The costs associated with repairing a home that has been damaged from water flooding are astronomical in comparison to the costs of waterproofing that would have prevented the flooding from occurring in the first place.
To permanently stop water and water vapor from entering your foundation walls, you need to waterproof them. Waterproofing will prevent flooding from occurring and will bridge foundation cracks when they start to occur. Unlike the brittle tar-based compounds, waterproofing materials retain their elasticity and some variants of waterproofing actually have self-sealing properties.
In order to help you detect a flood before disaster strikes, we recommend that you pay attention to the following factors:
1. If you detect cracks in the foundation of your basement floor, walls or ceilings, these are obvious signs that your basement is under the risk of flooding.
2. If you see water dripping or running down your basement walls or seeping through cracks this could be an indicator that there is something wrong with your home foundation.
3. If you sense or feel water and dampness on your wall, immediately seek a professional inspection.
4. If the yard area around your home is constantly damp and wet, this may mean one of the water pumps is broken and leaking into your yard.
Visit our website to learn more about Renco Home Improvements services or to speak to our team of renovation specialists to schedule your waterproofing project today. 613-859-2228.
