Basement Waterproofing - Very Wet Basement in Effingham, IL

This basement in Effingham, IL had an alarming amount of water leaking in during downpours. Water came into the basement through the foundation and ledge walls. The homeowners stored belongings in the basement but they were repeatedly getting damaged by the water getting in. Water breaks down organic materials like plywood and cardboard boxes which can provide a food source for mold growth. Moist basement conditions are also perfect for fostering mold growth. Musty basement smells and mold spores can travel through the home due to the stack effect. The stack effect is the normal circulation of air through the home as warm air rises to the attic and leaves a vacuum that draws air upward from the basement. This means the air from the wet, musty basement is being breathed in by homeowners and their families on every level of the home.