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The arrival of scattered rain showers in the southern parts of India means that the monsoon is on its way. Soon, those scattered showers will grow into heavy downpours, which will prevail for three to four months. While the monsoon is a time of great natural beauty, it does pose a threat to our homes. The relentless rain and wind can assault the structure of our homes, causing damages that can lead to expensive repairs. Smart and experienced homeowners will know that when it comes to water damage, prevention is better than cure. This is why it is important to take steps to ensure that your house is waterproofed before the monsoon weather has its way with it.
Waterproofing your house is a process that begins right at the construction stage. When a new structure is being erected, it pays to have professional contractors who know the right materials and techniques to keep a house free from water damage. Once the house is built, it becomes the homeowner’s responsibility to look after its maintenance. This involves taking waterproofing measures to protect the interior and exterior of the house. One of the simplest methods to waterproof your home involves the use of effective damp proof waterproofing solutions. These specially formulated liquids have the benefit of forming a seamless, durable membrane that repels water from permeating into the structure’s masonry. The result – exteriors that look neat and interiors that are mold and damp free.
Just as water damage comes with a laundry list of dangers for your home, waterproofing has its own list of benefits that help protect a home. The top three reasons to waterproof your house are to improve its longevity, boost its appearance, and safeguard its inhabitants. Apart from these, waterproofing also protects your house from a host of other hazards.
Rain and waterlogging both pose serious threats to the longevity of houses. To avoid structural repairs, it is imperative to prevent water damage with the help of waterproofing. When concrete is exposed to water for an extended period of time, it can become delaminated and start spalling (cracking). This weakens the foundation and load-bearing capacity of the house.
Damp proof solutions can protect walls, which take up a significant portion of a structure’s weight, from water damage. By protecting the house from water ingress and environmental humidity, waterproofing ensures that a structure remains standing longer and reduces the need for renovations during its lifetime.
Water damage can lead to unsightly defects in the appearance of your house. Damp patches, wet spots, and efflorescence all take away from the appearance of a building. Another problem caused by too much water and humidity is cracks in the masonry and paint flaking off the walls. These defects are not only detrimental to the aesthetics of the house, but they are also usually warning signs of greater structural damage beneath the surface.
Using the correct waterproofing methods at the time of construction and applying damp proof solutions can prevent most of these problems. Another associated benefit of this is that when a house is free is of the visible defects of water damage, its property value increases. So not only does waterproofing save homeowners the cost of repairs, it also actively boosts the value of the house!
It’s not only buildings that are at risk due to water damage, but the people residing within as well. Anybody who has experienced water damage in their home will probably be familiar with the sight of mold. This fungal growth occurs when water seeps into cracks or the substrate, creating the perfect humid environment for mold to thrive. Mold also thrives on wooden surfaces that are constantly exposed to moisture, which means the furniture in a house is at as much risk as the house itself.
There are several different types of mold that are commonly found within households. What they all share in common is that they can form ugly, circular patches on walls and surfaces. Some types of mold, like black mold, are actually dangerous for humans and pets to be around, as their microscopic spores can be inhaled as they float through the air undetected. Mold in a household can cause allergic reactions, bouts of asthma, and even fungal infections. Efficient waterproofing, such as using damp proof solutions on exterior walls to repel humidity, can prevent the conditions for mold growth and protect the residents of the house.
So, what kind of solutions should you look for when waterproofing your house? It always helps to consult the experts. Asian Paints offers the ultimate waterproofing solutions with its SmartCare Damp Proof range. You can book an expert site evaluation online, which will point you in the right direction when it comes to waterproofing.
Asian Paints’ SmartCare Damp Proof range comes loaded with multiple benefits. Up to 8 years’ waterproofing warranty on terraces and exterior walls, surface heat reduction up to 10 degrees Celsius thanks to its high solar reflective index, thick coat and brilliant white colour, and unmatched crack bridging take care of your home’s exterior while making sure the interior stays cool and spotless. Asian Paints’ SmartCare Damp Proof is a glass fiber reinforced elastomeric liquid applied waterproofing membrane, which upon curing, forms a thick, seamless, durable membrane offering ultimate waterproofing. You can use it on your roofs and terraces, parapets and sunshades, and the exterior vertical walls of your home.
With Asian Paints, you are assured of quality and the 8-year warranty is the cherry on the cake, taking away all your worries as a homeowner!
This year, ensure a bright future for your home by making it secure against the vagaries of the elements. Your home will thank you for it!
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