Foundation Repair
Finishing your basement only to find out that you have a leak in the foundation
can be a costly discovery. There are a number of ways that wet can enter
into your basement from the outside but can be fixed with the proper foundation
repair technique. These can include:
- cracks on foundation walls
- rod holes (also known as tie holes)
- Service holes (such as hydro lines, plumbing, etc)
- Honey comb concrete
- Basement windows below grading
- Side door
- “I” beam pocket
While small cracks in poured concrete foundations are common an usually not
a problem in the beginning, even the smallest crack can begin to widen and
allow a path for water to enter into the home. These types of cracks can usually
be fixed by using a foundation repair procedure called crack injection. This
method fills the cracks with either an epoxy or polyurethane material that
provides a permanent seal.
Repairing leaks in concrete block foundations can be more involved since
the causes for the cracks can be from different sources. For example a blocked
weeping tile could be creating hydrostatic pressure that forces the water through
the joints or block. If the problem is just aging of the
components, a waterproofing solution is required.
If you are experiencing a wet or leaky basement or would like more information
please feel free to give us a call. We will fix your leak permanently!
Servicing South-Central Ontario, Brampton, Georgetown, Halton Hills, Oakville,
Milton, Woodbridge, Richmond Hill, Vaughan and other surrounding areas.
Phone: (416) 315-6422 or e-mail sales@foundationcrack.com |