Basement Remodeling Tips For Finished Basement And Interior Finishing | Page 9

DESIGN A HEALTHY FINISHED
BASEMENT
As the first step in finished basement, a professional inspection of the
basement cannot be overemphasized. First, you have to hire a project
manager. The manager’s job is to detect possible signs of flooding in
the future. Then, he will come up with solutions to tend to the
foundation issues and for moisture management.
A full waterproofing system is important in basements that are
converted into storage areas. This is most important if the expensive
equipment is to be stored in this space. Thus, a full waterproofing
system includes:
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Full interior perimeter drain
Full wall protection vapour barrier
Sump pump system with a battery back-up pump
Floor drain near any openings
Sliding doors
Bulkheads, or water tanks
Dehumidifier