How Do I Waterproof My Basement?

Whether you’re purchasing a new home or looking to reinforce your current space, you can waterproof your basement. There are stipulations, however, that can change the way you want to go about undertaking this challenge. For starters, you should not attempt to waterproof your basement if you are actively contending with basement or foundation damage. Instead, if you have a leak, sinkage, or slippage that you are aware of, you should make a point of trying to attend to those issues before investing in home waterproofing. If you install home waterproofing measures before fixing a leak in your home, you risk severely shortening the lifespan of those measures you invest in. 

Note that it is not in your best interest to try and DIY a basement waterproofing measure or even crack repairs. If you try to do so, you risk making the problem within your basement much worse. When you work with a professional, you can save money and browse a much broader catalog of waterproofing measures than you might find on your own. 

Waterproofing Your Home 

With that in mind, how do you go about waterproofing your basement? You have a plethora of waterproofing measures available to you, including: 

• Interior drains 
• Sump pumps 
• Dehumidifiers 
• Vapor barriers 

Note that the age of your home may play a role in what waterproofing measures may be available to you, as older homes often lack some of the features that make it easier to install modern waterproofing solutions. If you’re not sure what kind of waterproofing measures may best help you protect your home in the future, you can again reach out to professional contractors for guidance.