Essential Tips for a Dry and Happy Basement This Summer

As the weather warms and summer plans become top of mind, it's easy to overlook areas of your home, like your basement. But as the temperatures rise, so does the humidity during those months. With more humidity comes more issues with those forgotten areas of your home.

Humidity can cause dampness and moisture to accumulate in your basement, making it a musty environment. This will lead to issues like staining on the walls, wood rotting/decay, and mold growth among items in your basement and along walls and floors. These issues can compromise your basement and impact the air quality and comfort for your whole home. 

A Few Keys to Keeping Your Basement Dry This Summer

Seal any Cracks in Your Foundation

While small cracks in walls are common in homes and a normal occurrence when concrete is curing, they can still allow water to enter. That's why it's key to seal and repair cracks in the foundation, no matter how small!

Manage Water Coming In

If you see signs of water leaking into your basement, it may indicate that a larger issue is at play. Concrete walls and floors will continue to absorb moisture from the soil surrounding them and then release it into the air in your basement. Installing a drain system like our WaterGuard® Drainage System helps to redirect that moisture from your basement floors and walls into a sump pump. At Frank's Basement Systems, we have the drainage solution to create a dry, usable space in your basement or crawl space.

Dehumidifier

If you’ve already waterproofed your basement, installing a dehumidifier will make a huge difference. Even with an effective waterproofing system in place, there may still be a chance that mold and moisture problems can develop. The dehumidifier collects water in the air and drains into the sump pump or the previously installed perimeter drainage system. A great product to consider is the latest generation of SaniDry™ dehumidifiers, which are more powerful and energy-efficient than ever!

Let The Team At Frank’s Help Control Your Indoor Humidity

If you’re worried about what humidity can do to your basement but can't figure out where to start, contact the team at Frank’s Basement Systems! We specialize in basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation and repair, and residential and commercial foundation repair. To schedule a free estimate before the summer humidity gets to your basement, call us at 1-716-876-3000 or CLICK HERE! We provide basement waterproofing and moisture control services in Niagara Falls, Buffalo, Rochester, and the surrounding areas in Western New York!