Basement Waterproofing & Remodeling Plans for 2015

Old Home or New to You

When it comes to damp or wet foundation walls & floors in basements & crawlspaces, it does not matter if the home is new or older. What matters is the health of the space for the occupants of the home.

If there is water leaking in your basement or crawl space you need to do something about it. Foundation leaks, basement flooding, water damage, foul odors, and allergens and mold growth are plenty of reasons to make your home a dry healthy space for you and your family.

Professional waterproofing company, Statewide Basement Systems, recommends having your home inspected by a professional waterproofing company who can recommend proven solutions to a very unhealthy and costly problem.

If you have a Wet Basement or Crawlspace call Statewide Basement Systems 845-635-3040 or visit us at http://www.statewidebasements.com.

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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Protecting Property: Water Damage,Mold, Energy Savings, BasementWaterproofing

Protecting Your Property from Water and Energy Loss

Are we safe from floods and water intrusions in the winter months? 

We must be safe...is a commonly held misconception. 
The fact is we are not protected from water intrusions, in our homes simply because of the beautiful and cold winter weather we enjoy in the Northeastern United States. 
Basement waterproofing, Crawlspace Encapsulation, Spray Foam Insulation, in addition to restoration and remodeling services are popular, although not always welcome, Home Improvement services, during the winter months. 

Much planning and preparation goes into the remodeling process. There are times when an underlying and pressing challenge, (rotting floor joists due to water damage, for example) is discovered at an inopportune time, such as the holidays, and the process of remediation and remodeling is thrust into action, with an understandably palpable sense of urgency. Who wants to be left without a kitchen, especially during the holidays? 
The acumen of the experienced professional is always greatly appreciated during these unusual and disruptive times.

Spray Foam greatly reduces home Heating & Cooling Costs

Statewide Basement Systems, of Pleasant Valley, NY serves Dutchess, Putnam, and Westchester Counties and Fairfield County, Connecticut. 
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"While many causes of flooding are beyond your control, you can take steps to protect your home, no matter where you live" according to Basement Waterproofing expert, John Marto, of Statewide Basement Systems,Inc.™

• Contact an expert to discuss ways to proactively protect your home and property against various weather and water challenges. Maintain elevated furnace, water heater, electric components, especially if you live in a flood prone area. Prepare and maintain an emergency kit and an emergency plan with your family.
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• Listen for emergency warnings to stay posted of updates regarding the storm and community actions.
  
  
• Valuables & furniture should be moved to higher ground.
  
  
• Do Not Handle: flood water. 
  -It may contain oil, gas, and/or sewage.
• -Wash hands before eating.
  -Do not drink water from potentially contaminated sources

If you own investment property or your own home, it is in your best interest to understand the numerous health risks, liabilities, and structural risks associated with a damp or wet Crawlspace, various Molds, Wet or damp Basement conditions. Basement waterproofing and Crawlspace encapsulation is often essential to protect your property by providing the relief of the incredibly damaging effects of hydrostatic pressure bearing against the foundation walls of your property. Floors are also susceptible to hydrostatic pressure and may also be alleviated with the relief provided by a basement waterproofing system, sometimes called a drain tile waterproofing application.

There are various types of flooding that can effect your property. Statewide Basement Systems™ and SBS HomeSolutions™ can provide the knowledge and experience to protect and/or remodel your property. Best of all, each of our processes incorporates our exclusive GreenSmartENERGY™ process which allows for building envelope analysis to be performed on the entire new construction project, or to a smaller scale project such as a bathroom, kitchen, or basement remodel allowing for the most efficient site preparation and material selection. Once the analysis has been completed, we make a detailed plan. Then we begin a smart, energy-saving renovation, basement waterproofing, or SBS SprayFoamEnergy application, that will serve the home and you over the long-term. Our HomeEnergyWizard™ Services has been developed over several rigorous years of real world,energy saving, applications, ongoing field tests and repeated analysis. 

The energy consumed by a home or building that has received as little as on one of the SBS HomeEnergyWizard™ Services has shown remarkable energy efficiency improvements, increased savings of non-renewable resources, reduced utilities bills, as well as increased comfort levels and overall building efficacy. 

Increased useable space is probably one of the most appreciated "daily" reminders that is enjoyed by our customers. Old, drafty, wet, damp, rooms that were  seldom used, avoided, or essentially abandoned have become "family faves" after they have been treated.

If you have an idea about improving your home or property that you would like to realize Call SBS... You'll be Glad you did!
845-635-3040

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