Buffalo Grove is a beautiful village with a population of about 41,000, and is home to many disc golf courses, swimming pools, lakes, creeks, parks, tennis courts, and much more. There’s also the Raupp Museum, which features many relics from the area’s lively past. Many famous individuals hail from Buffalo Grove too, including Vince Vaughn and Ali Cobrin. However, this area has shown throughout the years that it can be prone to flooding during the heavy rainstorms. If you live in this area and are concerned about your basement’s moisture problem, be assured there are ways to help relieve your fears and keep your basement dry permanently.
Basement leaks are bad news any way you look at it. Big or small, a basement moisture problem should get taken care of before it turns into a bigger, more costly issue. A leaky basement or crawl space can destroy any personal items you store down there, whether it’s old family heirlooms, picture albums or a nice, finished area of the basement you use as an entertainment area or a play room for the kids. Even worse, it’s proven that the unhealthy air caused by excess water and moisture in your basement will naturally make its way upstairs, decreasing the quality of air throughout your entire home.
What’s the best way to protect my home?
There any many DIY tips that can be done around your basement or yard to help try to prevent the moisture from coming in, however, basement waterproofing is almost always best left to the professionals. The most important thing is to not panic and get rushed into a haste decision! Instead, you should choose to work with a respected and well-reputed waterproofing company that works in your neighborhood. Have them come give your basement a free, thorough inspection and let them educate you on how the water is making its way into your home and, of course, the permanent solution to the problem.
Over the past 35 years, Perma-Seal has become the most trusted waterproofing and foundation repair contractor in Chicagoland, offering permanent repairs to over 300,000 homeowners. Whether you’re getting water in through wall cracks, need to extend your downspouts, your sump isn’t functioning or you need an interior or exterior drain tile system, we can help you. We will provide you with the very best value for your home and give you the peace of mind you’ve been looking for. For more information about our products and solutions, visit the waterproofing section of our site or schedule a FREE estimate with one of Perma-Seal’s Certified Foundation Consultants today.