Basement Waterproofing in Georgia Can Prevent Loss and Increase Property Value

In a humid climate like that of Atlanta, Georgia, waterproofing your basement becomes even more important in protecting the safety and value of your property. With rainy winters and hBasement Waterproofing in Georgiaot, moist summers, basement waterproofing in Georgia is approached as a preventative measure rather than a reactive measure. With the correct basement waterproofing, your Georgia property or residence can be safeguarded against leaks and floods, as well as the resulting water damage.

Water damage caused by leaks and floods poses health risks to you and structural risks to your home. Moisture promotes the growth of mold and mildew, which has been linked in several studies to asthma, allergies, nausea, disorientation, neurological disorders such as memory loss, and even death. While research is still forthcoming, it is important to be certain there is no excess moisture on your premises that will encourage the growth of harmful mold, which can spread silently and remain unnoticed until employees or family members are already experiencing negative effects.

In addition to all the health risks to people and animals, mold also causes costly and extensive damage to the structure it takes over. This damage can include:

  • Disintegration of wallboards
  • Swelling, weakening, and warping of wood
  • Twisting of support columns due to shifts in the ground
  • Destabilizing of concrete and foundations
  • Increased risk of collapse for stairs, floors, and roofs due to trapped water

Along with all this, floodwater may be contaminated with sewage, disease-carrying insects, and other waste. This poses an even more significant risk to your health. You are also putting your electrical systems and household possessions at risk. One of the most heartbreaking situations we have to deal with at Engineered Solutions is a basement flood that could have been easily prevented. Old photos and boxes of baby clothes, books, and memorabilia are lost in an instant, and homeowners are all too aware that what has been lost can never be replaced.

Contact us today for an inspection of your basement waterproofing system. Georgia residents can rest assured that Engineered Solutions of Georgia is here to protect you, your family, and your home by preventing the losses that are all too often caused by insufficient waterproofing measures. Call us at 678.290.1325.