Basement Waterproofing Tips
Water issues can occur at any time, and detecting these signs is important to be in a position to maintain the integrity of your basement and foundation. Even without heavy rains and standing water present, you may have water issues without realizing it. Work together with a trained basement waterproofing professional to determine what water issues you’re having and how to fix them efficiently.
At NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, our team of experienced experts understands how to spot the many signs of water issues around your home, especially the ones that aren’t as obvious to see. Our team offers the best basement waterproofing solutions available and will ensure your home remains in great condition.
To get a better understanding of what causes wet basements, here’s what you should know:
What causes wet basements?
The Clay Bowl Effect
The soil surrounding a completed foundation has been excavated for the construction of the home. Even if properly compacted, water is more likely to collect here than in other areas, and this excess water places pressure on the foundation walls and can cause cracks. This dynamic is known as the clay bowl effect.
Hydrostatic Pressure
Hydrostatic pressure occurs when the soil around your foundation becomes damp and expands and applies lateral pressure against your foundation. As it places this pressure on the foundation, water has the capability to seep into any cracks or openings of pipes or windows.
Wet Basement Signs
While there are many signs that indicate water issues in the basement, here are some of the most common ones:
- Pungent or musty odor
- Water leaks in areas where the walls and floors meet
- Standing water
- Discolored or damp walls
- Peeling, bubbling, or cracking paint or wallpaper
Wet Basement Solutions
Interior Basement Waterproofing
At NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, our team can implement thorough interior basement waterproofing solutions that will successfully keep water out of the basement living areas. With the use of our waterguard and clean space products plus our pump solutions, our systems capture all excess water, channel it effectively to a pump, and then discharge the water effectively.
Exterior Basement Waterproofing
With exterior basement waterproofing, our team excavates the areas to be addressed and cleans and prepares the foundation walls. In doing so, we seal cracks, holes, openings, and parge where necessary.
Then, we apply a liquid rubberized sealant to the walls and install drain board paneling on top of this sealant. Then we install a pipe and stone drainage system at the footer to direct water away from your property with a sloped, perforating pipe connected to a sump pump or daylighted if possible.
Choose a Reliable Basement Waterproofing Specialist Today!
We believe that no homeowner should have to live with the consequences of a damp or wet basement, which is why and where NV Waterproofing & Foundation Repair’s basement waterproofing team can assist you. Our experienced professionals can handle wet basements of all shapes and sizes to ensure your home remains in great shape. We offer exterior waterproofing and interior water management systems that will solve your wet basement issues and give you peace of mind.
Receive a free quote and contact our basement waterproofing team at 1-703-690-3889 today!
