Waterproofing Before You Sell - A Real Estate Trick

In today’s real estate market, you have to pull out all the stops to get your home sold for a fair price. That means going above and beyond what the other four houses for sale in your neighborhood have going on. You have to stand out and you have to give your buyers value for their dollar. One way to do this is to engage in a little waterproofing. It isn’t something that everyone thinks about, but if you live in an area prone to rain, and especially if you live in one prone to flooding, it is a necessity. Save the next people the trouble and get it done yourself. It will undoubtedly add value to the appraisal of your home.
Waterproofing is most important in the basement area. It wasn’t long ago that having a little water in the basement wasn’t considered that bad of a thing. Not entirely desirable maybe, but really, what was the big deal? The floor is probably concrete and is there really anything down there that’s going to be damaged by a little water? Well, today that answer is usually a resounding “yes”. People today don’t just use their basement for light storage and a place for their utility controls. They convert those basements into extra rooms, gyms, arcades, small theaters, and whatever else might come to mind. Having one that floods is no longer an option.
But waterproofing isn’t just about making sure the carpet doesn’t get smelly. The presence of standing water can quickly lead to mold growth, which people are more wary of than ever before. Some nasty stuff has come to the forefront about black mold and its potential to make people sick. Some scientists have argued that much of this danger has been overstated, but the fact remains that those who are sensitive to it can definitely feel the effects of the growth. By getting rid of the water, you get rid of the potential for large-scale growth.
If you’re planning to sell your home soon — or even if you aren’t — you should think about getting in touch with a waterproofing contractor. The home isn’t meant to be a place for flooding and you should do everything you can to make sure that yours isn’t an inviting place for excess rain. You will find the cost to be more than affordable, and yet the value you’re adding to your home will more than make up for the out-of-pocket costs.