Failing to waterproof a building may land you in deep waters!
Waterproofing is frequently neglected because water damage is mostly not immediately visible (although it could be in the case of flooding or heavy rains). Often, moisture slowly harms buildings – drop by drop over time.
If you need any proof that waterproofing is essential, here follow six good reasons.
Curbing future costs
Curbing future costs
Think of waterproofing as a type of insurance. It may not seem necessary while paying the cost, but when the unforeseen happens, you will always be glad you’re covered. And your house needs to be covered (quite literally) against water damage, which could lead to costly repairs, replacements, and other expenses.
Protecting against deterioration
Protecting against deterioration
Water may be necessary to keep plants and animals strong, but it has the opposite effect on buildings. Moisture weakens structures, even to the point of eventual collapse. This is obviously a big concern with many possible repercussions.
Preventing cosmetic calamities
Preventing cosmetic calamities
Do you know how ugly and shriveled your skin looks after a long bath or swim? Well, the same goes for your house when exposed to moisture. Only, a building’s changes in appearance are not so easily reversibly. Think of cracks in walls, paint chipping off, uneven flooring, swollen cupboards… Fortunately, you can protect your house from these unsightly consequences through proper waterproofing.
Increasing the value of a house
Increasing the value of a house
Both the visible and invisible upshots of water damage could decrease the resale value of your house. Again, it pays to pay for waterproofing!
Improving the health and comfort of residents
Improving the health and comfort of residents
Mould in the home could have serious health consequences for those who stay inside, especially when allergies or lung issues are present. Furthermore, it can lead to other annoyances, like foul odours, doors not closing properly, cleaning issues, and having to place buckets in strategic spots whenever it rains.
Conserving the contents of a house
Conserving the contents of a house
Not only is a building itself in danger of being damaged by water, but its contents are too. Water leakage may wreck anything inside a house – from carpets and furniture to prized possessions such as photos, documents, or paintings. The damage might happen quickly when a part of the building floods, but it could also occur over time as objects rot, rust, stain, and swell.
As you can see, protecting your property against water damage is a crucial part of house building and maintenance. Keep the moisture from your house (and your eyes!) by waterproofing before the water is under the bridge – or rather, the ceiling boards.
Our experienced team at Coastal Waterproofing and Painting will gladly and expertly help you with this task.
