If you have a basement, it is important to be aware of its condition and maintain its upkeep. Your basement contains your home's foundation, and it's important to have a healthy, safe and sound one. Water intrusion and damage can be detrimental to your home for a variety of reasons. Along with ruining any stored belongings, leaking water can lead to mold growth and unpleasant odors, and even result in flooding conditions. Plumbing leaks can come from any pipes, toilets, sinks, tubs, faucets, and other pieces of your home plumbing.
Crawl spaces come with their own unique challenges. They can often be forgotten about since it's not a main part of the house, however, the health of your crawl space can impact the air quality inside your home. If left unkempt, crawl spaces can become very dirty and even hazardous to your health. Water damage in a crawl space can lead to other unwanted issues like mold growth or bug and pest infestation, which can eventually cause those issues to intrude your home. The biggest problem is that most crawl spaces were constructed to be vented.