Home Waterproofing

Did you recently wander into your basement and find damp spots on the walls and flooring?

While basements are often seen as dank and dark areas perfect for storing mostly unused pieces of furniture or other household items, they do require regular maintenance — like waterproofing — to protect the overall quality and condition of your home.

Many homes, when they're initially built, have a protective waterproof coating applied to basements and bathrooms. But over time, these layers can wear down, allowing water to penetrate the concrete's porous surface. This can cause cracking and other severe damage to the structure of your home or building. To best prevent these structural issues and inconveniences and save on repair costs, homeowners should regularly note the condition of their basement areas and keep their basements properly waterproofed.

Waterproofing Basics

Waterproofing is the process of applying a protective barrier to basements, foundations or other exposed surfaces intended to keep basements dry and prevent harmful water intrusion. By keeping excess moisture away from your basement, you can prevent damage to the structure of your home, stop mold growth from forming, avoid wood rot or metal corrosion, reduce home humidity levels and prevent damage to items stored in basement areas.

How Do Basements Get So Damp?

When you think about your basement, you probably recall images of a gray and damp place. But how is it possible for some basements to get so wet? Most Northern New Jersey basements are constructed from porous concrete materials. When your home was built, the contractor likely applied a waterproof coating to the surface of the concrete to prevent excess moisture, but over time these waterproof products can degrade and eventually wear off completely.

Once the waterproof coating has deteriorated, your home is more likely to experience external moisture intrusion, often caused by:

• Cracks in the surface of your basement's concrete from material expansion and contraction caused from outside temperature fluctuations.
• Openings in the structure of your basement to allow for plumbing and cable access.
• High water tables in your area that are often higher than the top level of basement floors and create hydrostatic pressure against the walls of your basement.
• Large amounts of frost buildup around the foundation of your home during the winter months.

When to Have Your Basement Waterproofed

Most Monmouth County homeowners won't know when their initial waterproof coating has deteriorated completely, but by spotting early warning signs of excess moisture in your basement, you can proactively find quality solutions to prevent further structural and property damages. Start to look for standing water or damp, wet spots on walls and floors, note any condensation buildup on external water pipes, and regularly check for damage in the surface of your concrete, like cracks or divots.

When you note these common signs of excess moisture in your home, contact your local Monmouth County waterproofing experts at 2 River Group to visit your home and create a personalized waterproofing solution to suit your home's specific needs. We'll identify the source of your water intrusion, applying the highest-quality waterproofing products and ensuring long-lasting home protection for years to come.

Benefits of Waterproofing Your Home

Your local home improvement store likely offers several products you can use to waterproof your basement. But for the best quality and most effective results, homeowners should trust a professional company for their Monmouth County, Ocean County and Jersey Shore home waterproofing needs. By trusting a professional waterproofing specialist, you can expect:

• Industry Experience: Not every basement is alike, and an expert can quickly identify the cause of your excess water buildup and recommend long-term, specific solutions to fix the problem and waterproof your basement.
• Advanced Tools: A waterproofing company has access to specialized, advanced industrial tools and products that will improve the long-lasting and economical effectiveness of your home's waterproofing.
• Better Quality Control: With years of practical industry experience, waterproofing technicians will be better equipped to note the cause of your issues and make quality repairs that won't negatively affect other areas of your home. Professionals will also provide workmanship warranties as an added assurance.
• Insured Results: By choosing a company with proper insurance, you can rest assured that any potential property damage will be efficiently accounted for and taken care of.
• Long-Term Savings: Proper waterproofing performed by a professional using the proper tools and equipment will provide home protection for many years without inefficiencies or premature wearing-out, whereas store-bought solutions may only be a temporary fix you'll have to address again in the near future.

Contact 2 River Group Today to Schedule Waterproofing Services

At 2 River Group, our team understands the importance of keeping your basement dry and safe to improve the longevity and condition of the structure, and that's why we offer quality, reliable waterproofing solutions to properly seal your basement against harmful moisture intrusion.

Our team has provided effective home waterproofing services for homeowners throughout Monmouth County, NJ, and beyond. With our waterproofing services, we guarantee lasting protection, safety and efficiency, matched with superior customer experiences. In an effort to always remain the most trusted waterproofing professionals throughout Northern New Jersey, we also offer free inspections and project estimates, workmanship warranties and emergency services.

To learn more about our waterproofing services, call us today at 732-383-7871 or fill out our online contact form.

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