Not every home has with a basement but, in the Baltimore area, it is quite common for a home to be equipped with one. It’s also common for this space to be quite vital for the daily use of the home. Basements can be used as places to store washing machines, dryers, HVAC units, water heaters, and electrical panels. It can also include multipurpose spaces for storage or living spaces.
Solutions for an Unusable Basement
One thing that can create problems for an otherwise useful basement space is water. Fortunately, a service like Armored Basement Waterproofing LLC can help to make a basement dry, comfortable, and useful regardless of the significance of the water or moisture issues.
Mild Humidity Issues
In most basements, commonly in older homes, high levels of humidity are the biggest problems. Unfortunately, for certain materials and items that might be stored in the basement, damage can be caused and the moisture can make this environment ideal for mold and mildew growth.
Large Water Incursions
There are also times when a home may experience a mild and, sometimes a significant, water incursion. In these situations, a basement space can be completely unusable.
Fixing the Problem
To solve the problem, Armored Basement Waterproofing LLC will need to first come to the home and inspect the basement to figure out where the water is coming from. Excessive moisture or small water incursions may be coming from cracks in the walls and the floors of the basement. By sealing these cracks, the problem is typically taken care of. Oftentimes, an extra layer of water sealant paint may be put over the basement walls to further keep out moisture.
Extreme Situations
When basement walls have been significantly compromised or the walls are porous from the exterior, the area around the basement walls may have to be excavated so they can be fortified and waterproofed to stop significant water incursions.
Regardless of the scope of the problems, moisture in a basement is one thing that cannot be allowed to continue. That’s why, if you’re having a problem with water in your basement, you may want to Click Here to find a solution.
