Basement Waterproofing | Carmel, IN

Waterproofing your basement is an essential step in having a safe home or building. Water damage can destroy structures and lead to mold and mildew that can have severe health impacts and ruin your furniture and the inside of your building. At Carmel Foundation Repairs & Waterproofing Crew, we are trained in a variety of methods to be able to seal your basement properly and protect it not only from water, but from rodents that can enter your house if its not sealed properly.

Interior Waterproofing

Interior waterproofing seals your basement from the inside, as the name suggests. It is important to have both interior and exterior waterproofing layers in your basement as a preventative measure. This will also help insulate your basement from temperature changes and rodents finding their way in. Interior waterproofing will protect your basement from indoor water condensation and will help wick away dampness to prevent mildew and mold. It will also help to prevent water leakage into your basement, although we highly recommend you also install exterior waterproofing cover for dual protection.

Exterior Waterproofing

Having an exterior waterproofing layer is required under the international building code. It is the only method to prevent structural damage from dampness, leaks, and moisture. In addition to interior waterproofing, it will protect your basement from water damage. There are varying types of exterior waterproofing materials and we’ll guide you through the options so you can feel comfortable with your choice. One of the materials we recommend is a polymer-based product that are one of the most durable products on the market and aren’t affected by soil pH. Our professional foundation repairers are also able to repair exterior waterproofing covers if yours has been damaged over the years.

Water Drainage

Making sure there is a via for water drainage from your basement is important to prevent damage from floods and leaks. Although it is not a waterproofing solution, it helps prevent water damage. Our team can create water drainage routes in your basement that includes a drain, the plumbing system, and a pump to pump water out of your basement. This is an effective way to prevent an unexpected flood from having structural damage in your floods, walls, and furniture because any excess water is immediately pumped out of the basement. Our team will then find the leak and make any repairs so your basement is protected.

Methods

There are various methods of waterproofing your basement and our team is trained in each of them. We have the equipment necessary and expertise needed to be able to waterproof your basement using a variety of techniques that are designed to prevent water intrusion and damage. Some of the methods are interior wall and floor sealers, installing exterior and interior water drainage, installing exterior waterproofing coats, making foundation crack injections to prevent water exposure, and box type waterproofing. Our team members are also able to make repairs for any of these methods.