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Invest in Waterproofing your Basement!
Worldwide Waterproofing and Foundation Repair Inc. • May 1, 2020
If you limit yourself to making home improvements on the hazards or issues that you can see,
you may be harming your home, yourself, and your family. Some of the most dangerous
hazards to a home are the invisible ones! Waterproofing your home is a solution to many of
these dangers.
Not only is waterproofing your basement good for health reasons, but it also yields a high
return on investment. For a relatively small home improvement, in addition to saving yourself
huge expenses, time, and headaches, your home’s value can skyrocket.
Your home and your Health
Waterproofing your basement prevents mold growth. Mold loves dark, warm, and moist places,
which a basement can easily become if water starts leaking in. Other reasons a basement can
get wet is from faulty sump pumps or drainage issues. Don’t get caught by surprise!
Prevent Possible Damages to your Home
Moisture in your basement can damage your home’s structure. When moisture seeps into your
basement, it can cause cracks, walls to bend and bow, warp wood boards, cause walls to rot,
and ruin your possessions. Waterproofing the outside of your home will also help the structure,
as it will reduce the likelihood of the ground shifting which can cause leaks and issues with the
foundation.
By waterproofing your basement you’ll also reduce the risk of flooding. It only takes one storm
to make you wish you had taken the necessary steps to keep your house safe. Waterproofing
will keep your basement safe from floods by diverting the water elsewhere.
Reducing the overall amount of moisture in your home will also keep your home cooler in the
summer, your paper belongings dry, and save your metal possessions from oxidation!
Your Return on Investment
Most experts agree that basement waterproofing is an essential home repair and well worth
the money. In contrast with kitchen upgrades, appliance installs, or minor redecorating
projects, basement waterproofing methods hardly change over time, this means you can count
on your repairs being valuable and long-lasting improvements no matter how many years go
by.
Generally, one can expect at least a 30% return on investment from a basement waterproofing
project. Whereas an out of date bathroom, living room, or kitchen won’t really affect your
home’s value, a damp, moldy basement can drastically devalue your house.
Not only do bad basement conditions continue to get worse if untreated, but they may also
become subject to losses that insurance won’t cover. You can also count on having to make
these repairs before ever selling your house, as any qualified inspector could possibly demand
the repairs be made before any sale.
Enjoy your Home!
As you can see making these repairs is worth the cost. Who wouldn’t want to avoid mold,
foundation damage, and flooding all while drastically increasing their home’s value? We want
you to live comfortably and safely in a home you love. Don’t drag your feet and leave yourself
susceptible to floods, mold, and other pricey inconveniences!
If you see signs of leaking or dampness in your basement, please call us for an evaluation, we
would love to help.
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