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When you have a wet basement, you know it's there - rain or shine. Of course, during dry weather these leaks are minimal. However, you know the leaks are still there waiting for the next good rain. At this moment, it could be lowering the value and limiting the use of your home. Those worries are always in the back of your mind. Take care of the problem and get the benefits you deserve

• Restore the proper value of your property
• Keep foundation sound
• A warmer dryer basement year round
• Increased living and recreational space
• A fresher, more attractive home
• A cleaner, healthier environment
• Peace of mind

Also, helps prevent the following:

• Fungus, molds and mildew
• Termite and Insect Infestation
• Warping and/or dry rot of Paneling
• Damaged Dry Wall
• Health Problems - Allergy and Respiratory Ailments
• Peeling of Paint and Wall Coverings.
• Electrical Shock Hazards
• Structural Damage
• Failure of Support Block
• Rust and Corrosion of Metal Appliances
• Widening of Existing Cracks
• Bowing/Buckling of Walls
• Collapsed Walls

PROBLEM SIGNS

1. Mold and/or Mildew

Fungus that grows in damp, dark areas, causes discoloration, musty smells and odors.

2. Musty Odors

This is the result of the decay process from mold, mildew, and dry rot.

3. Damp Spots on Walls

Sign that water has absorbed through walls, block will have dark grey splotches in various places.

4. White Chalky Substance on Walls

Known as efflorescence, this is a chemical breakdown of the bonding agent that holds your walls together. Look for signs of possible structural deterioration.

5. Cracked Walls

Sign that foundation has moved/shifted, should be inspected to determine the exact cause.

6. Peeling Paint

Sign that the wall has taken moisture inside, as
Paint will not stick to a wet surface.

7. Rust on Appliances or Furniture

Look for rust on bottoms of furnaces, water heaters, and other metal appliances. Signs of dampness and water evaporation.

8. Dry Rot

Dark brown/black fungus. Grows on walls and other surfaces. Grows mostly on wooden surfaces, causing wood to decay.

9. Warped Paneling

Moisture will cause paneling to bow and discolor, commonly at the bottom portion of the paneling

Waterproofing your home not only increases your home's value, it also will give you peace of mind for many years to come, knowing your most valuable possession is safe and sound.