Why can’t I just repair the basement cracks and put liquid sealer on the basement walls?
Because it doesn’t work! If this type of easy “solution” worked, very few basements would be wet and we wouldn’t be in business. These types of treatments attack the symptoms rather than the causes. Almost every year there are new products on the market to repair cracks and seal basement walls. They cost less but aren’t effective. Homeowners spend millions of dollars every year for ineffective, “quick-fix” products to “solve” basement water problems. What causes the musty smell in my basement? Obviously, the musty smell you have is much more than just a bad smell. Mold and fungus spores that float in the air cause it. This will contribute to allergy and asthma problems, as well as other health issues. We provide mold removal. I have cracks in my basement wall or floors. Cracks in your walls can be caused by several sources, resulting in several different effects. Cracks can be a sign of settling in the foundation. However, cracks can also be caused by pressure build up of water around
