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AKM Air Solutions
5.0(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Byram, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service man was great . Prompt and courteous,explained what the problem was and was able to get it fixed. I will definitely use them again and recommend them to everyone."
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+9

Response time9 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Cooper's Plumbing Service LLC
4.6(
144
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Byram, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Credit card accepted

"David showed up on time and did excellent work. Very professional and courteous. If you have a plumbing need do not hesitate to use Cooper’s! He even gave me tips on how to prevent my issue again."
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+7

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Powell Plumbing Co.
5.0(
19
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Byram, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Kelly from Angi and he was very quick and fair-minded so we agreed to work together. All went very well and Kelly stuck to his word despite finding a couple of minor unexpected challenges. His work was excellent and solved the problem completely. I would hire again and would recommend to others. My drain has not worked this well in 10 years. Thanks to Kelly."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Venting the crawl space can be a good alternative to encapsulation if you live in a dry climate and the moisture problem isn’t severe. You could also try a dehumidifier or install a vapor barrier on the floor, leaving the walls exposed. A new drainage system may eliminate the moisture problem if it is not caused by humidity.

Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they’ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.

Ideal humidity conditions generally range from 30% to 50%, with 45% considered optimal humidity for most homes. If your humidity levels drop below that range, you can turn your dehumidifier off. Additionally, suppose the temperature where the dehumidifier is installed falls below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. In that case, it's best to turn it off and unplug it since cooler temperatures can cause the unit's coils to freeze.

Pooling or standing water in your basement should be cause for alarm and action. This indicates that there is a leak or a drainage issue, and until you repair the root of the problem, the situation will only happen again or grow in severity. It’s important to deal with water damage as soon as it occurs.

Sandbags are the most common and efficient way to create a flood barrier at home. Some local authorities pass them around to homes before the risk of a flood. Otherwise, you can use flood-proof house materials, like burlap or woven plastic bags, to make sandbags and fill them with sand or cat litter. Make sure that when you stack them, they’re tightly laid on top of each other, creating the effect of a firm wall against accumulating water.

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