A leaky basement can be a serious problem for Madison homeowners. Once leaks begin, dampness and moisture can lead to problems with pests and water damage and even serve as a health hazard.  Leaks may be caused by a variety of issues, with waterproofing the basement walls being one of the best preventative measures you can take.  

Benefits of Waterproofing Your Home

Leaks in the basement usually occur as the result of broken plumbing, leaking windows, poor outside drainage, groundwater, and sewer backup. If you want to protect your basement and home from these damages and others, waterproofing is the answer. Waterproofing the basement walls provides added protection against leaks and gives homeowners peace of mind and assurance, knowing their home is not at risk of damages caused by leaks. Benefits of waterproofing the basement walls include:

• More Living Space: When you waterproof the basement, it eliminates the risk of leaks and standing water, in turn providing more living space for your family. When the basement has been waterproofed, you have an entire extra area of space readily available to enjoy.
• Prevent Structural Damage: Structural damage can result from unrepaired leaks. Rotting wood is a big problem that affects Madison homeowners when leaks are not repaired in the basement. Damage may seem minor at first but it only worsens if not prepared in a timely manner.
• Prevent Basement Flooding: Basement flooding can occur after a storm or can be the result of sewer backups or seepage of groundwater through floor cracks. It is a big headache that can be avoided by simply waterproofing your space.
• Eliminate Smells: Odors in the home make everyone uncomfortable. So often, musty scents can be attributed to leaks in the basement, of which you can prevent by waterproofing.
• Protect Your Family’s Health: The biggest benefit of waterproofing is the protection provided to your family’s health and well-being. Mold, mildew, and other health concerns can result from stagnant, built-up groundwater. You are protecting yourself, your health, and that of your family when you choose to waterproof.

 

Unique Options for Basement Waterproofing in Madison

At Southern Crawl Space, we use the MaxxBarrier waterproofing systems. We’re the only authorized dealer in Alabama to use the product, giving homeowners an extra sense of protection. Southern Crawl Space offers moisture control services, including basement and crawlspace waterproofing, drainage system installation, and vapor barrier installation. SCS guarantees to fix your moisture issues permanently. Our trained team of technicians utilizes only the best solutions for your basement or crawlspace. We are proud to offer LumberKote™and MaxxBarrier™waterproofing sealers by WatsonSeal. We are Alabama’s ONLY Watson Seal Authorized Dealer.  If you have a service request, give us a call. We will happily provide a free inspection and service estimate.