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Helpful Tips For Preventing Excessive Moisture In Your Basement

3 October 2022 by Joyce Rivera

Having a basement as the lowest level of your home can be a good thing. After all, a basement provides you with a lot more square footage that can be used for storage, additional bedrooms, a gaming or entertaining space, or whatever else you might want to use it for. Of course, there are some things you have to worry about with your basement, such as the possibility of moisture being an issue. Although this can be an issue, it doesn't necessarily have to be. These are some of the things you can do if you would like to prevent excessive moisture in your basement.

Have Your Basement Waterproofed

First of all, if you haven't already worked with a basement waterproofing service, it's important for you to do so if you would like to protect your basement from excessive moisture. There are two popular options you can choose from: interior or exterior waterproofing. You may find that interior waterproofing is a better option, since you don't have to worry about the excavation of soil around the outside of your home, and you should find that it's more effective at preventing moisture from being a problem inside your basement. However, you can talk to a waterproofing professional about interior and exterior waterproofing to choose the option that is best for your home.

Install a Sump Pump

If your basement does not already have a sump pump, there is a good chance that you will find yourself dealing with excessive water in your basement. A sump pump is designed to detect rising water levels and pressure. As water levels rise in the pit or basin of your sump pump, the sump pump will begin to work to pump water outside of the home. This helps prevent flooding in your basement. Make sure you purchase a sump pump that is big and strong enough for the size of your basement and make sure you keep up with necessary maintenance to keep the sump pump up and running properly.

Install Gutters on Your Home

If water from your roof is not directed properly, it can accumulate around the foundation of your home. This can lead to both moisture in the basement and foundation damage. Installing gutters and keeping them clean so they will work like they are supposed to can go a long way, though, so this is something you should do soon, if you haven't already.

It's a good idea to do what you can to prevent moisture from being a problem in your basement. Luckily, by following these tips, you should be able to keep your basement nice and dry. 

For more information, contact a local waterproofing contractor. 

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