Solutions to Basement & Foundation Waterproofing Problems in Durham
Your basement at one time or another will take on moisture, especially with the humidity we get here in North Carolina. Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair is a leader in essential basement and foundation waterproofing services for your Durham home. We’ve helped our customers keep the concrete foundations and basement walls of their homes safe from water intrusion for more than 35 years. Our Durham experts in mold prevention and water mitigation know all the best practices to keep your home protected from one of the most powerful forces of nature.
Causes of Water Leaks
Water seepage and accumulation in your basement jeopardize the value of your home and can result in costly repairs if left unattended for too long. This is a short list of the many reasons water can find its way into your basement:
- • Cracks in basement floor
- • Cracks in the basement walls
- • Inadequate drainage systems
- • Broken rain gutters and downspouts
- • Leaky plumbing
Concrete acts like a sponge, and when the soil that supports and surrounds your home becomes saturated, it expands and exerts massive amounts of hydrostatic pressure against your foundation and basement walls, the essential components of support and stability for your entire home. As the concrete soaks in more water, it becomes more compromised and begins to bow or crack from the excessive external pressure. Cracks in the foundation and basement walls are open invitations for water seepage and accumulation. The longer you go without waterproofing the basement and/or foundation of your Durham home, the bigger the cracks can become, until the foundation and walls eventually require costly repairs.
