Ways to Dry Out A Basement

Ways to Dry Out A Basement
A leaky basement may require to dry out the area quite often till you get it fixed. Therefore,
today let’s discuss the various methods you can use for drying out the damp basement area
before calling in for professional basement leak repair services.
Dehumidifier
A leak in the basement can be a matter of worry, especially in the monsoon season when the
environment is humid and damp al around the day. During such seasons, it is better to install a
climate control device in your home as it will help in getting rid of the extra humidity in the
basement. The dehumidifier will also come handy after the leakage is fixed as the basement
tends to be more humid than the entire home.
Ventilation
It is quite normal to witness a basement area with nearly zero ventilation. However, if you are
facing a problem with a leaky basement, then it becomes a must to get the moist air vent out.
You can do this by running fans and opening the doors or windows, if present, in the garden
levels.
Resealing
A leak in the concrete wall or floor is majorly a result due to some gaps or cracks in the
concrete. You can temporarily fix this problem by resealing the concrete floors and walls.
However, you need to understand that this is just a temporary fix and cannot be relied upon as
a permanent solution. It is possible that the main cause of the leaky basement is somewhere
else and not the gaps and cracks in the walls. Therefore, make sure to get professional help
whenever possible.
These are some easy solutions to dry out the damp basement problem. Nevertheless, you must
get the basement thoroughly inspected by the professionals and get basement leak repair done
as soon as possible to avoid any future complications with your home’s structural integrity.
Contact:
Nathan Thava
Dryshield
Toronto, Canada
1-800-277-5411
nathan@dryshield.ca
https://www.dryshield.ca/