wet basement
#1
03-01-04, 07:54 PM
wet basement
The problem comes from a faulty gutter, this I know. What I am wondering though is, should I also repair the place where the water is getting in the basement? It is coming though a few spots in the wall. What is the best way to fix this issue. If at all possible I would like to do it myself, don't have a lot of money. Thanks
#2
03-07-04, 04:26 PM
I would recommend repairing the wall. Once a path has been developed, water will always come in whenever it gets to the path.
Hydraulic cement can do wonders if the problem has truely been taken care of. You can pick this up at most any hardware store.
BTW, what type of repairs were you considering? What problems have develpoed from this problem?
Hydraulic cement can do wonders if the problem has truely been taken care of. You can pick this up at most any hardware store.
BTW, what type of repairs were you considering? What problems have develpoed from this problem?
#3
03-08-04, 08:39 AM
First, I think you should get on the gutters and fix them . So you can get the water away from the home. Then go and fix the wall inside . Home depot and lowes both have kits for just what you want to plug the holes up.
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#5
03-08-04, 08:59 AM
Patching won't cause damage, but if there is still water there that will. Make sure the downspouts are extended away from the area (at least 5-7 feet or so). If water comes in through the floor or where the floor/wall meet, you would want to look into a drainage system to prevent additional damage.
#6
03-08-04, 09:31 AM
I can't reach the problem area outside the house without a lot of labor, it is near the basement floor, and under our front porch. Thanks
#7
03-08-04, 09:38 AM
I cannot reach the outside of the foundation without destroying the porch (cement porch)and digging all the way down to the problem area. can it just be fixed from the inside? I installed a new downspot where the gutter was a problem, and that is extended far from the house. Any ideas are appreciated, thanks.
#9
03-08-04, 09:43 AM
Is the wall made of solid, poured concrete? If so, the problem you are experiencing is common and can be easily repaired. Injecting an epoxy product into the crack will seal the crack and prevent water from coming through. You can purchase the material at any Home Depot or Lowes. A waterproofing company can do this also. Typical charge ranges from $200-600 for the service.
There is only one downfall I've seen with this process. if the water pressure is high enough, it will cause the wall to crack in another area and come through that crack.
There is only one downfall I've seen with this process. if the water pressure is high enough, it will cause the wall to crack in another area and come through that crack.
#11
03-08-04, 11:00 AM
Certainly can be fixed from the inside!!
Here is an article I found on concretenetwork.com about the process:
<url>http://www.concretenetwork.com/concr...ack_injection/</URL>
You can have a contractor do this for you, or do it yourself it you feel comfortable with it.
Another product I know of that works really well is called Sani-Tred. It penetrates the concrete wall up to 4 inches, and solidifies the concrete to prevent water from coming in. YOu can find more info on their website at <URL>www.sanitred.com</URL>. They hav some nice visual pictures and details on how to apply the product there.
Hope this helps!!
Here is an article I found on concretenetwork.com about the process:
<url>http://www.concretenetwork.com/concr...ack_injection/</URL>
You can have a contractor do this for you, or do it yourself it you feel comfortable with it.
Another product I know of that works really well is called Sani-Tred. It penetrates the concrete wall up to 4 inches, and solidifies the concrete to prevent water from coming in. YOu can find more info on their website at <URL>www.sanitred.com</URL>. They hav some nice visual pictures and details on how to apply the product there.
Hope this helps!!
