Pooling or standing water can be caused by a variety of problems in your existing basement or crawlspace waterproofing protection. Because of the way water behaves (specifically finding the path of least resistance) it can be difficult to identify the specific cause(s) of water getting into your basement or crawlspace. That’s why it’s important to find a solution that is designed to protect against the six most common ways that groundwater can get into your home’s basement or crawlspace:
If you have standing water in your basement or crawlspace, there are a few things you can take note of to try identifying the problem or problems.
If you have standing water, take note of the following:
Some of the most common ways water can get into your basement or crawlspace include high water tables exerting pressure on your foundation. Over time, the water can start leaking through a concrete joint in the floor, the floor/wall joint, or between cinder blocks. Saturated soils can also exert this pressure. If a French drain fails, water will collect on the outside of your home, like a moat, which can also exert pressure on your foundation and eventually enter your home.
Our patented waterproofing system is designed to protect against the six most common ways that groundwater enters the home. Contact your nearest ‘58 Foundations location and schedule your free in-home estimate today.
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