Why Waterproofing Is Important

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Homeowners who are not overly concerned with flooding or who never experienced a flood before think to themselves why waterproofing is important? Someone might say I’ve owned a home for ten years now and haven’t experienced an issue, isn’t it all just a waste of time? The answers to a question like why waterproofing is important are myriad, and in fact, the process is not only important but a vital step in the protection of a homeowner’s investment.

When everything is going great and no repairs are required it is all too easy to slip into complacency and only focus on making a home look good without giving thought to the very basic maintenance that every home requires. Waterproofing your home is one of those major important basics. The foundation of your home needs constant monitoring because it is often exposed to underground water. The water can seep through the foundation and cause cracks in the walls of the structure.

In addition to cracks, mold can form on the wall and thereby threaten the health of those who live in your home. Finally, without adequate waterproofing in place, you might end up with a real flood on your hands that ends up destroying your property as well. With proper waterproofing, you can ward off the damage from natural erosion.

Waterproofing the Foundation

You want to make sure the foundation of your home is literally impermeable to the elements. You want no water to get into the basement whatsoever as any water contact can start the erosion and destruction process. Any area that will allow water to enter must be waterproofed or filled. There are different methods of waterproofing the area, with two chief types including the interior and exterior waterproofing methods.

Both have advantages and disadvantages; however, external or exterior waterproofing is an excellent means of ensuring that the home has a solid and beautiful erosion free foundation in the years to come. When waterproofing the exterior, you can keep the foundation dry and in good condition. Yes, the foundation will get wet if there is water, but the waterproofing stops the water from moving through cracks and getting into the foundation to cause erosion.

It’s an excellent idea to talk with a pro about the waterproofing you require – this will ensure the project is done correctly and that no expense is wasted in the process of getting the entire basement waterproofed. You can hire the professionals from Dr. Pipe Drain and Plumbing who can tell you about your options and who is willing to give you a good price quote for your waterproofing needs.

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Testimonials

Backed-Up Drain

It is not often that a plumbing company is able to save you 10,000 dollars. We had experienced a serious drain backup and received quotes from five different drain and plumbing specialists. These included some of the more popular local names, and a few that received a very high ranking on HomeStars. Most of them scoped the drain and told me all the root issues and the critical deficiencies that would continuously lead to problems. They suggested that that we crack the floor, replace the drainpipe, and have the pipe from the front lawn excavated, I would be looking at around $5-10k!

Max did the same exact research that these other companies did, but he told me that the drain was not deficient at all; in fact, it had many more years left! I know that Max was honestly biting his tongue when we discussed what these other companies had said. He rooted the drain (very fast) and there has not been a single issue with our pipes since.

Grant

Drain Replacement, Backflow Valve, Sump Pump, Etc.

When I woke up this morning, I was not expecting my basement to have transformed into a full-blown lake. One of our neighbors recommended Dr. Pipe. Our neighbors had needed to replace some of the drains under their home and also recently had a backwater valve installed.

Max came to us and talked about the quote. One of the great things about the discussion was that he took his time and explained everything to me. I remember that Max took the time to make sure that both my partner and I were on the same page and understood everything.

I really want to be honest and admit that I was not particularly friendly that day, I had already received three different quotes, and I just wanted the work to get started. We still decided to go with Max’s company, despite the fact that we already had several other quotes. It was not just about money that we were going to pay, it was about quality, it was about trust, it is about wanting to give my business to a company that wanted ME as a customer.

I can tell you that both Max and his crew came across as polite, clean, honest, and reliable. They were extremely pleasant to work with. The quality of the work that they delivered is excellent, and it certainly added value to the home. Even our insurance rates went down because of the quality work.

It is extremely comforting to know that I have peace of mind the next time that the rain comes down. During the last late-fall storm, it was extremely comforting to hear the sump pump turn on, that sound really allows you to sleep soundly at night.

I have no doubt that the pipes are going to be fine once the tree roots are growing and the snow melts. It is comforting to know is that even if they are not fine, I know that Max is going to be a phone call away to help me set things right. I would honestly be shocked if Max somehow did not uphold the warranty that we have. Honestly, that is the level of trust that we have in Max.

Max

Trenchless Sewer Pipe

I received two quotes for my plumbing. The quote from Dr. Pipe was good, but what I really appreciated was the fact that the professionals at Dr. Pipe took their time to look at the issue, do the research, and actually SHOW me the problem in real-time. The other company never did give me an exact quote, and I was quite worried about potential “unexpected costs.” Both Max and the rest of his crew were extremely professional, kept the area as neat and tidy as possible, and cleaned up after they were done. Despite the fact that I was not actually onsite during the entire three-day process, I felt comfortable enough to give them a key to the property. When someone actually came and took something from the property (I was expecting them to), Max actually called my private number and asked me whether this was OK. I would highly recommend the services of Dr. Pipe.

Rick S.

Drain Work and Sump Pump Installation

Max was the first person to respond to our call for help after our basement flooded. He was quick in determining what the root of the issue was, and fixed the problem quickly. In addition to finding the issue, he also showed us a (potential) issue in our sanitary and storm water drains. He managed to find the possible issue with the drain-camera in a quick amount of time.

Max was courteous and professional when it came to helping us find future issues as well. He helped us alleviate concerns about future problems, thanks to his professional explanation. I have to admit I was also pleasantly surprised by the work of his crew. They cleaned their area thoroughly each time as well. Now I know that extensive repairs are never going to be cheap, but I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised at how reasonable the pricing was. Max even helped us fill out the necessary paperwork to file for our basement flooding prevention subsidy.

Stewart

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