Western Colorado basements are a little bit of everything. They’re a place to store your ski gear, set up your workshop, or even host a family movie night. Obviously, the most common usage is storage. Still, no matter how you use your basement, heading downstairs and being hit with that familiar musty smell is a buzzkill. Worse, it’s not just an inconvenience. That smell is a sign that moisture is making itself at home—and that’s an issue you can’t ignore.
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo., Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Western Colorado basements are a little bit of everything. They’re a place to store your ski gear, set up your workshop, or even host a family movie night. Obviously, the most common usage is storage. Still, no matter how you use your basement, heading downstairs and being hit with that familiar musty smell is a buzzkill. Worse, it’s not just an inconvenience. That smell is a sign that moisture is making itself at home—and that’s an issue you can’t ignore.
Moisture: The Unwelcome Guest in Your Basement
Moisture problems are super common in basements. It’s not always from a leaky pipe or a flood; sometimes it’s just water vapor sneaking in through unsealed concrete floors. This process, known as moisture vapor transmission (MVT), doesn’t just cause a damp smell. It can lead to visible efflorescence (those white powdery stains) and provide the perfect environment for mold and mildew to grow. Over time, it even weakens your concrete, leading to cracks and structural issues.
Waterproofing to the Rescue
The solution has arrived in Western Colorado in the form of waterproofing basements. This isn’t just about getting rid of smells or stains (though that’s great too), it’s about protecting your home. When we waterproof basements, we’re sealing off your basement floor with a specialized coating that blocks water vapor from coming through the concrete. No more musty smells, no more mold, and no more damage. It’s even effective in mitigating the threat posted by radon.
How We Get It Done
The installation process is straightforward: First, we prep your basement floor by grinding it down to create a clean surface with the perfect profile. This step ensures the moisture-mitigating primer coat adheres properly. This thick epoxy primer coating is topped with one or more clear epoxy top coats, providing resistance to impacts, staining and scratches. The multi-layered coating system forms a durable, seamless barrier that keeps moisture out. It’s a 2-day process that’s conducted with professionalism on our end and ease on your end, so you can get back to using your basement in no time.