If there’s one thing we know about bugs in West Georgia, it’s that they don’t need an excuse to breed and even take over a home. One of the quickest ways you can get a major bug problem in your home is to leave your basement waterproofing situation to chance. Whether it rains, or you have plumbing leaks, water runoff will eventually make its way down to your lower levels. If you have a basement in your home, it’s a prime target for excess moisture, and all the problems that can come along with it. Bugs, rodents, and other pests are often drawn to dark, dank, moist places. If you have a basement that is unfinished, or hasn’t been professionally waterproofed, you may have identified the next extended-stay vacation spot for bugs and insects that could be harmful to your family, as well as your foundation. If you notice an excess of bugs in your basement, and you know you have basement waterproofing needs, don’t hesitate! Call FoundationRX today, and get a FREE on-site assessment of your basement.
Bugs in basement or crawl space areas of your home almost always signal foundation problems, but not usually how you think. While the presence of termites almost always means that you’ve got foundation problems (because termites actively feast on the cellulose from your rotting wood), the presence of non-harmful bugs like Roly Polies could signify that you are in just as dire of a situation. Bugs in basement or crawl space areas indicate excess moisture in your foundation, and that will wreak havoc on your home. Centipedes and Millipedes are also drawn to basements and crawl spaces that may be harboring too much moisture. Earwigs, Silverfish, and the dreaded Cockroach are also prime indicators that you’ve got foundation problems, or the potential for them. Carpenter Ants are also drawn to decaying wood, so if you see a steady stream of these bugs in basement or crawl space areas, it’s best to call a professional.
Professional Pest Control may be necessary to eradicate the current insect infestation in your basement, but there’s only one way to truly eradicate the desire of bugs to seek refuge in your basement: You’ve got to get rid of the excess moisture. Basement Waterproofing, Basement Encapsulation, Crawl Space Encapsulation, and other forms of permanent exterior/interior water management are some of the best ways to secure your home’s foundation, and keep your investment in prime condition. FoundationRX provides industry-leading insight into all these services, and much more. Call today for a FREE on-site assessment of your Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Encapsulation, or Foundation Repair needs.