior basement waterproofing to residential and commercial spaces. We know how to tackle wet basement Alliston, foundation cracks, and other home structure issues.
Call us now to find out more about external basement waterproofing.