Damp proofing is a material or system of materials designed to prevent the infiltration of dampness, moisture, or vapor from the outside of your home to the interior. Most people often confuse foundation waterproofing with damp proofing. Damp proofing is a process that slows down water penetrating into foundations, while waterproofing systems are designed to stop water infiltration from the exterior of a foundation.

Why should I be concerned with damp proofing?
Excess moisture and dampness can lead to a number of problems in your home. Our experienced damp proofing experts will help you identify potential vulnerabilities and treat existing moisture problems in your basement or crawl space. One of the most effective treatments for drying a damp basement or crawl space is the SaniDry Basement System, it is a powerful dehumidifier that dries the air and automatically drains the water out of the house.

If a wet basement or damp crawl space is left untreated, you are likely to experience general dampness in the basement, rust or musty odor generating from your basement or crawl space.