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How do you stop water from coming through basement concrete slab?
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Is there a sealant that will stop water from seeping through a concrete slab in basement?
Try UGL Dry-lok.
Slow continuos flow of clear water coming up through your basement floor drain what could be causing this problem?
stoppage / broken water line /under ground seepage
Is it better to have wall to wall carpeting in the basement or just a concrete floor?
There is nothing wrong with installing carpeting in the basement. There may be types of carpeting that work better with humidity in the basement. Be sure that your basement is sealed to keep water out before installing.
How can you stop water from coming out of the cement basement floor when there is excessive rainfall?
Get it sealed. Concrete will weep moisture because its very porous. There are many different kinds of sealants out there and your local home improvement supplier will tell how you the best kind to apply. You paint it on like normal paint and it will make the concrete look shiny like a varnished piece of wood. This is due to the ground water wanting to rise back up through the floor.
Can water travel through a cement floor?
Yes, concrete is porous and water will move through it over time.
Is there a sealant that will stop water from seeping through a concrete slab in basement?
Try UGL Dry-lok.
Where is the main water supply tap in a house?
Usually in basement coming through wall about 4 feet down from top of basement wall. The wall where water supply comes through at is usually in line with well or curb stop.
Cold water pipe exposed in basement sweating water drips?
It's colder in the basement than the water coming in the pipes. Seal up the vents and drafts in the basement. Wrap the pipes
Does a dehumidifier or sump pump help the most to insure a waterproof basement?
You can have a dehumidifier AND a sump pump, and still have water in the basement. A dehumidifier helps decrease the humidity due to the lack of ventilation in a basement. A sump pump facilitates drainage of water, as a basement has no natural drainage. Neither prevents water from coming into the basement through the walls or the seams of the floor and walls. If you have problems with water coming into the basement, consult a professional who can advise you of the cause and explain the options to remedy the matter. Neither a dehumidifier nor a sump pump will totally insure a waterproof basement. Dehumidifiers simply remove dampness. Sump pumps do not remove damnpness but will drain off water.
Slow continuos flow of clear water coming up through your basement floor drain what could be causing this problem?
stoppage / broken water line /under ground seepage
How can one avoid water in the basement?
One of the best ways to avoid water in the basement is to avoid water outside of your house as it may sink in through cracks and holes in the wall and into your basement.
Is it better to have wall to wall carpeting in the basement or just a concrete floor?
There is nothing wrong with installing carpeting in the basement. There may be types of carpeting that work better with humidity in the basement. Be sure that your basement is sealed to keep water out before installing.
Basement Waterproofing?
form_title=Basement Waterproofing form_header=8683 Please specify the current condition of the foundation area in need of waterproofing.*= () Wall is exposed () Wall is not exposed What type of foundation does your house have?*= {Select One,Poured concrete slab foundation,Brick or stone foundation,Poured concrete basement,Insulated concrete foundation,Concrete block foundation,Concrete pier foundation,Poured concrete with crawl space,Don't Know} What are some of the problems you are experiencing with the foundation?*= [] "Mold, mildew, and/or fungus [] Excessive dampness [] Discoloration, odors, or rust [] White powder or spots on walls [] Hairline cracks [] Basement flooding [] Buckling or bowing walls [] Mud or clay silt surfacing inside [] Corners shifting and cracking [] Floor dropping or other changes"
How can you stop water from coming out of the cement basement floor when there is excessive rainfall?
Get it sealed. Concrete will weep moisture because its very porous. There are many different kinds of sealants out there and your local home improvement supplier will tell how you the best kind to apply. You paint it on like normal paint and it will make the concrete look shiny like a varnished piece of wood. This is due to the ground water wanting to rise back up through the floor.
There is water leaking into your basement it is coming from a water hydrant that is situated outside your property the water authorities say they cannot detect a leak?
Are they blind?
Can oxygen and water pass through concrete?
yes
Where is the water in my basement coming from?
There many be minuscule holes in the floor or walls that are leaking water. If they are not visible, it may be because they are underneath or behind furniture.
