B.K. Roofing & Remodeling

One great use for your home’s basement is to create a functional storage space. This is ideal for bulky things you don’t need often but don’t want to throw out – like kid’s toys, Christmas décor, extra furniture, garden equipment or fitness equipment. However, this doesn’t mean that you should just throw everything in a box and take it down the stairs – your basement needs to be prepared. Here are some tips from our  basement waterproofing  team in Essex County, NJ. Get rid of moisture:  Moisture is dangerous for the structure of your basement and foundation as well as the goods you want to store in it. Even a short period of time in a damp basement can lead to mold setting in, material rotting and papers disintegrating. Running a dehumidifier is a good start, but your basement needs to be professionally waterproofed to ensure it stays dry. Check for leaks:  Basement pipes, windows, and  crawlspaces  are all vulnerable to leaks that can lead to a w...

When we think about home improvement, most of us think about remodeling our bathroom or kitchen, and not about waterproofing our basement. But there are some great advantages to making this project a priority – here are just a few from our  basement waterproofing  team in Staten Island, NY. Reduce your energy costs:  Waterproofing your basement and crawlspace is key to improving the energy efficiency in your home, as it prevents cold air and  moisture from leaking into your basement  – two things that make your heating and air conditioner go into overdrive. Make your home structurally safe:  Sure, your basement may have been damp for years, it might even have been seeping water when you bought it – but what you don’t know is how corrosive that moisture can be over the years. After all, the Colorado river created the Grand Canyon! This moisture weakens the basement and foundation structure on which your home stands, putting your family and investmen...