b'WATER INTRUSIONWet basements and crawlspaces can be breeding grounds for mold, bacteria, insects, and other pests. Prolonged moisture accumulation and dampness can lead to structural problems like wood rot. Dampness is also associated with respiratory illness and asthma symptoms.EXPOSURE TO DAMPNESS AND MOLD INCREASE THE RISK OF RESPIRATORY SYMPTOMS BY 30-50%.9% OF OWNER-OCCUPIED HOMES HAVE HAD WATER INTRUSION FROM THE OUTSIDE IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS.SEVERAL INCHES OF WATER IN A BASEMENT CAN COST $10,000 OR MORE TO REPAIR MOISTURE DAMAGE AND PREVENT MOLD.'