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If the block or cement walls are exposed, tape a 12 inch by 12 inch piece of aluminum foil to one of the outside walls (tape all 4 sides sealing the aluminum foil to the wall). After a day or 2 remove the aluminum foil from the wall. If the inside of the aluminum foils is damp but the back side (the side against the block or cement wall) is dry you have a condensation problem and good dehumidifier should solve the problem.
If the block or cement wall side of the aluminum foil is wet but the inside is not you have a seepage problem. The water on the outside of the wall builds up until the hydrostatic pressure is great enough and the water then seeps through the block or enters where the floor and wall meet. This can be solved by using an above floor baseboard system to drain the water to a sump pump or drain. Waterproof.com has an above floor basement waterproofing system that you can install yourself for around $4 per foot.
What else can I help you with?
How can I get government grant ( a loan) to repair my wet basement?
How can I get government grant (a loan) to repair my wet basement?
What is a clue that the basement is sometimes wet?
The musty smell of moisture and possible water marks would indicate that there is a problem with water.
What are the best options for basement flooring in a wet basement?
The best options for basement flooring in a wet basement are waterproof materials such as ceramic tile, luxury vinyl plank, or epoxy coatings. These materials are resistant to moisture and can help prevent water damage in your basement.
Why is my basement so wet feeling and how do I get rid of it?
Basement may be so wet feeling due to the humidity and unsealed area in the basement. You can get rid of the wet feeling by sealing up any holes with concrete and keep the room well conditioned by an air conditioner to keep cool and from feeling wet.
Where can one purchase basement flooring?
The floor in my basement has gotten wet. Where can I buy some new flooring?
Where can one go to find information on wet basement solutions?
To find information one wet basement solutions, one can go to the Basement Systems website. The website has information on how to fix wet basements or how much it costs to pay a professional to do it.
How do I waterproof my basement?
Sani-Tred's unique do it yourself basement waterproofing system completely seals any basement permanently, no matter how wet or deteriorated. It has easy do it yourself steps that can completely waterproof your basement.
Is it beneficial to keep or plant grass to prevent a wet basement?
Planting grass can be beneficial for preventing a wet basement as it helps absorb excess water and promotes drainage. However, keeping the grass well-maintained and ensuring proper grading and drainage around the house are also important factors in preventing water intrusion into the basement.
Why sometimes you get wet sometimes not?
Sometimes you have an umbrella. Sometimes you leave it at home.
Is an automatic dehumidifier a good solution for a wet basement?
yes it is a good solution for a damp basement because it helps prevent moisture, sweating pipes, metal objects getting rusty, and musty odors in your basement.
Best way to drain water from the basement?
The best too for draining a flooded basement is a built-in sump pump. If your basement does not have a sump pump , you can rent a pump from most equipment rental stores. A wet/dry vacuum can also be used to remove water from a flooded basement.
What is average cost to waterproof basement?
It all depends on what is wrong. You can check out a great web tool I found for troubleshooting wet basement problems. It will help you figure out what is causing your problem and also, give you the available remedies. You will also fing some good advice to lessen your problem or to prevent it. It is called the Wet Basement Analyzer. A link is below. Good luck!
