Basement Waterproofing - Water Intrusion issues in Mattoon, IL basement.

Water was seeping into this Mattoon, IL basement each time it rained. The homeowner spent hours cleaning and drying his basement after downpours. The water had left the foundation walls and floors damaged and stained, making them an eyesore. The wet conditions were also perfect for mold growth. Mold spores and other allergens can get into the rest of the home due to the stack effect. The stack effect is the normal circulation of air in the home cause by warm air rising through the home and creating a vacuum that is filled by cooler air drawn up from the basement or crawlspace. This means that homeowners and their families are breathing in air from the damp basement on every level of their home.