Basement Water Problems
Kansas and Missouri can get a lot of storms and some very heavy rainfall throughout the spring and summer months. This can cause you to have basement water problems if your basement is not properly waterproofed.
Homeowners that have gutters that are cleaned out and have proper runoff may think that they are safe from having water issues in their basements. These are important to keeping water away from your foundation, but water can enter your basement in many different ways. Some of the ways that water can enter your basement are:
- Backfill saturation - When your home was first built, some contractors opt for damp-proofing rather than waterproofing to save money. Damp-proofing will not bridge the cracks that result from normal settling of your home.
- Surface water - The perimeter footing drain may be installed too high. Not having used enough gravel may be part of the issue. Another issue may be that the gutter's downspouts may not extend beyond the backfill.
- Plumbing issues - Plumbing issues such as leaky water heater or pipe can cause water issues in your basement.
A wet basement can cause you to lose living space, ruin personal possessions and be a breeding area for mold and mildew growth. Let the professionals at Pro Foundation Technology help keep your basement dry by providing you with the proper basement waterproofing so that you won't have to worry when the heavy storms and rains come to Kansas and Missouri.
Basement Waterproofing Solutions in Kansas and Missouri
Pro Foundation Technology can not only offer you gutters and downspouts to keep water away, but also it is important to have basement waterproofing to truly keep your basement dry. We offer interior waterproofing, exterior waterproofing, sump pumps and sump pits along with surface drainage/water collection systems and french drain systems.
- Interior Waterproofing: Interior waterproofing consists of a perforated drain pipe that is placed inside perimeter of the footing. By installing a drain pipe beneath the slab, it drains the area to a lower level.
- Exterior Waterproofing: Exterior waterproofing is designed to stop water from accumulating around and under the foundation where most water problems occur. This system uses a waterproofing membrane, drainage board and 4" perforated drain pipe to direct water away from the foundation and relieve pressure in the soil.
- Surface Drainage/Water Collection: A surface drainage system is used to prevent storm water drainage problems. Catch basins, channel drains, pop-up emitters, drainage piping , atrium grates and drywells are a few components that are used to collect excess rainwater and move it away from the foundation.
- Sump Pumps and Pits: Sump pumps expel water from around and under the foundation. Water is discharged away from the foundation to keep it dry. The sump pit is outfitted with a sump pump to help remove water from the pit to prevent overflow.
- French Drain System: French drain systems are used to remove excess water. They contain drain tiles with perforations and gravel to allow water to flow through and enhance the filtration process.
All of the products we use for basement waterproofing are the very best in the industry. We use Earth Contact Products (ECP), the leader in waterproofing products in the industry today.
Pro Foundation Technology was established in 1978 and we a locally owned and operated business that puts the customer first. We offer financing that includes a "no hassle" transferable warranty.
Don't let the spring and summer storms and rains get into your basement and create headaches for you. Let the experts at Pro Foundation Technology come and give you a free inspection and offer you the basement waterproofing solution for your home. We have established an outstanding reputation in Missouri and Kansas and we intend to keep it that way. Don't hesitate, contact us today!
Filed under Water Management
Tags: ECP, spring waterproofing, surface drainage, Wet basements