The DryShield Outlines Ultimate Guidelines to Avoid Basement Leaks

The last thing any homeowner wants to face is a leaky basement. This can appear to be a minor problem, but the truth is that it can quickly become a severe issue - if it isn't already. There's a lot of reasons why you should hire a professional to conduct leaky basement repair jobs, and that's where DryShield comes in! We will explain basement repairs and how we approach the matter to ensure the best results.

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Feb 23, 2022, 23:00 ET

TORONTO, Feb. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Don't Ignore the Warning Signs
There are always warning signs that something is not right in your basement. Here are some of the signs you need to keep an eye out for if you believe something might not be right in your basement;

  • Odor
  • Water stains
  • Spalling
  • Mold
  • Efflorescence
  • Salt deposits
  • Foundation or concrete cracks

Inspect
You know something is wrong, so now it's time to determine what exactly that is. First, look around and try to find out what might be causing the problem in your basement. You know the warning signs, now through a process of elimination, pinpoint the cause.

Fix the Crack or Leak
Depending on the problem and how severe it is, you need to act quickly. First, determine how bad the issue is and see if it's something you can solve on your own or if you need a professional's help. There's no shame in calling on the pros, this is your home, and it's better to have the job done right.

Waterproofing
DryShield has been in the game for a long time, ensuring that every house we're in charge of basement waterproofing is done so expeditiously and correctly. If you have high standards, it's like ours are higher.

How we waterproof your home depends on you and your budget, as well as your structure.

Interior
When we work on the internal section of your basement, we expose the foundation by removing a slab of concrete 12 - 14 inches from the wall. Once we've dug a trench, we add a weeping tile graded towards a sump pump before adding in clear gravel. Then, we add a waterproof membrane that extends to the top of the foundation wall. Finally, we add new concrete over the system and call it a job well done.

Exterior
When it comes to the exterior, we remove the excavated soil and remove the existing weeping tiles. Then we drill small holes into the bottom blocks, which helps remove moisture from the walls. Then we get to work applying a high-quality rubberized urethane. Poly sheeting is applied over the urethane, and a dimple board is finally installed with steel brackets and a finishing strip.

Once all that's done, new weeping tiles are installed with a geotextile filter cloth is installed and connected. ¾ clear gravel is installed on top, with a minimum of one-foot depth. Then before adding back in the excavated soil, a geomembrane filter cloth is put on top of the clear gravel to prevent the soil from clogging up the system.

Conclusion
If you're serious about saving your home from water damage, then the best route to take is by waterproofing your home. A basement leak repair job can quickly become a whole lot bigger when you realize the knock your home is taking each time there's a storm or snow.

If you're looking for the right solution to properly waterproofing your home, then you should consider Dryshield. Get in touch today, and let's get your house ready to take on the season!

Media Contact

Jonathan Mcmahon, Dryshield Waterproofing, +1 7057703685, [email protected]

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