Waterproofing Basement

Waterproofing the basement begins by sealing off any areas where water can easily seep in. Because of the level that your basement is placed at, it is more vulnerable to water damages and water pooling that can eventually leak in. To better protect your basement, we’ll need to target any cracks, crevices, gaps, or holes in the basement where water can drip in from the outside and eventually spread to cause larger damages. Before starting work, our team will carry out a comprehensive inspection of your basement to look for such openings.

Drains

When waterproofing your basement, it is important that your basement is well-equipped with a range of drains that are either centralized in the basement or spread throughout to offer effective support to drain out all of the water. Since your basement is prone to leaking and flooding, having drains situated throughout the basement flooring will allow water to be moved out of the basement and into the pipes that push it away from your home. Without enough drains, the water will simply accumulate further and clog up your basement.

Reinforcements

Reinforcements may also be needed throughout your basement to seal off any cracks or crevices that have already formed. This is often the result of previous flooding and water damages, but could also be indicative of potential foundation damages lurking in your home. If this is the case, we will recommend that you seek out professional assistance from a foundation contractor, and we’ll do what we can to seal the cracks and damages that are present in the basement.

Waterproof Flooring

When it comes to waterproofing your floors, we highly recommend having your floors treated appropriately so that they can combat any water build-up or damages that they may encounter. For example, concrete is frequently used in basement flooring and therefore needs to be treated with a high-quality finishing material that can enter the water and is easy to clean. Epoxy coatings can be applied to the surface of concrete floors to make them more durable against water and prevent water from building up in the pores of the concrete, which can cause them to eventually crack over time.

Waterproof Walls and Ceiling

We can also assist with waterproofing your walls and ceilings to prevent the water from having the same effect as it would on untreated concrete flooring. If you have concrete walls or drywall installed into your basement, the exposure to water can be detrimental to these materials, especially in excess. We will provide solutions to waterproof these surfaces and avoid cracking, crumbling, and discoloration, all of which can occur as a result of excessive water exposure. We can assist with protecting any drop ceilings you have as well that are not directly attached to the roof. Preventing your walls and ceilings from succumbing to water damage can also protect the rest of your home, since many leaks can often start from the bottom of the home and spread throughout the interiors.