Basement Waterproofing: Beating the Water Damage

Waterproofing Basement Before Water Damage Occurs

Statewide Basement Systems

http://www.nybasementwaterproofingsystems.com

There are few things more frustrating than cleaning up after a water event and living with the aftermath of damp, moldy, and smelly conditions. One way to avoid this frustration is to protect your home and one of your biggest investments prior to a water event.

Securing your property against the damaging effects of water intrusion is of the utmost importance. Protection from water with an SBS Home Waterproofing System is a proven method of effectively securing your home or office building from the damaging effects of water intrusion.

Basement Waterproofing & Crawlspace Encapsulation

This is a safe and cost-effective method that will provide a proper water mitigation system that will keep the property dry in the snow thaws and rainstorms that wreak havoc on so many homes.

If you notice a white, powdery substance on the walls or floors of your foundation, you should have a professional waterproofing company inspect the situation. This is one of the signs of water intrusion through cement. Efflorescence is caused by the acidity contained in the water that is making its way through the foundation by way of hydrostatic pressure. This pressure is exerted by the build up of pressure around the foundation walls and cement floor slab when the surrounding earth has been saturated with water and can longer percolate the ground water efficiently. The resulting hydrostatic pressure  forces the groundwater through cracks and fissures , through the cement walls, mortar joints, etc. and produces this crystallized, sometimes chalky substance on the surface of the basement wall and/or floor.

Colors can vary based on various conditions and elements present at your property.

The relief valve effect is provided by Statewide Basement Systems Home Waterproofing System by way of a 4" conduit which allows for groundwater to be navigated away, thus releasing the hydrostatic pressure from the walls and floor, thus reducing this damaging effects of water intrusion into the home as well as to the structural integrity of your home. 

It is amazing to see how great the pressure can be given particular conditions, such as type of soil, fill, etc. surrounding the home.

If you have been faced with a water damage, mold, water intrusion event or related challenge, and would like our help, Call SBS at 845 635 3040. We look forward to serving you.

 

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