Preventing water damage in your basement allows you to safely utilize the space and protects the overall value of your home. Acculevel offers comprehensive waterproofing services. Waterproofing refers to managing and controlling the water that enters your house. Here is more information about the benefits of professional waterproofing services:
The foundation absorbs water from wet soil, and hydrostatic pressure from saturated soil causes the moisture to enter the concrete. Excess water from rain or snow increases the risk of flooding. A waterproofing service contractor can place drainage tiles and install a sump pump.
Drainage tiles placed outside the foundation wall move the groundwater along a path, allowing the water to be collected in a sump basin. The pump activates when there are rising water levels and moves the water away from the foundation. This helps prevent flooding. It also prevents overall structural damage to the home, such as foundation shifts. Acculevel also offers tie-backs, or screwlike shafts that help counter hydrostatic pressure and stabilize the basement walls.
Water can enter your basement through wall and floor cracks and floor cove joints, causing dampness. Moist conditions in a basement setting allows for biological growth, and this can spread under the flooring and the walls. Growth in a basement can affect the air you breathe on the main floor, leading to symptoms such as chronic coughing, rashes, and congestion.
Stopping water from seeping into your foundation through crack repair, water drainage systems, and encapsulation helps protect against biological growth. Encapsulation refers to covering the wall with plastic sheeting, which directs water to the drain. These waterproofing methods help keep you and the other residents of the home more healthy by preventing mildew-related illnesses and respiratory disorders. Waterproofing also reduces the chances of spores growing on the drywall or the wooden structural framing, such as beams, sill plates, and joists. This helps with the home’s overall structural integrity.
If your home has already experienced biological growth, a professional contractor can help remove it. Acculevel offers biological growth treatments to prevent its return. These treatment methods include physical removal and chemical cleaner application.
Receiving professional waterproofing services allows problems to be addressed early on. Water can enter your home's foundation and cause damage to subfloors and framing before the moisture is detected. Waterproofing is a preventative measure that addresses these issues before the damage becomes irreversible.
A professional contractor can provide regular maintenance and inspections. This keeps your equipment functional and allows them to identify early signs of drainage issues and leaks. We offer a yearly inspection plan that includes cleaning the sump pit and pump, checking the drainage system, and looking for other risk factors.
Along with preventing structural issues, waterproofing also helps prevent insect infestations from termites and powderpost beetles. Our detailed symptom guide on our website helps identify the causes of water intrusion and cracked concrete, and the recommended treatments. To receive a free estimate for repairs and waterproofing service, the Acculevel team invites you to complete our online form today.
