Your home's foundation is critical not just for structural security but also for preventing flooding and the negative impact of water. Waterproofing protects your foundation from water damage, greatly enhancing your home's structural integrity. Many homes in Los Angeles need to be more amply safeguarded from water.
The foundation of your home is what supports the home. Water can enter through wall cracks and mortar joints, up through cracks in the floor, over the footing, under the footing, and by bleeding and sweating off the walls.
If you notice any of the following issues, you may have a water disturbance problem.
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Our goal is to prevent foundation damage. Your home is one of the most important investments in your lifetime, and its structural, long-term durability is vital to us, and we are sure it is to you as well.
Most foundation walls are brick, concrete blocks, or poured concrete. The most common water entry points are over the top of the foundation, through the walls, and the floor/wall joints.
Depending on your specific issue or goal, you can protect your foundation by installing an interior or exterior drainage system.
The most common waterproofing technique involves an exterior drainage system, which you can see below. These are the steps;
The vapor barrier sheeting captures water and redirects it downward. This water filters through 3/4 inch gravel and seeps into a perforated drain line at the base of the waterproofing trench. Water will then travel downhill towards the designated drain area. If the property doesn't have the proper slope, we would have to run the drain lines toward a concrete/plastic catch basin where a sump pump will automatically pump the water out once the water reaches a certain height.
Our basement waterproofing services involve techniques and materials used to prevent water from penetrating the basement of a house or a building. Waterproofing a basement that is below ground level can require the application of sealant materials, the installation of drains and sump pumps, and more.
Waterproofing is usually required by building codes for structures that are built at or below ground level. Waterproofing and drainage considerations are critical in cases where groundwater is likely to build up in the soil or where there is a high water table. Water in the soil causes hydrostatic pressure to be exerted underneath basement floors and walls. This hydrostatic pressure can force water in through cracks, which can cause significant structural damage as well as mold, decay, and other moisture-related problems.
In poured concrete foundations, cracks, and pipe penetrations are the most common entry points for seepage. These openings can be sealed from the interior. Epoxies, which are strong adhesives or urethanes, can be pressure injected into the openings, thus penetrating the foundation to the exterior and cutting off the seepage path.
In masonry foundations, interior sealers will not provide permanent protection from water infiltration where hydrostatic pressure is present. However, interior sealers are good for preventing high atmospheric humidity inside the basement from absorbing into the porous masonry and causing spalling. Spalling is a condition where constant high humidity or moisture breaks down masonry surfaces, causing deterioration and shedding of the concrete surfaces.
Waterproofing an existing basement begins with excavating the bottom sides of the footings. The dry walls are sealed with a waterproofing membrane, and new drainage tiles are placed at the side of the footing.
Water seepage in basement and crawl spaces usually occurs over long periods and can be caused by numerous factors.
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