Methods of exterior basement waterproofing by Tornado Plumbing & Drains

1. DAMP PROOFING
Damp-proofing is related to water vapor and
soil moisture only. It cannot control flooding
water. That is why damp-proofing may turn
out to be insufficient in the areas with high
water tables or extensive water in the soil.
Damp-proofing can be used here only under
certain specific conditions.
METHODS OF
EXTERIOR
BASEMENT
WATERPROOFING
BY TORNADO PLUMBING & DRAINS
FOUNDATION
WATERPROOFING
MEMBRANE
IIt is meant to block all the excessive water
before it approaches the foundation wall. This
way, the damage from the water caused to
thee foundation is diminished.
SEALING
The basement and foundation walls are most
often subject to water seeping in because they
are in close contact with the soil. That is why
they should be sealed with concrete
waterproofing sealer.
BENTONITE CLAY
Bentonite clay or sodium bentonite is a
material that effectively absorbs water. When
applied to the exterior foundation all, it
expands and fills in the cracks.
CEMENTITIOUS
The cement coating is thick and quite durable.
It is easy to apply and it provides a smooth
surface that can be painted. This option works
very well for crawl space sealing or patching
cracks.
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