Just Because You Don't See It, Doesn't Mean It Isn't Happening

Water damage leaves tell-tale signs in basements, if you know what to look for. This homeowner said she only ever had moisture and dampness in her basement, but never flooding. Her basement tells a different story.

This homeowner had an unfinished wall in the middle of her basement. The black rotting wood at the floor is a common sign of water damage. There is also a hole in the plastic which left a gateway for moisture to get in the insulation. The rest of the plastic will help keep the insulation moist and create a happy home for mold.

The homeowner had a large concrete sink supported by a metal and wood frame. When the sink was removed, large amounts of rust and rotted wood were discovered on the lower portion of the frame. This is another indicator this basement has experienced or is experiencing periods of standing water.

Finally, wood stairs can be incredibly helpful in determining if a basement floods, and just how high the water reaches. The bottom step is discolored, rotted, and is missing paint. Standing water can be detrimental to basement fixtures.

If you see any of these signs in your basement, call us today for a free, no obligation estimate for ridding your basement of moisture and flooding once and for all.