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Foundation Waterproofing Tips & Suggestions
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Foundation and Basement Waterproofing
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- The ground should slope away from the foundation on all sides.
- Downspouts should discharge water at least 10 ft. away from the foundation wall.
- The foundation wall should have a moisture barrier coating or be protected with an impervious surface material such as a rubber membrane.
- All cracks in the foundation wall or between the wall and the footing should be repaired.
- The foundation drain system should be clear and free-flowing. The water should discharge to a point where there is no risk of it saturating soil near the foundation.
- A sump pit should have a snug-fitting cover.
- Cold-water pipes and well tanks should be properly insulated to prevent condensation from forming on them.
- Single-pane basement windows should be replaced with insulated glass windows. Likewise, replace non-insulated doors from the basement to the outside.
- A stairwell leading from the basement to the outside should be roofed or at least have a floor drain to remove water.
- Finally, the basement should be ventilated during construction to remove moisture evaporating from lumber, drywall compound, paint and other materials.
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Contact Tri State Foundation Waterproofing for all your waterproofing needs.
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Tri State Foundation Waterproofing
2901 Route 17K, Bullville, New York
(845) 361-1143
(866) 539-1143
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