What Are the Signs You Need Basement Waterproofing?
Spring rain and melting snow can increase the amount of water around your foundation, especially when the surrounding soil becomes saturated. For homeowners in Iowa and Nebraska, poor drainage and excess groundwater can contribute to basement moisture and water intrusion.
Knowing the signs you need basement waterproofing can help you address moisture problems before they lead to more extensive damage.
Signs that you need basement waterproofing are:
- Damp carpet in your home
- The floor vents are rusty
- Musty smell
- Mold and mildew
- Concrete spalling
- High humidity
Excess basement moisture can also encourage mold and mildew growth and negatively affect indoor air quality. Addressing the source of the moisture can help create a drier, healthier environment in your home.
Don’t ignore your wet basement. Let the professionals at Jerry’s Waterproofing inspect your basement and find the best solution for your basement waterproofing needs. We will give you a free estimate for the services that we will perform.
Basement Waterproofing Solutions in Iowa and Nebraska
Jerry’s Waterproofing has many solutions for your basement waterproofing. We offer interior and exterior drainage systems along with installing gutters and downspouts and correct grading.
Interior Basement Drainage
Interior drainage includes the installation of a drainage channel at the base of the wall and slab floor. This will collect the water and drain it into a sump basin. When the sump basin is full, the sump pump will turn on and drain the water away from your home. The sump pump system that we use is manufactured by Earth Contact Products (ECP), the leader in basement waterproofing products in the industry. Installing a perforated drain pipe inside the perimeter of the footings is the most effective solution. This involves removing and replacing the concrete at the edge of your basement or slab wall. Then, install the drain pipe.
Exterior Basement Drainage
Exterior drainage is more costly but is also the most effective. The experts at Jerry’s Waterproofing will dig around the exterior of your home and a drain tile is installed either beside or on top of the home’s footings.
Jerry’s Waterproofing also has the solution for your crawl space. We will use a vapor barrier to encapsulate the crawl space to keep it dry and prevent evaporation from ground moisture.
Keep your basement dry by calling the professionals at Jerry’s Waterproofing today. Our team can identify the source of your basement water problems and recommend an appropriate waterproofing solution. Your energy bills could even go down.
Don’t wait for spring rain to reveal a basement water problem. Contact Jerry’s Waterproofing today for an estimate and find the right waterproofing solution for your Iowa or Nebraska home.