Keeping your home safe and protected from all kinds of damp and mildew is important. Your house is sadly going to be at risk of developing all manner of issues unless you look after it properly. If you have a basement, the best place to start is at the very bottom level. Basement damp proofing has become a crucial process for many homes and families who find themselves at risk of developing damp or moist conditions which could pose serious risks to their health. Here at LABS, we are always happy and ready to take on any damp proofing tasks and concerns you may have.
Should I Damp Proof My Basement?
Your basement is going be the room, which is closest to the ground, and therefore, it is going to be at most risk of developing damp conditions by letting water in. Consider where your home is built. Are you at risk of flooding from nearby water sources? Then you are also likely to be at risk from damp and other potentially harmful conditions. For this reason, we always recommend that you damp-proof your property in case the worst possible case scenario occurs.
It may seem simple just to leave your basement to its own devices. While in many cases, there may not be any harm in doing so, we always advise that you take caution. Damp proofing is going to mean that your home is always going to stand resistant against the threat of harmful moisture. Damp conditions can lead to mould, especially black mould, which can have a huge effect on the breathing quality of the air in your home.
Why is My Basement at So Much Risk?
As mentioned, the closest room or space to the ground floor is going to suffer the most when it comes to external moisture and damp. For this reason, you need to be very careful with what you store in your basement. Electrical equipment, for example, could be at risk of getting irreparably damaged from season to season, also timber joists are particularly prone to moisture ingress, unless they’re adequately protected with some sort of barrier protection, such as the membrane protection pictured below.
Damp often starts out in a basement thanks to its lack of waterproofing. While other rooms in your home may be waterproofed and protected, this doesn’t mean your basement benefits from the same protection. Damp and water can easily penetrate the walls of your basement, which puts it at huge risk of developing mould and other problems.
Damp’s Long-Term Problems
Damp may not seem like much of a problem on the face of things. If you don’t use your basement much, you may wonder what the fuss is all about. Ultimately, leaving damp to take hold can mean that you are putting your whole home and your family at risk. Mould and fungus have a habit of rising and crawling through your home, and both can carry enormous health risks. What’s more, if you have ever seen mould or fungus growing on a wall, no matter what room, it is never pleasant to behold.
Basement damp proofing is the perfect solution, if not the best preventative measure, to ensure that your home stays free from nasty damp, fungus and mould which can rise up through the building. By waterproofing your basement, and by preventing moisture from getting through, you are keeping your home clean to breathe in, and pleasant to look at. Damp proofing may not seem like something you need to enter into as a priority, however, it is greatly recommended. This is especially the case if you intend to grow a family, or if you really want to develop your property.
Call in The Experts
LABS offer passionate, knowledgeable experts who have worked with thousands of different basements and other damp proofing jobs over the years. This means you can always rely on us to offer you the most efficient, cost-effective preventative measures for keeping moisture out of where it’s not wanted. Some moisture in the air is necessary – but too much, and your home is going to become a hotbed for nasty bacteria and disease. Why take the risk? It is surely worth the investment to ask an expert to come and take a closer look.
LABS operate in and around Sheffield, and even beyond. Call our team at any time to arrange a free quote and consultation, and to learn more about the damp proofing process. We’re here to help keep your home fighting fit for years to come! Call us on 0114 230 2865 or drop us an email today for more details and let’s get started ASAP.
