Why Does My Basement Leak?

There are two ways in which water can enter a foundation. In simple terms, your basement leaks for one (or both) of two reasons:

• hydrostatic pressure - water penetration up from below your basement floor. This is the result of the ground water table raising.
• lateral pressure - water penetration through your foundation walls. This can result from water movement through natural underground veins, from poor ground drainage or downspouts that empty too close to your foundation, or from water simply building up in the hole in which your house sits.

Why Do I Need to Address This Issue?

Two simple words: home value. Studies have shown that a basement water problem can reduce that value of a home 25% or more. It is economically foolish not to waterproof, because the increased value from waterproofing will definitely exceed the cost of the waterproofing. You should look at waterproofing not as an expense but as an investment in the value of your home.

Am I Going to Have Trouble Selling My Home?

All the more reason to waterproof it. If you are trying to sell a home with a leaky basement, you have two bad choices: conceal the defect and be exposed to a lawsuit when the buyer discovers his wet basement, or reveal the defect and accept a dramatically reduced price for your home. There is a better way! Waterproof your home before putting it on the market and recoup the cost of the waterproofing (and then some) when you sell it. Advanced Basement Solutions transferable lifetime guarantee assures the success of this strategy.

Is This a Common Problem?

Yes, it is very common.  A leaking basement is one of the most common problem that home inspectors will find in a home.  You are not alone.