Home Inspections 101: Mold, Water, & Basement Waterproofing

Our grandparents dealt with asbestos, parents, and radon when buying a home. Those are still factors but today we have mold to contend with when purchasing a property. The countless examples of health ailments and even fatalities related to mold exposure are terribly disconcerting.

The basement waterproofing system, aka "drain-tile system" installed by Statewide Basement Systems, will provide a proper solution for water & moisture problems in the crawlspace & basement. 

When soils have been taxed to the point where the soils ability to percolate at a fairly quick pace the groundwater naturally goes to the next available area offering the least resistance. Since cement is porous and many of our homes' foundations are sub-grade, they provide an obvious place to infiltrate.

The pressure continues to build in a particularly "wet" event (rainstorm or snow thaw), hence, a more forceful pressure is exerted against the foundation or buildings footprint.

Crawlspaces are sometimes overlooked 

by home inspectors, so be sure your inspector has 

done a thorough inspection and you are fully informed. 

Nobody likes surprises, especially after the purchase of a 

property. 

Other questions you might want to ask: 

Is the work guaranteed? 

How long has the company been in business? 

Do you have the necessary insurance to perform the work on my home?

Perhaps obvious questions to many, but some folks still do not ask these basic questions of their Home Inspectors.

If you have a question we can help with please call us at 845-635-8084.

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Crawlspace Encapsulation and Healthy Homes

If you have been considering a basement waterproofing system for your home or perhaps a Crawlspace encapsulation to control water and humidity levels you are on the right track.

Properly securing your home and addressing mold dampness and/or water problems is one of the most critical components of a great property and sought out by new buyers.

Statewide Basement Systems offers many services when addressing a damp or wet Crawlspace and for all Basement waterproofing solutions and remodeling possibilities.

Should you have a Crawlspace that is in need of encapsulation or a wet basement that needs a professional waterproofing company to install a quality basement waterproofing system, call us at 845 635 3040.

Statewide Basement Systems Basement Waterproofing and Mold Remediation of NY& CT

Statewide Basement Systems Waterproofing and Mold Remediation
Basement Waterproofing Systems by Statewide Basement Systems of NY & CT provide protection for your family and property. SBS also provides Mold Remediation and Crawlspace Encapsulation services. Many homes have been effected by water damage due to water intrusion, plumbing leaks, and dampness. Left untreated these water events wreak havoc on the structure of a home as well as the health risks to inhabitants and our Indoor Air Quality.

If you have been effected by water in your current home or commercial property or are considering purchasing a property with dampness or water issues, call Statewide Basement Systems for an inspection and remediation plan. If you need to install an SBS Home Waterproofing System, order a lab test, Mold Remediation, Install a sump pump or simply have peace of mind knowing that your property is safe and healthy. Give SBS a Call Today. We will be glad to help.
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Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County, Basement Waterproofing

 

A proper Home Basement Waterproofing System is a sound investment, especially with greater and stronger water events in the Northeast. Water damage is a terrible event to go through. Sentimental items are often damaged, our homes are sometimes uninhabitable, health risks linger, and home value is lost. Will your insurance coverage take care of the remodeling and basement waterproofing system installation to prevent future water damage, and mold growth and damage? These are questions the well i'/nformed homeowner knows the answer to before the water damage and basement and crawlspace water problems occur.

If you have a basement water issue and need to have a basement waterproofing or crawlspace waterproofing system installed call us today. 845 635 3040.

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Statewide Basement Waterproofing Systems and Avoiding Mold Risks & Mycotoxins

Mold Hazards, Wet Basement Waterproofing System

Keeping Your Home above Water

Basement waterproofing systems are designed to alleviate hydrostatic pressure and direct water outside the home and protect the interior space. Indoor air quality is also enhanced when humidity levels and potential for mold growth is diminished by getting rid of the water.
After all, water, organic material, and heat can produce alot of mold colonies quickly. The mold colonies are then spreading by eating the cellulose, organic matter, such as paper faced gypsum or sheetrock, and other organic materials that we build homes with and stuff in our storage nooks and basements. Not to mention the many porous furniture materials, along with wood and cloth. Mold absolutely loves this stuff.

Water damaged sheetrock feeds alot of mold colonies and produces billions of spores

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When people are around toxic mold they are exposed to airborne mycotoxins by breathing. These mycotoxins end up in the lungs and cause breathing problems and other severe symptoms. Mycotoxins are toxins produced by certain species of mold. These mycotoxins are some of the most toxic substances in existence. To make matters more difficult, mycotoxins (.01 microns) are smaller than mold spores and spores are roughly 1 to 10 microns, and invisible to the naked eye. By comparison, a human hair is 100 microns.

When one considers the risks of living in the home after a water event like flooding or plumbing leak or break, or hydrostatic pressure forcing the foundation walls of the basement to leak water into the building envelope through capillary action, it is smart to call a professional waterproofing and mold removal, remediation company and leave the home until the water and mold have been properly remediated.

If you have a water or mold problem and would like help, give Statewide Basement Systems a Call Today. You will be glad you did. 845 635 3040.

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Basement Waterproofing 101; Winter Protection 

Basement waterproofing in the cold,harsh New York and Connecticut winter weather is crucial when contending with water damage from thawing snows, powerful rain, and flooding that can be downright deadly.

Basement Waterproofing tips from Statewide Basement Systems can be put into practice to avoid the need for basement waterproofing if you are fortunate, or perhaps to stem the tide a bit, or require Water Damage Restoration Services.

1. It is very important to avoid basement flooding  or water damage from occurring due to poorly installed gutter systems.

2. Ensure the leader pipes extending downward along the corners of the home are pointed away from the foundation. This can sometimes lead to increased water around the foundation walls, increasing hydrostatic pressure.  

3. Look around the house. If your basement is flooding, cinder block walls are leaking, or poured foundation walls are showing signs of dampness, check this out.
Inspect the grading of soil around perimeter of foundation and check for slope. Grade away from the home to avoid water traveling toward the foundation and causing basement water intrusions, flooding, and the need for professional water damage restoration services.

If you have a basement in need of Basement Waterproofing, Call Statewide Basement Systems 845 635 3040, or visit us online. Statewide Basement Systems serves New York and Connecticut and would be glad to help protect your home from basement flooding. 

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