This Holiday Season, Protect What Matters Most — Your Family’s Health Starts With a Dry, Healthy Basement

The Holidays Are for Family — Make Sure Your Home Is Healthy Enough for It - Serving Greater Philadelphia, Wilmington, Trenton, Cherry Hill, and Beyond

In the Greater Philadelphia area, the holidays mean warm gatherings, decorated homes, and families coming together to celebrate. But for many homeowners, there’s something they’d rather ignore this time of year:

A damp, musty, leaky basement.

If you’ve noticed moisture on the walls… musty smells… or puddling during heavy rain, you’re not alone. Winter is one of the most common seasons for moisture spikes in basements across PA, NJ & DE.

And while seepage may seem like a small annoyance, it can create real health concerns — especially when families spend more time indoors for the holidays.

Why Basement Moisture Is a Holiday Health Issue

Most homeowners don’t realize this:

• Up to 50% of the air you breathe upstairs comes from the basement or crawl space.

  This is due to the stack effect, where air naturally rises through your home — carrying basement humidity, odors, mold spores, and contaminants along with it.

• High moisture = high risk for mold growth

  Mold doesn’t need floods to grow. A little seepage + winter humidity = the perfect environment.

• More indoor time means more exposure

  During the holidays, families gather inside — which increases exposure to Musty basement air, Mold spores, Dust mites, Bacteria from standing water and Allergens caused by high humidity

  For children, older adults, and anyone with asthma or respiratory issues, these conditions can significantly impact health and comfort.

As a locally owned, family-operated waterproofing company serving Greater Philadelphia for over 30 years, Jamison Basement Waterproofing understands how important a healthy home is — especially during the holiday season.

When you call Jamison, you’re not dealing with a franchise or a rotating crew. You’re getting trained, certified Waterproofing Specialists who take the time to diagnose the real cause of your moisture issues — and fix them permanently.

This season, let us help you:

• Eliminate basement seepage
• Reduce humidity and mold risk
• Improve indoor air quality
• Protect your home’s foundation
• Keep your family safe and healthy

Holiday Moisture & Mold Check: What Jamison Looks For

During your inspection, our specialists will:

• Check foundation walls for seepage or efflorescence
• Inspect your sump pump for performance & cycle issues
• Test humidity levels
• Check basement windows & entry points
• Assess for mold or musty odors
• Evaluate drainage and grading
• Review your waterproofing system for wear

We’ll never upsell — just honest assessments, clear options, and solutions that fit your home and your budget - and that’s something we’ve helped thousands of homeowners in Philadelphia, Wilmington, and Southern New Jersey with.

Give Your Family the Gift of a Healthy Home This Holiday Season

You don’t have to enter the new year with the same moisture problems you’ve been “living with.”

Let’s make this your healthiest holiday season yet.