When you have been struggling with a wet basement for a week, a season, a year or even longer, now is truly the best time to get it fixed. Though most homeowners are aware that the situation has to be remedied, some of them need a little “nudging” to pick up the phone and contact a basement waterproofing specialist like The Crack Doctor in Ottawa. For those who have been sitting on the fence, why not consider the following great reasons to finally enjoy a dry basement?
#1: Every Year You Spend Living with a Wet Basement Costs You More Money
A wet basement should be considered as akin to a progressive disease. A home cannot heal itself; therefore, if it is not performing up to expectations, it is only going to continue to be a drain on the financial resources of the homeowner. For instance, a basement that is continuously damp will encourage rotting, insect infestation and mould concerns. As those problems worsen, the homeowner will have to spend more money to eventually fix them. Plus, if they aren’t fixed before the homeowner sells the property, the homeowner will lose money on the real estate.
#2: Turning a Wet Basement Dry Can Provide You with a Predictable ROI on Your Home’s Value
As was mentioned in #1, homes with mouldy, wet basements sell for less than those with waterproofed basements. By fixing your basement issues today, you can enjoy a predictable return on investment in terms of your home’s value. In fact, a finished basement (which can only be achieved when the basement is dry) can usually pay for 50-83 percent of its value very quickly. Even if you don’t plan on moving any time soon, it’s best to keep your home’s value as strong as possible. You never know when you might want to take out a line of credit or refinance your property.
Stay tune for Part 2 of reasons why now is the best time to fix your wet basement!
For more information about how to fix your wet basement, contact The Crack Doctor at 1-866-788-3288 today!
