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Issues Created by Wet Basements

Tuesday, March 3rd, 2009

Wet basements are estimated to occur in over 85% of peoples homes at one point in time. 55% of wet basements are going to occur within the first 3 years of new construction. Water in your basement can cause many problems to your homes interior and the foundation and if you do not take care of the issue right away, it can only become worse as time goes on.

A huge issue that comes after having water damage is that mold and mildew can start to grow in the areas that were not dried out and cleaned right away. Certain types of mold can be toxic to you and create health problems. Mold can trigger asthma symptoms, ear infections, fungal sinusitis, and more to make you sick!

Water in your basement can damage items that are stored in the basement, ruining your personal possessions. Think of the sentimental value of some of the things you have in storage. They can’t be replaced! TRUE STORY – I had a box of books and a very special photo album ruined, covered in mold, because I did not know they had gotten wet in my basement.

Wet basements can cause problems to your homes foundation, compromising the integrity of the structure. Water can cause cracks and widen existing ones that you may have and not taken the time to repair. In enough time, your walls could start to buckle inward. This can put a big dent into your checkbook!

In general, when you notice water becoming an issue in your home, have the problem inspected and repaired promptly to prevent further occurrences. To really stay on top of the game, waterproofing your basement before you have problems is a great idea as well. It can give you peace of mind in maintaining not only your home, but also your family’s health.

For a free, no-hassle inspection and estimate contact Jon Bridgan at NoVa Barrier Waterproofing Systems at 540-974-2755 or 703-866-0535 or 804-859-2544. For more information you can visit our website at www.NVBWS.com

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Issues Created by Wet Basements