Basement Waterproofing
Many people are under the impression that it is normal for
basements to be wet, dark, and dank. While children’s stories and urban legends
have done a good job of reinforcing this stereotype, a wet basement is far from
ideal. Standing water and excess humidity in your basement can have a
devastating effect on your entire building and can even cause serious,
long-term health problems for people who are regularly exposed to this
potentially toxic environment. Turn your wet basement into a dry basement: Contact
the team at Cottrell Basement Waterproofing – Harrisburg today via telephone or
e-mail. We will send a licensed, bonded, and insured basement contractor
out to your address right away to examine your building and provide you with a
long-term solution.
Just a few of the myriad problems that can be caused by wet basements include:
- Mold growth (which can create a variety of health threats)
- Reduced property value
- Damaged to stored objects
- Reduction in usable space
- Structural deterioration (such as foundation cracks)
With more than 22 years of experience, our basement contractors will be able to swiftly locate the source of the excess water and implement techniques that will allow you to enjoy a safe, dry basement for many years to come. Contact us now if you have any reason to believe that your home or business is a good candidate for professional basement waterproofing. Some of the signs of a basement leak include:
- Efflorescence
- Cracks
- Standing water
- Peeling paint
- Rust
- Musty odors
- Mold
- Condensation on surfaces
At Cottrell Basement Waterproofing, we begin by meeting with you to discuss your needs and thoroughly examining your property to pinpoint the source and cause of your basement leaks. Once we’ve established all of the necessary facts, we will determine which basement waterproofing method would be most effective. One of the most popular methods of waterproofing basements is known as a French drain or footing drain system. This is a very effective procedure that involves cutting a small ditch around the interior perimeter of your basement walls. A perforated pipe is installed in the ditch and angled toward a sump pump system before being concealed from sight with a layer of concrete. When water enters your basement through the wall-slab join, it will travel through the pipe and toward the sump pump, which will then push the water out of the building and away from the property.
To learn more about French drain installation or operation, or to hear about other options for waterproofing basements such as hydrophobic sealants, call or e-mail Cottrell Basement Waterproofing – Harrisburg. Our basement contractors can use both interior and exterior waterproofing methods, and we work on residential and small commercial properties alike. Our professionals are your answer for basement waterproofing that makes a wet basement a thing of the past!
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