My Sump Pit Is Routinely Dry…. Should I Be Concerned?
Having a routinely dry sump pit can be just as harmful to your pump as having an overwhelming, continuous flow of water. When a sump pit remains dry for extended periods of time, seals can dry out and crack. The…
7-10 Gallons of Vapor Can Wick into Your Basement Every Day
7-10 gallons of vapor can wick into your basement every day through the floor and/or walls… This increases the relative humidity in your basement A relative humidity greater than 50% can promote mould growth Create a musty smell Can cause…
Classic Block Wall Foundation Seepage
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…
Where’s the Water Coming From?
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…