How Foundation Waterproofing Can Save Your Home

by Tim J.

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Construction is a series of very methodical steps taken in order to build a secure home. Some of these can be flexible to some extent, while others can create a nightmare scenario if disregarded. Perhaps, one of the most unnoticed aspects of the construction phase is the importance of waterproofing the foundation. However, this is one of those steps that should not be overlooked.

Homes are built over a water table. Depending on the location of the property, some water tables are higher than others. Excessive rain and flooding can actually raise that table around the foundation of the home, and cause havoc if it isn't properly sealed. Water has a tendency to find its way into just about anywhere it pleases.

When water seeps into the basement a whole host of problems can present themselves to the family living there. One of the more immediate dangers is mold, and the affects it can have on the quality of air breathed in inside the home. Mold on its own can lead to several illnesses of which some are worse than others.

Foundation waterproofing is important to maintain the structure as well. The same problems that spur on an outbreak of mold can be disastrous to studs, and other construction materials found supporting the home. In fact, the mold itself can even cause deterioration in such materials. Therefore, the importance of sealing the foundation properly couldn't be any greater to protect the investment.

Like anything else, there are a few shortcuts on preexisting homes like using tar to do some quick patchwork of any cracks. It's important for homeowners to realize these are just band aid solutions though. The best approach to keeping the moisture out of the basement is to do it right the first time. This is certainly something contractors should be doing as the home is built.

One of the more common methods of sealing these areas around the foundation is by applying a liquid rubber sealant. As subtle as they may be, foundations do expand and contract due to varying temperatures and humidity. Some times this movement can be enough to form a crack. Instead of tar, which will crack as well, the rubber will stay consistent with these shifts, and remain sealed to keep the moisture out.

This liquid rubber can be applied hot or cold following the formation of the foundation walls. The process of applying it is pretty straightforward, though the methods might vary depending on the contractor. Some foundation experts will use a sprayer to apply the rubber. Others may just use a roller, and trowel to get the job done. Whichever way it is applied, this is the most effective foundation waterproofing, and it will ensure that water remains outside of the basement for many years to come.

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