Signs You May Need Basement Waterproofing

Basement water problems aren’t always as obvious as standing water on the floor. Moisture can enter through foundation cracks, basement walls, around windows, or areas where water is collecting against the exterior of your foundation.

Common signs of a basement water problem include:

• Water entering during or after heavy rain
• Wet or damp basement walls
• Water along the basement floor or wall
• Cracks that leak or seep water
• Musty odors or excessive basement humidity
• Mold or mildew growth
• Peeling paint or damaged drywall
• Water stains on walls or floors
• Recurring basement flooding

If you notice any of these problems, finding where the water is coming from is the first step toward fixing it correctly.

Need Help Finding the Source of Your Basement Water Problem?

 We're here to help! Every wet basement is different. Simply sealing a visible crack or removing the water may temporarily address what you see, but it doesn’t necessarily correct the reason the water is entering your home.

Our team evaluates the basement, foundation, surrounding grade, drainage, downspouts, and other potential sources of water around the property.

Once we understand how water is reaching the foundation, we can recommend a solution designed specifically for your home.  

 Our goal isn’t to cover up a water problem. It’s to determine why it’s happening and help prevent it from happening again. 

Exterior Waterproofing: Stop Water Before It Gets Inside

Whenever possible, controlling water before it reaches your basement can provide a more complete solution.

Water naturally follows the easiest path available. When soil around a foundation becomes saturated, pressure can force moisture through cracks, joints, openings, and other vulnerable areas.

Exterior waterproofing and drainage improvements are designed to reduce the amount of water reaching the foundation in the first place. Depending on the property, this can include excavation, foundation waterproofing, drainage installation, grading, underground downspouts, and other water-management improvements.

Instead of repeatedly dealing with water after it enters your basement, we focus on managing the water around your home.

When water is entering through basement or foundation walls, addressing the problem from the exterior can provide a long-term solution. This may involve excavation around the affected foundation, waterproofing the exterior wall, improving drainage, and directing groundwater away from the home.

Cracks in foundation walls can create a direct path for water to enter your basement. We inspect leaking and damaged areas to determine the appropriate repair and waterproofing method. Properly addressing these problem areas can help prevent future water intrusion and protect your foundation from further damage.

Poor drainage can allow large amounts of water to collect around your foundation. French drains and other underground drainage systems can help capture excess groundwater and redirect it away from the home.

A properly installed sump pump system helps collect and remove water before it reaches areas where it can cause damage. Depending on your basement and drainage conditions, a sump system may be incorporated into the overall waterproofing solution.

Your roof collects a tremendous amount of water during a storm. If downspouts discharge too close to the foundation, that water can eventually find its way into the basement. Underground downspout extensions can carry roof runoff farther away from the home.

Sometimes the waterproofing problem starts with the property itself. Improper grading can direct rainwater toward your foundation instead of away from it. Correcting the grade and improving exterior drainage can be an important part of keeping a basement dry.