Water damage is both incredibly common and extremely harmful to your home. Moisture can permeate the home from several different points when certain parts of the home are left vulnerable to weather.

There?s no stopping the rain, but there are ways to prevent moisture from destroying your home.

One way water enters the home is by clogged gutters. When debris collects in the gutters, roof water has nowhere to go, causing it to build up around the foundation of the house. Moisture can leak through cracks in the roof and siding, leading to a number of internal problems.

A general rule of thumb is to have downspout extensions directed at least 1.8 meters away from the home?s foundation walls in order to guide water away from the house.

Regular gutter cleaning and maintenance is necessary to prevent water buildup, as is a routine inspection of the home?s siding. Vinyl siding usually comes in thicknesses of .035 to .055 inches; the thicker the better for protecting the home from water damage.

When moisture enters the home it becomes a breeding ground for mold. Studies show that over 30% of new homes have some form of mold in them.

While mold is a major concern when it comes to water damage to the home itself, many people fail to consider the consequences of water damage to the driveway leading up to the home.

Driveway sealing is essential to protecting and prolonging the life of your driveway. Asphalt surfaces are especially vulnerable to wear and tear, particularly susceptible to damage from weather as well as automobile traffic. A driveway sealing company can help guard your driveway from the harmful effects of water.

Properly applied driveway sealer repels water, which is possibly the most harmful agent to asphalt surfaces. Concrete has a tendency to crack when permeated by water. These cracks can lead to further damage, particularly in cold climates with freezing temperatures.

The driveway can also become a hospitable environment for mold when moisture is introduced to the asphalt. That is why driveway cleaning is so important. Cleaning is made much easier when a driveway sealing company has coated the asphalt with a protective layer of sealant.