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To achieve a dry basem*nt -- including humidity -- something more may be needed and to create a dry basem*nt, something more may be needed. Moisture can easily travel through the concrete and grout used in your foundation walls and floors - and even more easily through sections of exposed dirt.
Installing a basem*nt waterproofing system inside of your home is a fantastic idea. With all the innovations that have been made in the last decade on old-fashioned drain tile, French drain, and weeping tile systems in Wyoming, along with the modern and more reliable sump pump systems, a waterproof basem*nt is just a phone call away.
Looking for a wet basem*nt solution? Call Foundation Support Systems of Wyoming today for a free basem*nt waterproofing inspection and quote! We serve Sheridan, Casper, Gillette and all areas nearby.
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Step 1: Install a Moisture Barrier on Your Walls and Floors
Avoid water damage. Even a small amount of water can damage your basem*nt and cause problems.
Even when the surfaces of your basem*nt walls and floors look dry at a glance, you can be sure that moisture is entering the basem*nt continually through the concrete in the form of water vapor.
There are several ways to tell if moisture is passing through to your basem*nt. One of the most common is a white, flaky powder that accumulates on basem*nt walls. This is known as efflorescence, and it's left behind as moisture leaves the basem*nt walls and enters the air. Other signs include mold and musty smells in the basem*nt and rust on your pipes, tools, or other metal in the space.
If you're not sure if your basem*nt floor is adding to your basem*nt humidity, check it out by laying a layer of plastic on a section of your basem*nt floor for several days.If the space underneath is damp, then you know the moisture that would have passed into the basem*nt air was instead trapped underneath the plastic.
Basem*nt Wall Systems and Vapor Barriers
Basem*nt wall coatings and paint are notorious for peeling and blistering off basem*nt walls, eventually making the problem worse than ever. The water vapor behind a "waterproof" coating will damage its bond, destroying it in a few years, or even in months!
Instead, Foundation Support Systems of Wyoming recommends installing one of our basem*nt wall systems, like BrightWall®; a plastic wall covering that is mechanically attached to the wall and can be installed as a vapor barrier. These easy-to-install basem*nt wall coverings will brighten the space and keep out moisture permanently.
ThermalDry® Basem*nt Floor Matting
ThermalDry® Basem*nt Floor Matting turns cold, damp, hard concrete into beautiful, dry and comfortable floors! They come in two tile colors, two carpet colors, and parquet to match any decor. The bottom of ThermalDry® Flooring has raised pegs to create an airspace to prevent water vapor from condensing into water droplets underneath your finished flooring.
The modular design of ThermalDry® Flooring allows for fast installation and is ready to use right away! It also allows for any future damaged or worn tiles, such as in a high traffic area, to be replaced without having to replace the whole floor!
Heart set on wall-to-wall carpeting? Install ThermalDry® Subfloor Matting! Unlike wood subfloors, this inorganic, low-profile subfloor will never be damaged by water and gives you the perfect subfloor for carpeting or other floating floor systems. Have the look you love, with a difference you can feel.
Step 2: Install a Reliable, Energy-Efficient Dehumidifier
Typical dehumidifiers are simply not powerful enough to keep a basem*nt dry. Additionally, the cheap dehumidifiers sold at some hardware stores have collection trays that continually fill up, sometimes in as little as 8-12 hours.
With 168 hours in a week, this means you'd have to empty your collection tray 14-21 times to keep your machine running. Even then, is it doing the job?
Foundation Support Systems of Wyoming has the answer to your dry basem*nt needs: The SaniDry™ XP Basem*nt Air System. This is the only dehumidifier available in Wyoming that has the power and effectiveness you need.
| Seven Great Reasons to Choose the SaniDry™ | ||
SaniDry™ | Standard Dehumidifier | |
Cost/Pint | 3.3 cents | 10 cents |
Max Pints Removed | 100 | 30 |
ENERGY STAR® Rating | Yes | No |
Self-Draining | Yes | Sometimes |
Powerful Air-Circulating Fan | Yes | No |
Can Be Ducted from Unfinished to Finished Basem*nt | Yes | No |
Dual Stage Air Filtration | Yes | No |
Odor-Eliminating Filter | Optional | No |
Step 3: Service your Sump Pump Regularly
Your basem*nt waterproofing system plays an important role in your home by protecting you from groundwater seepage.
Scheduling an annual maintenance to check on your home's sump pump, basem*nt drainage, and other components of your system will ensure your system is working right and will help find any potential problems before they find you!
We're the Experts!
Foundation Support Systems of Wyoming is the premiere basem*nt waterproofing contractor in Laramie, Rock Springs, Cheyenne, Green River, Evanston, Riverton, Jackson and other parts of Wyoming. If you're in need of wet basem*nt repair, we're ready to help. Waterproofing is our specialty, and with our great reputation in the community, you can be sure we'll be here whenever you need us.
We offer free, no-obligation estimates to homeowners in our area. Each estimate includes an in-home inspection, a written quote, and a free copy of our 88-page color book, Dry Basem*nt Science. Call or contact us by e-mail today for a free basem*nt repair quote.
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