Waterproofing your home is very important. Water infiltration of any sort can lead to major problems such as mold, insect infestations, rotted wood, damaged masonry, or in extreme cases, even building failures.
The most common causes of water infiltration are poor drainage around your home, clogged splash blocks and underground drains, or even a leaky hose bib. Detecting water leaks can be very tricky but if you take a logical and methodical approach most homeowners should be able to detect their own leaks. Here are some methods to waterproof your home.
Roof and Gutters
Inspect roof for obvious signs of damage or missing pieces. Also make sure your gutters are not bent down in the middle and they flow properly.
Down Spouts and Splash Blocks
Inspect all downspouts to make sure they are attached to the gutters properly and are connected to your house. Also confirm that any elbows, bends, or connections are properly attached and clear of debris. Make sure your splash blocks (the concrete or plastic blocks at the bottom of your downspouts) are in place and sloping away from your house.
Grading and Drainage
All dirt, mulch, grass, side walks, patios or whatever surrounds your house must slope away from the house and continue sloping for at least 8 feet. Make sure all splash blocks and downspouts slope with the grade.
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It happened to me at my old home about 7 years ago, mildew was extremely bad from an area that we couldn't even identify until bugs started congregating torwards it from the outside. It was then I noticed the downstairs beginning to fall apart. It was a tragic night, filled with spiders.
ReplyDelete-Adam Ahmed
Waterproofing Contractor Bronx