Top 5 Reasons to Hire a Professional to Waterproof your Basement

Your home provides you and your family with security, identity, belonging, and privacy. However, structural issues in your house, such as a leaking basement and a damaged foundation threaten your haven. Handling a leaking basement is a headache for many people. You may not know what to do or who to turn to for help.

It is best practice to hire a waterproofing professional to get your basement waterproofed and protect your home from adverse water damage. At Everdry, we provide patented, safe, and effective basement waterproofing to meet your needs. Here are more reasons to hire a professional to waterproof your basement.

1. Expertise

Professionals have the knowledge and experience required for basement waterproofing. They identify the cause of basement leakage and address it. Whether the issue is cracking in the foundation, window flooding, over the top seepage, or cove joint leaks, professionals have the expertise to get the issue addressed.

2. Safety

Basement waterproofing is a time-consuming and labor-intensive project with several safety concerns. For example, exterior waterproofing may require a vast trench dug around the perimeter of the foundation of your home. The trench should be both deep and wide to reach the walls of the basement and allow installation of waterproofing parts.

Given the task at hand, you cannot risk doing it yourself or hiring an amateur to do the job. Instead, hire a professional to perform a safe and enduring job. Since most professionals are licensed and insured, in case of damage to your property, you will be compensated.

3. Save Money

Professional costs may be counterintuitive for many homeowners driving them to other ‘cheaper’ options like do-it-yourself in a bid to save money. Unfortunately, DIY basement waterproofing tasks lead to poor results with costly damages and repairs in the long run.

Hiring a professional to handle your basement waterproofing ensures you get the task done right the first time and long-lasting results. Also, waterproofing your basement prevents further water damage that could be expensive to repair in future. Some contractors offer warranty for job done. In case an issue arises in future, they get the work redone at no extra cost.     

4. Quality

Installation inexperience and substandard materials may result in low-quality basement waterproofing that requires repairs and redoing in future. Reputable professionals like Everdry have years of experience in basement waterproofing to offer you the best quality waterproofing techniques available today. They utilize tried and tested methods like French tile, sump pump, interior drainage system, and exterior waterproofing membranes.

Although you may have an idea on how to waterproof your basement, a professional will use the best materials and technologies in the market for top tier results.  Also, professionals have the skills to navigate your unique property challenges to give a high-quality result. 

5. Hassle-free

Hiring a professional to waterproof your basement saves you the hassle, pain, energy, and responsibility of doing it yourself. You don’t have to worry about the materials, equipment, and techniques to use to keep moisture and water from your basement. Instead, sit and relax while the professionals do what they do best to keep your basement and foundation protected.    

Do not make the mistake of taking basement waterproofing lightly and attempting various do-it-yourself ideas to save money. Instead, hire a basement waterproofing professional to offer advice, guide you through the waterproofing process, and guarantee excellent results.

Professionals have the required expertise, experience, and equipment to finish the task in a reasonable time. Do not think of hiring an expert to waterproof your basement as an expense, but a long-term investment. Contact us today for a free basement inspection.