Make sure your home is waterproof before the rain and snow hit in Mississauga and Ontario

Now that we’re in autumn and approaching winter, now’s a good time to ensure your basement and home are waterproof – and if not, Mississauga-based company MMT Waterproofing can help.

The company has helped waterproof homes in Mississauga, Halton, Toronto and the rest of the GTA for over a decade, specializing in  basement underpinning and lowering, internal and external waterproofing, and a variety of other services.

With long-term weather forecasts predicting above-average amounts of rainfall (turning into snowfall) in the GTA, homeowners should check that their basement can withstand heavy amounts of rain. If not, it can lead to the basement being flooded and potentially causing issues for the rest of the house as well.

There are several ways to tell if your basement is at risk:

• Cracks in the foundation: Any cracks or damage to your home’s foundation, even small ones, can potentially allow water into the property and cause dampness, mould, or flooding.
• Window well issues: Water marks or stains on your foundation walls underneath your window indicate that the window well could be a major point of entry for a leak, which will eventually cause dampness in the basement.
• Blocked weeping tile: If the drains become damaged or blocked (with soil, for example), the water may not be removed and will be left to damage your property.
• Ineffective or non-functional sump pump: Sump pumps require maintenance to make sure they’re functional. If not maintained, a sump pump could fail to remove water when needed and allow flooding to occur.

Additionally, signs of mold, mildew, or an unpleasant smell coming from the basement are often the first signs of water penetration, which could indicate a hidden leak in your foundation.

If your basement is at risk, then it’s best to call a waterproofing company as soon as possible to ensure flooding or water damage doesn’t occur.

To get a free estimate and see what they can do for you, contact MMT Waterproofing.

There are several key waterproofing services they provide:

Basement underpinning and lowering

Using cutting-edge tools, this process is done to strengthen and stabilize the foundations of your home. The underpinning procedure will also increase the depth of your property’s foundation, allowing your home’s weight to be distributed over a larger area and reducing your risk of water damage. Not only is this a strong preventative measure against potential water damage, it creates extra living space by increasing the square footage and overall height of your basement, which homeowners can enjoy or use as a rental property for an additional source of income.

Underpinning your basement is an important procedure that many people tend to ignore because they don’t want to spend the money – unfortunately, this can lead to the home being exposed to flooding and water damage down the line. Basement underpinning is strongly recommended to prevent that expense and inconvenience from happening in the future.

Internal waterproofing

Internal waterproofing is done inside the basement; any water that enters the home is routed out and moved away from the home via a drainage system such as weeping tile and drain tile. Compared to external waterproofing, internal is a more cost-effective option and is more convenient in compact, urban cities where homes are situated close together. It can also be done at the same time as other basement renovations (such as basement underpinning and lowering), which is ideal for homeowners trying to save time and money.

External waterproofing

As the name suggests, this kind of waterproofing is done outside the home by excavating and exposing the foundations of the home, then applying strong waterproof materials (MMT Waterproofing uses six different layers) to ensure any water is dispersed away from the foundation walls before it has a chance to enter the home. During the process, any needed repairs to the foundation will also be done. Compared to external waterproofing, this method costs more and takes longer, but is also more effective.

Other services provided by MMT Waterproofing include sump pump installation and battery backup, basement walkout installations, window well installations, foundation repair, and concrete work. Their team of experts will assess your property and determine which services are needed to ensure your home is waterproof.

Established in 2009, the GTA company has developed a reputation over the last 14 years for the high-quality and affordable services they’ve provided to both homes and businesses. Their team of contractors is fully licensed and insured, and they offer a 25-year warranty which is transferable on all of their services for added peace of mind.

They’ve also won multiple awards and received many positive reviews on the home service review website HomeStars.

To get a free estimate, contact MMT Waterproofing or visit their website, Facebook, and Instagram pages for more information.