Water in Your Basement

We do not recommend that you attempt a DIY waterproofing process. The potential drawbacks are many. It is far safer and more effective to let a professional with the proper skills and experience undertake the work for you. 

DIY Disasters 

The problem with DIY waterproofing has two main elements. First and foremost, it is very hard for non-professionals to fully assess the needs and complexities of a basement that is dealing with damage and dampness. This is partly because of a lack of experience, but also because there are often structural issues at work. If you do not account for these issues, your waterproofing will be ineffective and could even create an incubator environment for dampness, mold, and pests. 

Likewise, non-professionals often find it hard to get all of the best and most up-to-date products for basement waterproofing. This means that even if you successfully waterproof your basement alone, you are likely to pay more for a less effective and durable result because of the quality of the products. As such, it pays to hire a professional. 

Professionals Get the Job Done 

Not only do professionals have access to the best possible products and tools, they have the skills to put them to most effective use. Furthermore, professionals can deal with any complications that present themselves. Unlike most amateurs, professionals will have dealt with most situations before, even if the specifics differ a little. This means they will be able to act and react seamlessly without the need for unnecessary pauses or the redoing of work that has already been completed as a result of miscalculation or accidental damage.   

This becomes incredibly important when you are dealing with structural and foundational issues like settlement, subsidence, and things like bowing walls. Professionals will also have the equipment and tools needed for structural repair to hand, meaning that you will not have to wait for them to be able to deal with your property’s subsidence, deteriorating walls, or damaged basement window wells. Instead, they will be able to keep the process of repair and waterproofing moving at a steady pace, while offering a consistently high-quality result at a reasonable cost. In fact, because of all these issues, professional waterproofing is very often cheaper than DIY in the long run.

As tempting as it is to ignore seemingly “small” basement leaks, you should always fix basement leaks as soon as you notice them. The problem is that so-called “small” basement leaks can very easily turn into much larger basement leaks and completely flood your basement. This is especially true if you don’t have a sump pump to drain out the water.

Costs vary based on damage severity and chosen solutions. Ohio Basement Systems provides free inspections, transparent pricing, no-obligation estimates, and various financing options. Contact us today to learn more.