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SYNOPSIS: The feelings and experiences a family creates make a house a home. Not only are walls, ceilings, and floors constructed, but also a space where one feels secure, at ease, and joyful in every aspect.

Waterproofing Membranes Act As Moisture Barriers

BY: John Greene, Smoky Mountain Crawl Space Systems
Smoky-Mountain-Crawl-Space-Systems-how-do-waterproofing-membranes-act-as-moisture-barriersA house is more than simply a place to live; it also represents the people living inside. The feelings and experiences a family creates make a house a home. Not only are walls, ceilings, and floors constructed, but also a space where one feels secure, at ease, and joyful in every aspect.  Although flawless aesthetics are generally given primary attention when building or designing a structure, they are always in danger if the foundation's current waterproofing is damaged. If the damage becomes bad enough, water can enter the structure, corroding and weakening the structure's strength. Excessive water seepage can cause mold growth, short circuits, paint peeling, and other problems that lower the residential property's inherent value. Many of these problems can be avoided (as a result of general aging) if a suitable waterproofing solution is chosen at the framing stage of construction. The foundation walls can be treated with a waterproofing membrane installation most conveniently at this stage.  If your home has been lived in for quite some time now and is experiencing the symptoms of damage or lack of adequate waterproofing like leaks and more. A professional waterproofing installation is still attainable! Let's examine the considerations when choosing a suitable waterproofing system to grasp the procedure better: • The condition of the foundation surface  • Any cracks that have formed • Type of waterproofing membrane currently installed, if any 

1. The Condition of the Previous Waterproofing Installation 

Your waterproofing's performance will vary depending on the quality of its adhesion to the foundation's surface. Sufficient surface preparation by a professional waterproofing company with a high-quality primer is essential for obtaining the necessary. If it has been installed incorrectly, your waterproofing will not achieve a uniform seal and can malfunction on the front lines of the fight against moisture intrusion!  Our team of professionals here at Smoky Mountain Crawlspace Systems can evaluate the condition of a previous installation for your home to identify any problems that need repair to help your home receive the proper protection it needs. 

2. Repairing Any Already Existing Foundation Cracks

Existing fractures in your foundation can eventually serve as floodgates for water to leak inside your foundation walls and ceiling. This can eventually cause a whole host of problems, including mold growth and water damage. Professional waterproofing installation can render these cracks useless.

3. Waterproofing Membrane Type

Waterproofing membranes must be chosen based on usage scenarios, durability requirements, usage circumstances, and aesthetic preferences. Consult with a professional waterproofing company for their recommendations based on the variables they collect from their evaluation of your home's condition. A correctly and professionally applied waterproofing membrane can maintain the property's moisture resistance for decades!

How Smoky Mountain Crawlspace Systems Can Help

For homes in need of proper waterproofing results, whether construction has been finished or not, choosing Smoky Mountain can help you get adequate results. With years of experience in waterproofing homes across Middle Tennessee, you can rest assured that our know-how will be applied to solving your intruding water woes.  Give us a call today at (865) 299-2315 and schedule a FREE evaluation of our home's current waterproofing situation. Whether your current installation needs repair or to be completely redone, we can help.   

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