Friday, April 11, 2014

Waterproofing Basement Walls in Metro Detroit

Here are some things to do if you have water issues in your basement:

Waterproofing in Metro Detroit


The most common enemy of a Metro Detroit basement is water. Whether your basement suffers from water seeping in through the walls and floors or condensation buildup, it can wreak havoc for a home.

Many people associate a basement with a dank, musty odor, and where there is a musty odor there is mold. Mold has become such a problem that there are multi million dollar businesses popping up to properly tackle and remove mold from a home. I remember a case where a million-dollar home had to be bulldozed because of mold.

Water and condensation can also cause wood to rot. Often, the wood jambs and thresholds are the first to go. Moisture also makes a great environment for termites to have a smorgasbord. So, removing water and moisture from your basement in Detroit is serious business.

There are a few ways to deal with the moisture or water that gets into your basement in Metro Detroit. You may want to hire a home inspector to give you his opinion on the matter and the best way to tackle the situation. 

Waterproofing companies in Metro Detroit deal with this issue, too. However, some of these companies will push one method when you might need more than that. First, figure out if it is a leak or a moisture problem.

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