Are you struggling with a moisture problem?

Then you are not alone. About 25% of houses in Flanders suffer from moisture problems, which can have several causes. Moisture problems can occur in various forms, some of the many examples being new construction moisture, seepage moisture or condensation moisture.

Fortunately, there are numerous solutions to fix these problems for good. However, each variant requires a specific approach. It is therefore crucial to make an accurate diagnosis. Improper treatment of the moisture problem can lead to unnecessary costs. In doing so, AquaConsult help you.

Why is solving moisture problems crucial?

When a moisture problem is left untreated, there can be all kinds of negative consequences. We list some of them in advance:

  • Allergies of all kinds
  • House dust mite allergy
  • Silverfish allergy
  • Asthma
  • Respiratory problems
  • Headache
  • Shortness of breath
  • Eczema
  • Skin rash
  • Insomnia
  • Dizziness

All moisture problems and their moisture solutions

Mold

Mold in the house: Mould in the home is always a result of excessive humidity in the affected rooms. This can have various causes such as rising damp, leaking damp, poor ventilation or condensation. Request a free mould inspection.to.

Mold removal: Suffering from mould in your home such as in the bathroom, kitchen or basement? Aqua Consult fights mould with various applications.

Rising damp

Rising damp is a moisture problem present in the walls due to rising groundwater. The pores of the walls conduct the water upwards, with the known problems such as mould or damaged walls in the bathroom, bedroom, basement, living room, garage or on the floor.

Solution: At wall injections we treat the rising damp with a new waterproofing layer, which gives the wall back the chance to dry nicely. We inject the walls with a special substance that penetrates deep into the pores of the walls.

Penetrating moisture

Penetrating moisture is a different problem from rising damp or moisture rising. When rain gets the opportunity to soak into the walls, we speak of this type of moisture. Recognisers of this problem are usually moisture spots located at the top of the wall.

Solutions:

  • Hydrofuge: A hydrofuge or facade impregnation is the best damp proofing method to combat penetrating moisture. Here, we apply a transparent and waterproof layer to the façade, preventing rainwater from making its way inside.
  • Facade cleaning: In a facade cleaning, we clean the facade completely and apply a transparent and waterproof coating to the facade, protecting it from moisture problems.

Condensation moisture

Condensation moisture is a natural phenomenon that usually occurs in most homes, albeit not always as a problem. This type of moisture occurs when moist, warm air comes into contact with a cold surface, on which the air then condenses. On these cold surfaces, the warm air transforms into droplets and thus becomes liquid.

Ventilation: Good ventilation is important, not only to prevent moisture problems but also to promote healthy indoor air quality.

Basement moisture problems and solutions

Problems in the basement or crawl space

A damp basement does seem inevitable in most homes. In many cases, the basement is the most damp place in the house. If you suffer from problems in the basement, chances are you are dealing with one of the following moisture problems:

  • Damp cellar or crawl space
  • White or black moulds in the basement or crawl space
  • Groundwater in basement or crawl space
  • Rising damp in basement or crawl space
  • Wet basement floor (water in basement floor)
  • Wet basement walls
  • Musty smell in basement or crawl space
  • Blowing on basement wall
  • Lime or occupation falls from basement wall
  • Paint peels off in basement
  • White deposit on basement wall
  • Saltpetre (salts) on basement wall
  • Climbing seam basement sealing
  • Water between wall and basement floor
  • Pipes in basement broken (with leaks)
  • Non-waterproof utilities (mains water)
  • Leak along culvert in basement

Basement solutions

However, with modern construction technologies, basements can be made bone-dry, increasing the livable area of the home, and increasing its value. Depending on the specific problem in your basement, here are some useful moisture solutions:

  • Basement sealing: AquaConsult treats damp basements by two methods: with basement drainage or with classic basement sealing. Basement sealing involves applying a new layer throughout the basement, as opposed to drainage, where we drain the moisture.
  • Basement drainage: Excess water can be efficiently drained through basement drainage. A pump house is then installed in basement (with pump connected to sewer). Several options exist, namely floor drainage, wall drainage or edge drainage. In addition, there is the option of opting for a finish with a concrete slab or with ceramic tiles according to AquaConsult's exclusive process.
  • Basement ventilation: Applying basement ventilation is the most common solution for damp basements. You can ventilate a basement naturally and mechanically.
  • Odour solutions for basement
  • Reinforced heel cellar
  • Waterproof coating
  • Sealing transit with special components (against leaks in utility transit)
  • Concrete injection in basement (bilge seam)
  • Treatment of black or white mould against rising damp in basement
  • Wall injections in the basement

Moisture problems and solutions in walls

Dampness problems in walls

  • Wallpaper comes loose from the wall
  • Wet spots on wallpaper
  • Paint comes off the wall
  • Wet walls
  • Penetrating damp in walls
  • Wet spots on the wall
  • Black mould on ceiling and walls
  • Skirting boards come loose due to moisture
  • Damp exterior walls
  • Moisture in living room walls (living room)
  • Moisture in bedrooms
  • Moisture in kitchen walls
  • Moisture in the storeroom
  • Moisture in the bathroom
  • Moisture in the entrance
  • Moisture in the garage
  • Moisture in interior walls

Moisture solutions for walls

  • Moisture control by wall injections (injecting walls)
  • Injection of walls
  • Installing ventilation
  • Installing balanced ventilation
  • Moisture control through wall capping
  • Moisture control in general
  • Moisture control with damp-proof membrane
  • Bekuipen tegen vochtproblemen
  • Mould-free boards
  • Damp-proof sheets

Other moisture solutions

Air conditioning

  • Have air-conditioning system installed
  • Have air conditioning installed
  • Air conditioners without outdoor unit
  • Heating with air conditioning
  • Air-conditioning ventilation
  • Cooling with air conditioning
  • Healthy air via air conditioning
  • Innova air conditioner
  • Innova Airco
  • Dimplex
  • Thermocomfort

Ventilation

  • Ventilate basement
  • Bedroom ventilation
  • Ventilating the kitchen
  • Bathroom ventilation
  • Ventilating your home
  • Have ventilation installed by certified professional
  • Air purification in the home
  • Healthy air in the home
  • Get ventilation prices

Exterior facade

  • Wet outer wall
  • Hydro fuge exterior facade
  • Treating permeable exterior wall moisture
  • External wall moisture problems
  • Exterior facade moulds

How much does solving moisture problems in the home cost?

It is difficult to establish one general price for solving damp problems. This is because there are a lot of price indicators for basement waterproofing, basement drainage, mould control, wet occupation, rising damp, wall injections and general damp control. Below are the factors that affect price.

  • Permeable or rising damp?
  • Walls: bare or occupied?
  • Walls: truncate or not?
  • Skirting boards: removed or not?
  • Radiator: removed by chauffagist or not?
  • Wall injections: how many running metres?
  • How thick is the wall?
  • Grants or subsidies from the Flemish government or federal government?
  • Are there fungi?
  • Injection and/or ventilation and/or capping?
  • Broken occupation (pulverised)?