The moisture that is present in a basement can ruin the walls and floors, cause mold growth and even damage the roofing.

Marlton, NJ -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/21/2014 -- Solving a wet basement issue is one of the most important steps that can be taken to protect a home's value, as well as the health of the residents of the home.

Not only will a wet basement smell and feel nasty, it also poses a large risk to the value of the home. If the problem is left unchecked, the moisture that is present in a basement can ruin the walls and floors, cause mold growth and even damage the roofing.

The good news is that wet basements are extremely easy to fix by simply diverting gutter water from the foundation of the home and clearing the gutters regularly. However, if the problem has originated from another source, such as water flowing down toward a house, water seeping from under the ground or being backed up in the municipal storm drains, homeowners will have to take much more aggressive action and call a professional basement waterproofing company.

Some strategies that can help keep water out of a basement are highlighted here.

Use Gutter Extensions
If a home's downspout is dumping water that is less than five feet from the house, the water can be guided further out by using metal or plastic gutter extensions. However, this is not the most effective, or the best long-term solution, especially if the homeowner may trip over these or hit these with a lawn mower. Instead, consider investing in an underground drain pipe, which has the ability to move large amounts of gutter water much further away from the home.

Plug any Gaps
If there is dripping water into the home's basement through gaps or cracks that surround plumbing pipes then gaps should be plugged with polyurethane caulk or hydraulic cement. A plug will work when the problem is that there is a hole that is allowing the water to go through a joint where the walls and floor meet or up through the floor. However, if the issue is groundwater a simple plug will not be the answer.

Restore the Crown
If the gutters are draining water properly and all holes have been plugged, but there is still water dribbling into the crawl space or basement or high up the foundation walls then it means that the surface water is not able to drain from the house as it needs to.

This may mean that the house is sitting on a crown of soil that is not sloped properly. As the soil around the foundation of a home settles, it will also dissipate. This can be built back up with dirt and a shovel.

Using these tips a wet basement issue can be rectified, helping to preserve the value of the home, as well as the health of those that reside within its walls.

About Select Basement Waterproofing
Select Basement Waterproofing is "Proud to be recognized as the industry's leader in customer satisfaction for residential waterproofing, basement finishing and foundation repair. Select is a family owned business with over 40 employees, which provides top notch services to home owners throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware. And all work is performed and supervised by Mike Klukiewski, the Founder of Select Basement Waterproofing, inc www.selectwaterproofingusa.com

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Basement waterproofing is almost a necessity these days.

Marlton, NJ -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/27/2014 -- A finished basement can be a wonderful place for a homeowner to get away from it all and an unfinished basement is the perfect place for storage that is out of sight. Many times, the basement is where the furnace and water heater are located as well. When water begins to seep into the basement, then it can ruin everything that's in it. Leaky basements can also propagate mold growth, which can be a health hazard.

Basement waterproofing has become almost a necessity these days, but many homeowners don't understand the importance or are nervous about what it entails. Homeowners can expect basement waterproofing to be like most other major home repairs and improvements.

A Home Visit

Before a waterproofer can fix anything, a must is to know what is causing the leak. Common problems include cracks in the foundation, seepage from the outside and bad basement drainage. When it rains, the ground near the house can become super saturated and this can lead to water coming in through windows, cracks in the foundation and through the concrete itself.

The waterproofer will come to evaluate the causes of the basement leakage. If it's simply seepage cause by the ground, then a suggestion of some exterior water proofing or cleaning of gutters so water doesn't pool at that area of the house.

If it's cracks in the walls or foundation, then a suggestion will be a few interior waterproofing options or a mix of both of interior and exterior.

Exterior WaterProofing

The best way to keep basements from leaking is keeping the water out of the house. The water proofer will go to the outside wall of the house for exterior waterproofing, which is the preferred method of the International Building Code. It begins by digging up the ground by the basement walls and sealing them with waterproofing membrane and new drainage, such as tiles. Also using polymer-based sealants for exterior cracks, which are not impacted by soil acidity and are flexible to accommodate foundation movement.

Interior Waterproofing

If the water is seeping in through condensation, then the waterproofer will coat the walls with a substance that keeps water out. Coatings are not good for major leaks. Sealants can help fill in cracks in the walls and may be used in conjunction with a coating. The sealant is pressure injected into the walls to make sure it penetrates the foundation all the way to the outside of the home.

If the walls are under high pressure, then sealants may not be enough. The waterproofer will create an interior drainage system by drilling holes into the blocks and allowing the water to drain to a sump pump. This is the most effective way of keeping the basement free of water.

If the foundation is very cracked with large openings, then the best course of action may require actual foundation repair by a masonry company. For all repairs the best option is to call Select Basement Waterproofing. Experts for many years in keeping basements dry.

About Select Basement Waterproofing
Select Basement Waterproofing is "Proud to be recognized as the industry's leader in customer satisfaction for residential waterproofing, basement finishing and foundation repair. Select is a family owned business with over 40 employees, which provides top notch services to home owners throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware. And all work is performed and supervised by Mike Klukiewski, the Founder of Select Basement Waterproofing, inc www.selectwaterproofingusa.com

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Don't wait until it's to late. Waterproofing a basement will ensure this will not happen.

Marlton, NJ -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/24/2014 -- The Cost of a Flooded Basement

No homeowner thinks that it will happen, but the truth of the matter is that a basement can flood even if the storm of the century isn't brewing around town. It can happen to any person, at any time. It could be simply a heavy rain or other problems that cause an improperly insulated and unprotected basement to flood and cause such massive damages to be felt. The process can happen very quickly and cause massive amounts of damage in no time at all.

Basement Flooding Damage

Most homeowners are shocked to learn that it could cost as much as $8,000 to repair damages that have resulted due to a flooded basement. While a shocking number it is certainly very much a real number, and this could be the fees that it takes to make repairs after a flooded basement.

What's the reasoning behind these massive costs? It is imperative that homeowners consider all of the things that are so easily damaged during a flood. After a flood the floors, walls and inside systems can all face damage, but the belongings that homeowners have inside can also easily become damaged or ruined. To make the necessary repairs and replacements, added with the value of the items damaged, money being spent on the project can easily tally the $10,000 mark, and sometimes even more.

Eliminating the Costs

Once the damage is done there is little that homeowners can do other than call in a repair man and hope for the best, even when costs are this excessive. What can be done is an elimination of those costs by way of waterproofing. The professionals at Select Basement Waterproofing, Inc. offer waterproofing at its best. A company with integrity, value and commitment, ensuring that flooding woes are no longer of concern to homeowners. With the help of this professional company rain is no longer a scary weather condition and full protection is in place at all times.

What is Basement Waterproofing?

Basement waterproofing uses techniques that prevent water from entering the home and causing this massive damage that can ruin so much and cost such an enormous amount of money. There are three common methods of basement waterproofing available, including wall and floor sealing, interior water drainage and exterior drainage with sealing. A waterproofing company can help all homeowners determine which method of waterproofing is best for their needs as well as make the necessary additions and changes to the home.

Getting the Job Done

Homes that are not waterproofed already are in great danger of damages occurring. Basement waterproofing is one of the specialties that Select Basement Waterproofing Inc. provides. The sooner that the call is made the sooner the protection can be something that is enjoyed. It is well-worth the small amount of money that it will cost homeowners –far short of the $8,000+ it could cost to repair damages after the flooding has occurred. Don't take any chances in when it comes time to protecting such a valuable investment.

About Select Basement Waterproofing
Select Basement Waterproofing is "Proud to be recognized as the industry's leader in customer satisfaction for residential waterproofing, basement finishing and foundation repair. Select is a family owned business with over 40 employees, which provides top notch services to home owners throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware. And all work is performed and supervised by Mike Klukiewski, the Founder of Select Basement Waterproofing, inc www.selectwaterproofingusa.com

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High humidity levels in the basement increase electricity bills between 15%-25%

Marlton, NJ -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/23/2013 -- Basements are often the last place of one's home which undergo repairs and upgrades. The main reason for that is that they are often the least visited rooms of a house, usually used for storing items that are no longer needed, or such items that are only needed a few times throughout the year.

Reducing Bills
However, waterproofing a basement could lead to a significant reduction in electricity bills. High humidity levels in the basement increase electricity bills between 15%-25%. This is mainly because more energy is required to heat up water, rather than air, to a certain temperature. Another factor is the staleness of the air, which becomes an obstacle to proper air ventilation in the rooms.

Water Can Get In
Water can get in the basement through cracks in the walls, small holes in the windows, bad packing/gasket, or from vaporization of liquids put in containers without a cover over them. When water gets inside the basement, it will eventually evaporate, increasing the air humidity. Besides increasing electricity bills, humidity in the basement will slowly begin to cause problems with the building, like damaging wood beams, causing metal to rust, and letting mold develop in the basement, which is both unpleasant to the eye, and very dangerous for people with allergies.

Results Of Water Getting In
A humid and cold basement will result in a colder floor of rooms that are directly over it. Even though it might look insignificant, it is important that one preserves warm temperatures in the basement to pay less for heating up the ground floor. Because warmer air goes up, colder air stays down at the low levels of the room. So on one side there's the basement that is causing the floors to be colder and the natural ascension of heat towards the ceiling of the room. This is usually what makes people turn the thermostat up a few gears.

Controlling Temperatures
The higher the temperature of the basement, the higher the temperature of the floors of the rooms just over it, which will cause a smaller temperature difference between the lower levels of the rooms and the higher levels of the room.

In the summer, it will take much more energy to cool water than it will to cool air. The reason why water requires more energy to have its temperature changed is its density. Because it is more dense than air, it is harder to both cool and heat up.

Fixing The Issue
The basement might look like the room in a home that is rarely used for anything but storage, but it can certainly contribute to lower electricity bills both in the summer and the winter. It is a worthwhile long-term investment, besides increasing the value of the house if it is eventually to be sold.

Call The Professionals

About Select Basement Waterproofing
Select Basement Waterproofing is "Proud to be recognized as the industry's leader in customer satisfaction for residential waterproofing, basement finishing and foundation repair. Select is a family owned business with over 40 employees, which provides top notch services to home owners throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware. And all work is performed and supervised by Mike Klukiewski, the Founder of Select Basement Waterproofing, inc www.selectwaterproofingusa.com

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