Basement wall leaks are always a serious issue. This is because seeping water degrades the strength of your foundation, and allows mold and mildew to propagate. In order to fix the leak, you must locate the source. Tracing the water back to where it emerges is always a good starting point. When you’ve found the source, use a hammer and chisel to carefully open any cracks or voids and inspect them for extensive damage. The cracks that are visible are not the extent of the damage, so if you just cover them you will have future problems. Once you’ve checked the cracks for further damage, use a brush to rid the crack of loose debris. Once you think you’ve gotten it all, use a can of compressed air to finish the tidy-up. Next, mix some hydraulic cement and apply the mixture to the crack, assuring that you press as far as you can. You can also use small pieces of stone or already hardened cement to help fill this gap. Once you have sealed the cracks, apply a waterproof sealant to protect against any future damages. This method is the most widely accepted. Another solution, besides concrete, exists in the form of epoxy crack injection. Mar-flex sells these epoxy sealant kits.
Recent Posts
- Mar-flex Waterproofing & Building Products: A Comprehensive Guide to Advanced Building Solutions
- Mar-flex Introduces the A-Buck Scaffolding System: Revolutionizing Low Rise Scaffolding at the World of Concrete in Hopes of Winning 2024 New Product of the Year!
- Unearthing the Foundations: The Fascinating Journey of the World of Concrete
- Enhancing Your Property with Stonewells: The Advantages of Egress Window Wells & Accessories from Mar-flex
- The Team Behind Building a Dream Home: Roles and Contributions in New House Construction
- Discover Local Mar-flex Distributors for Premier Waterproofing Solutions
- Preparing Your Home Foundation for Winter
- Mar-flex Presents: The ArmorClay™ Bentonite Waterproofing System
- A Detailed Examination of R-Values in New Home Construction
- Waterproofing vs. Dampproofing: What Every Home Builder Should Know
- Concrete Longevity: It’s Not If, But When. Protect Your Foundation with Mar-flex Products
- The Rising Demand for Architects and How Mar-flex Steps Up to Support
- Mar-flex: The Ultimate Solution for Basement Crack Repair
- TopGun Drainage Board & Waterproofing Membranes: The Gold Standard for Million-Dollar Homes
- The Rising Popularity of Geomat, Geomat Plus, GeoDrain, and ArmorDrain in Modern Landscaping and Turf Fields