Small Amount of Water in Basement

Hello,
We recently moved into our new home (Oct 03). This spring, I noticed small amounts of water (less then a cup) coming from a cement wall (not floor). This looks like a cement rectangle that sticks out from the wall. It does appear there was some patching done on the sides of this rectangle, and repainted (before we moved in). We have just had three days of continuous rain, and again I have noticed a small amount of water?

Our home is a four level split. We also have a sump pump that does work. Even with just a small amount of water coming out (not damaging anything.... floor is still cement and this is near our washer and dryer, hot water tank) I am concerned that I think the cement rectangle has been patched (the sides are discoloured since the moisture started coming)?

Who would I call as a professional to come into my home and view this? We still have some time to have this fixed by the previous owners as we have not lived here for a year.

I do live in Canada.

Thanks
Charlie

 

Charlie,

The area sound like a pilaster and this is a structure to stiffen the basement walls from soil pressure. I would suggest that you contact a basement waterproofing firm to get an assessment as to what is happening. The issue may be just some outside improvements or a need for hydraulic epoxy injection applications. Most firms provide guarantees with this. As this is a item that would be paid by prior owners, make the calls.

Good Luck!

 

Thank You,

I will make a call this Monday


Charlie

 

Charlie,

You're very welcome!

I'm sure things will get resolved and you'll be very happy in your newly acquired home.

Good Luck!