Do you have a slow leak in your basement - seeing mild basement wall leaking in the form of damp spots – got wetness in a corner of the floor - is the air a little damp or musty down there to where it’s noticeable when you go downstairs or you’ve turned on a dehumidifier?
As minor as those tiny leaks may be, don’t ignore them because small basement problems can turn into much bigger ones quicker than you think!
Arrange to have basement repairs made now to prevent these and other problems that can affect your whole house!
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High Humidity - Because they are below ground and the ground holds water, basements that are not properly sealed are predisposed to being humid. Fine cracks, poor wall and floor joints, and other imperfections in the foundation may not let in torrents of water, but small amounts of moisture can cause basement problems. A moist or damp basement can make the whole house damp. Dehumidifiers can help, but they are only a band-aid. The right way to deal with high humidity in the basement or home is to find the slow leaks in the basement and provide the right basement repairs.
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Mold Growth - With moisture comes mold, especially in a basement. Mold loves a warm, damp place to grow in, and what better place than a home with basement wall leaking? Mold growth in corners and on stored items is common in basements in need of leak repairs.
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Indoor Air Quality Issues - The worst and most dangerous part of mold growing in the basement is how it can affect indoor air quality. Mold spores resulting from a basement wall leaking are sucked up into the HVAC and spread throughout the house can cause severe health problems like headaches, allergies, upper respiratory infections, and other health concerns.
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Property Damage - Last but not the least bit less important is how dampness and mold caused by basement wall leaking can destroy your personal property. Anything stored in this area can end up mold or moisture damaged, or even rusted, creating an additional cost that many people forget about. Even stored clothing can come out of a damp basement with a musty smell that may not be removable.
All basement problems, no matter how minor, have the ability to become bigger ones, whether through foundation cracks growing and more water coming in or from mold spores circulation through the house making people sick.
If you notice basement wall leaking, high humidity, mold, or other issues in your basement, hire a foundation specialist to make the necessary basement repairs.