What does it mean to “waterproof” a basement? The most common forms of waterproofing a basement are as follows;

• Installing a Sump Pump

• Investing in Battery Backups

• Basement Sealing

• Basement Drainage

In a perfect world, you wouldn’t need to waterproof any part of your home. From condensation to actual flooding, water seems to always find its way in. A very important part of having a basement is keeping it dry. Mold buildup from moisture in your basement can cause detrimental problems such as cracks in the foundation or the floors warping. 

So, our answer? Yes, you do need to invest in some kind of waterproofing technologies in your basement. 

Let’s start with a sump pump. A sump pump collects water that builds up around your home. Without one, your basement would likely be covered in water, and the foundation of your home would most likely crack. A sump pump also defends your basement against flooding. One of the most expensive home renovation tasks is to fix a basement after it has flooded. In addition to preventing flooding, a sump pump will also keep your basement dry by preventing mold and fungus growth. All in all, a sump pump is a very vital product when it comes to waterproofing basements. 

Battery backups are also very important when it comes to keeping your basement dry, especially in areas prone to power outages. A backup battery goes hand-in-hand with the sump pump. When there is a power outage, all appliances stop working. A backup battery can ensure that your sump pump will remain running through the tough storms. 

Basement sealing is used to prevent moisture from building up in your basement walls. Moisture in the walls can cause major issues in the foundation of your home. This method also was made to keep the atmospheric humidity levels in your basement low. An interior basement sealant prevents moisture from spreading around to other parts of your home and causing costly and catastrophic damage. 

Lastly, we want to talk about basement drainage. Just like battery backups, basement drainage also can go hand-in-hand with the sump pump. However, most typical sump pumps do not also provide water drainage in addition to their normal functions. Basement drainage is very important to ensure that the water buildup in the soil outside isn’t leaking into your basement or seeping into the walls. Basement drainage can also prevent moisture and condensation buildup. 

A dry basement is very important when it comes to keeping your home safe. Waterproofing your basement is necessary but can be very costly. In most cases, you would have to invest in several separate technologies to keep your basement dry. Luckily,  DriBot was developed to do most of the waterproofing work in one, single appliance. DriBot is an easy solution to water damage in your basement. With DriBot, you can purchase one, single appliance instead of investing in several expensive solutions. For more about how DriBot works, click here.