Do you ever wish you had a waterproofing contractor buddy who you could call up and shoot questions to? Well, here’s the next best thing. Here are five of the most common questions that every waterproofing contractor gets asked, and answers for them.
“We don’t live in the basement; we just use it for storage. Do we really need to worry about basement waterproofing?”
Answer – Even if you don’t ever use your basement, you should still have it waterproofed. This is not just because of water damage to stuff stored down there, but also the fact that the air moves upward. If you’ve got humid, musty air down there, it will migrate to the rest of your house and make it difficult to maintain control over your humidity everywhere.
“Are mold and mildew really that dangerous?”
Answer – Mold and mildew cause a lot more than just bad smells. Certain types of mold are highly toxic and all cause at least mild allergic reactions. When mold in the basement dries, its spores become airborne. These spores can easily be inhaled, and from there they can cause all sorts of health problems, ranging from sneezing and coughing to serious ailments like asthma and chronic fatigue syndrome.
“Does waterproofing save me money on my utility bills?”
Answer – To be honest… No. Not directly anyway. But indirectly it can make an impact. If your basement is well-protected against the elements, it will also keep your air inside. This will make some impact on your utility bill. Basement waterproofing will save you money in other ways because you’ll avoid flood damage, mold infestations, insect infestations and other water-related worries.
“Should you waterproof crawl spaces?”
Answer – Absolutely. All of the things mentioned above go for crawl spaces as well. You might want to consider crawl space encapsulation, which means completely sealing the area off from the outside. This will cut down on bugs and moisture, and it WILL save on your utility bills.
“Can I do my own basement waterproofing?”
Answer – With them, you can be absolutely sure that the job will be done right. With them, you can be absolutely sure that the job will be done right.
At Scaldino Basement Solutions we stands by New Jersey and Staten Island, NY families in their journey to achieving a healthier home. We promise to deliver the highest quality and oustanding customer service.
