The month of May brings spring showers and beautiful flowers, but when it comes to your home, water is the enemy!
As a Realtor®, I can safely say that the VAST majority of inspection problems during a transaction stem from a wet crawlspace. It’s usually a surprise to the seller and something the buyer insists on the seller taking care of for the transaction to continue to the closing table.
Even a little dampness or standing water in the crawlspace or in your basement can negatively affect the air quality in the home and even cause dreaded fungal growth or full-blown mold!
My tip? Know what’s under your home, take care of problems now and check out these helpful links to learn more and as always, call us at (417) 883-4900 for contractor recommendations!
We have gathered some great articles about water damage. If you have a few minutes, please check them out. There is some valuable information and helpful reminders.
What To Do When There’s Water In Your Crawl Space
You definitely don’t want to
ignore this problem.
Timothy Dale
Pro Tips:
Basement Waterproofing
There are a variety of possible causes of a wet basement. Although structural problems are often to blame, poor drainage or plumbing leaks can also trigger moisture or flooding. Here, a basement waterproofing pro reviews the likely culprits and how they can best be dealt with.
Michael Franco
How Long Do Sump Pumps Last?
Your basement sump pump works hard to keep the lower level dry, but it needs some pampering to hold up under constantly wet conditions.
Meghan Wentland
Quick Tip: Don’t Forget to Ventilate!
It’s important to make your home energy-efficient by sealing all gaps and insulating thoroughly. But don’t overlook ventilation!
Bob Vila
