Basement Waterproofing Systems – What are Your Options?
It is incredibly easy for moisture to invade your home. Most people think that if they live in a relatively dry climate that they won’t have to worry about things like basement waterproofing systems (or any waterproofing at all). What surprises these people is just how easy it is to flood a basement and case water damage from a water source inside the home. Even worse, the moisture level in most basements is higher than it is anywhere else in the house because the basement doesn’t have the moisture relief methods that are available in the rest of the home. For those who are interested in learning about the different basement waterproofing systems available, here is a quick rundown of the systems that are available to you:
1. Exterior Fountain Drains (also known as the “French Drain”)
These are moisture relief methods that are usually installed in houses that are constructed in parts of the world that regularly see heavy rain showers and terrible weather patterns. This system involves a draining mechanism that is built on the outside wall of your home’s foundation. It moves the water through an in-ground drainage system and moves the moisture away from your basement walls. (more…)
