Preventative Basement Waterproofing in Virginia

While flooding and dampness in the basement can be a troublesome issue for some homeowners in Virginia, it is also an issue that can often be prevented easily. There are a number of steps you can take yourself to keep your protected from basement moisture problems. Consider looking for the following causes of a water problem in your basement and taking action right away:

• Gutter Problems: Your gutters may be defective or clogged, causing rainwater to run down the house and gather around the foundation, where it seeps through the concrete. Install gutters or fix and clean any malfunctioning gutters to prevent water pooling near your foundation. 
• Thick Shrubs and Bushes by Foundation: Large plants right next to the house can keep the soil moist longer, causing the basement walls to be exposed to moisture for longer periods of time. Trim shrubbery often to let sunlight dry the soil faster.
• Open and Bare Basement Window Wells: If the window wells in your home are allowed to collect water and debris, they can allow the water to enter the basement through cracks, especially during severe storms. Invest in window well covers and gravel for drainage in the bottom of the window wells.
• Leaky Plumbing: Plumbing issues are an obvious cause of certain basement moisture issues, and should be fixed as soon as possible.
• Improperly Graded Slopes: If the yard that surrounds your home does not slope away from the house, it may let rainwater collect around the house. The longer this water sits near the home, the greater the chance that it will see through the walls and into the basement. Ensure that your yard is graded properly so that the land slopes away from the foundation, letting water run away from the concrete.

Reducing the Need for Basement Waterproofing in Your Virginia Home

These suggestions are only a few different ways that you can prevent the need for professional basement waterproofing in your home. You should also ensure that water pipes are insulated to reduce condensation, the entire area has adequate ventilation, windows are closed during humid weather and rain, a dehumidifier is installed to reduce dampness, and any cracks in the walls or floors are sealed. These steps will help to keep basement water at bay in your Virginia home.

If there are persistent problems with moisture in your basement, it may be time to invest in professional waterproofing services. Do not let the water in your basement become an issue that you cannot handle – if you cannot find the source and none of the preventative measures listed above are stopping water from entering your home, contact Reliable Waterproofing and Masonry today. We offer several solutions, including sum pump installation and both interior and exterior drainage systems. These solutions will remove water from your basement and keep the area dry for years to come.

Call us right away to learn more about preventing mold growth and other moisture issues in your Virginia home.