Your family’s good health starts at the lowest level of your home, in the basement. Due to what is called the stack effect, air naturally moves vertically through your home. When you have mold and mildew in your basement, the mold and mildew will find its way upstairs. You and your family breathe the air coming from the basement, so you need to do what you can to make indoor air healthy and safe.
Mold and Mildew Affects Families
People react in different ways to mold and mildew. Mold and mildew can trigger allergic reactions, asthma attacks or other respiratory symptoms. It can irritate the nose, throat, lungs, eyes and skin. Although not everyone will get sick from poor air quality caused by mold spores, kids and individuals with weak immune systems are susceptible.
We Offer Free Basement Inspections
To keep basements healthier and clear of mold, homeowners can rely on contractors like Pouwels Basement Specialists. Pouwels Basement Specialists inspects basements free of charge. So, there is no reason to delay but many reasons to take advantage of the free inspection offer right now.
When to Schedule a Basement Inspection
When homeowners catch an air quality problem early, they not only protect their health. They also save thousands of dollars in mold remediation fees. By being proactive, you do your family a great service. Basement inspections help safeguard your family’s health. In addition, inspections can potentially save thousands of dollars when performed before the sale of a home. Lastly, inspections are important before you remodel your basement to make sure it is ready for renovations.
Watch for These Water Problems
Here are the signs of water problems to look for in a basement.
- Cracks in poured walls, up and down or at an angle
- Cracks that are diagonal, like steps, in block walls
- Seepage by a basement window
- Seepage where the floor and wall meet
- Seepage around pipes in the wall
- Seepage around the metal ties in the wall
- The sump pump is not working
- White chalky substance on the wall (efflorescence)
- Horizontal cracks 1-2 inches down the wall (possible rebar rod pop)
Contact Us for a Complimentary Inspection
If any of these issues are found, it is time to contact a professional basement contractor. Call Pouwels Basement Specialists LLC to get the expert advice you deserve. Contact us for a complimentary basement inspection today.
