The Hidden Problems With Painted Basement Walls

Описание: A fresh coat of paint on a basement wall may look nice, but it often makes me question what is being covered up. I see this all the time during NJ home inspections. Paint can hide water stains, cracks, efflorescence, and other signs of past water problems. Some agents even tell sellers to paint the walls before listing, but this usually backfires. Buyers see it and get suspicious, and for good reason.

In this video I talk about:

Why sellers paint basement walls and what it can hide

Why buyers should not trust freshly painted basements

Problems with Drylok and other so-called waterproofing paints

How paint can trap moisture, peel, and cause long-term damage

Issues I have seen hidden behind painted walls like mold, rot, and structural damage

What I look for as a NJ home inspector when walls are freshly painted

Paint is not waterproofing. It does not fix the source of water. The right fix comes from drainage, grading, and proper water control. Covering the problem with paint just hides it until it gets worse.

A thorough NJ home inspection should always take a close look at basement walls. An experienced NJ home inspector knows the signs of water damage even when fresh paint tries to cover it up.

I am John Martino, owner of LookSmart Home Inspections. For over 25 years I have inspected homes across New Jersey and I give buyers straight answers so they know what they are really buying.

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The Hidden Problems With Painted Basement Walls
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