Boss Facts & Tips

This cross section diagram depicts typical block wall water infiltration… As your home ages it’s not uncommon for the exterior tar application to wear off or break down, just like the shingles on your roof do. When this happens ground source water can penetrate through the porous block and migrate down through the hollow cavities.…

Typical at grade & below grade causes of infiltration… When water is present in your basement it sometimes leaves you puzzled as to how it got there. Take a look at some of the more typical routes of infiltration. Keep in mind that water can show up in your basement through above grade opportunities as…