With every passing day, the arrival of spring in Ottawa gets closer and closer. In addition to whatever spring cleaning tasks on your to-do list, you may also be thinking about tackling a home renovation project. Since it’s the season of renewal, what better time to plan a new kitchen renovation or design the ultimate man cave hangout in your basement? If you don’t include basement waterproofing in your plans, an unforeseen basement leak could turn your subterranean paradise into a moldy disaster.
So before you jump into your spring renovation project in the basement, keep the following things in mind:
Water damage in an unfinished basement is bad enough, but if you’re invested a lot of money to renovate the basement and your cherished La-Z-Boy recliner and a flat screen TV call the basement home, water damage is a nightmare. Protect your basement and belongings from water damage with basement waterproofing from City Residential Foundation Repair. Before you start the renovation process, we’ll inspect your basement and foundation for any cracks, gaps, or other warning signs. We’ll give you an estimate of what needs to be done, and then we get to work. We are fully licensed and insured and our waterproofing solutions will keep your basement dry and safe for years to come.
If you had basement leaks in the past, it is possible that there is already mold or mildew present. The last thing that you want to do is built on top of existing mold growth and trap this hazard in the walls or under the floor. You may be able to spot mold yourself – those telltale black/green spots and splashes, that nasty musty smell. Even if there are no obvious signs of mold growth, it may be a smart move to bring in mold remediation specialists to assess the space. This way, you can ensure that your basement renovation is built in a clean, healthy environment.
Before you get your renovation project underway, it is a wise idea bring in a foundation repair expert to inspect the foundation. It is better to do this before work begins, otherwise you could be halfway through your renovation only to discover a leak. It is always more expensive and takes longer to remove and replace drywall than to do repairs on an unfinished space. Unless you are lucky, almost all basements need repairs due to foundation settling or some other cause.
Get in touch with City Residential Foundation Repair for all your foundation repair and basement waterproofing needs in the Ottawa area!
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