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If you own a home with a basement, you may already have big plans for using it as additional space. Some people use it as an office, mother-in-law suite or even storage. Whatever the purpose you have in mind, keeping the space dry is important.<\/p>\n

To combat dampness in a basement, common home maintenance tips include purchasing a dehumidifier. This is a low-cost solution that helps to remove much of the humidity in the air. If you have water seeping in through the basement, take a look outside to see if you can divert drainage from your house by using longer gutter hoses.<\/p>\n

In some cases, you may still have dampness inside the basement. When this happens, you can rely on professional services to help you rectify the problem quickly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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