Basement Waterproofing
Basement waterproofing is the process of protecting a building’s basement from water penetration. This can include both interior and exterior methods to prevent water from entering the basement and causing damage. Basement waterproofing services are typically offered by professional contractors who have experience in this type of work.
Interior basement waterproofing methods may include the installation of a sump pump to remove water that enters the basement, the installation of a waterproofing membrane on the walls or floor, or the installation of a drainage system to channel water away from the foundation.
There are several methods of basement waterproofing, including:
Exterior waterproofing: A waterproofing membrane is applied to the exterior of the foundation to prevent water from entering the basement.
Interior waterproofing: A waterproofing membrane is applied to the interior of the basement walls to prevent water from entering the basement.
Crawl space waterproofing: A waterproofing membrane is applied to the floor and walls of the crawl space to prevent water from entering the basement.
Sump pump installation: A sump pump is installed in the basement floor to pump out any water that enters the basement.
Exterior basement waterproofing methods may include the installation of drainage systems around the exterior of the foundation to channel water away from the building, the installation of a waterproof membrane on the exterior walls, or the regrading of the land around the building to ensure proper water runoff.