Traditional flooring materials like organic carpeting, chipboard, and wood placed on concrete basement floors collect moisture between the flooring and concrete. Over time that moisture gets absorbed and leads to mold, rot, and musty odors.
Since concrete is porous, ground moisture continually makes its way through, contributing to humidity in your basement. Long Island’s humid summers and wet winters make this problem even worse.
Waterproof flooring creates a complete moisture barrier that prevents water from seeping through the surface. Unlike hardwood that can warp, swell, or rot, waterproof options maintain their integrity even with standing water. This makes them ideal for Miller Place basements where moisture is always a concern.