Fall means ghosts and goblins, but it can also mean something even scarier: water intrusion. And since water damage can wreak havoc on your home inside and out, it pays to know the signs and to fix the problem sooner rather than later. Taking care of water intrusion now means that your holidays aren’t hindered by a costly home repair bill.
Signs of Water Intrusion
One of the first signs of water intrusion is a musty odor or unexplained dampness/humidity throughout the home, especially in the basement or crawlspace. This is a key indicator that there’s hidden moisture and potentially mold and mildew growth hiding just out of sight. You may also notice discolorations on the ceiling or floors, which can indicate water seepage from above or below, respectively.
As water damage becomes even more of a problem, you could potentially see flaking paint or peeling and bubbling wallpaper on your home’s interior surfaces. Warped or swollen wood, particularly on wooden floors and baseboards, is also common. Doors may become harder to open and close, and you may find that your windows are stuck shut.
Some homeowners don’t know there’s a water problem until there’s an unexpected spike in their water bill. This could indicate a leak somewhere in the plumbing. Unrectified water damage can also cause visible mold and mildew and efflorescence, which is a white, chalky residue that forms on masonry surfaces as minerals from intruding water are left behind during evaporation.
Water damage progression can also cause soft or sagging walls, visible pooling water in the basement, and significant foundation cracks, such as bowing walls, that compromise the structural integrity of your home.
What You Can Do
Water intrusion is a home’s greatest enemy, but it doesn’t have to be. Barrier Waterproofing can help. Whether you’re looking for basement waterproofing or crawl space repair, Barrier Waterproofing Systems has an affordable option to keep your home, family, and investment safe. And if your water damage has threatened your home’s foundation, we have solutions for that, too.
Water intrusion can put a damper on your holidays. Barrier Waterproofing’s waterproofing solutions can help keep your home from becoming a disaster zone. Call us today and see why Barrier Waterproofing Systems is Middle Tennessee’s most trusted waterproofing and foundation repair company.
