Leaky Basement Walls in Virginia, MN Caused by Cracked Walls
The owner of this home in Virginia, MN was getting ready to finish their basement. There were large cracks in the basement walls and water was leaking in, causing unsafe living conditions.
What Causes Cracking in Basement Walls?
The walls in this basement were bowing inwards, causing a large horizontal crack to appear in the middle section. These are symptoms of foundation failure and can cause issues in the rest of the home if left alone for too long such as cracking walls in living spaces, uneven floors, and water damage. Over time, the soil outside of the home shifts and expands as moisture levels change, causing cracks to form in the walls.
Concrete Block Foundation Stair-Step Cracks Leak Water into Basement in Virginia, MN
Stair-step cracking and horizontal cracks are typical foundation failure symptoms for block foundations. As cracks get worse over time, they allow water to seep through during wet seasons and dampen basement floors. Moisture in basements leads to mold growth if left alone, causing an unsafe environment.
Dangers of Sump Pits and Why They Should Be Sealed Off From The Rest of Your Home
This homeowner wanted to replace their sump pit as well during the project. An open sump pit is not only an eyesore, but it is a physical hazard as well. Open pits cause concern for tripping and exposure to harmful substances like radon and mold. DBS offers several safe solutions for new sump pumps. Each design is installed to have a flush finish with basement flooring and is completely air-sealed with a tight lid to maintain a healthy environment.
Waterproofing Solutions Installed in Virginia, MN to Solve Wet Basement Issue
The owner called DBS for a free no-obligation estimate. A DBS Design Specialist went to the home in Virginia, MN to do a thorough inspection. After the inspection, the Design Specialist educated the homeowner on DBS waterproofing and foundation solutions. A DBS Foreman led the installation of the project with help from a crew and they installed CleanSpace®, WaterGuard® Drain System, and a TripleSafe™ sump pump.
WaterGuard® French Drain System
The crew installed the WaterGuard® french drain system in the basement by jackhammering a trench around the perimeter of the basement and placing drains into the trenches. The trenches are filled in with rock and smoothed over with concrete to conceal the system. WaterGuard® is installed to collect water runoff from walls and footings of a home to divert water into a sump pump so that it may be expelled away from the foundation. For an estimate on how much it would cost to waterproof your basement, fill out our Free Estimate Form.
Thorough Basement Waterproofing System Installed in Virginia, MN to Keep Basement Dry
DBS installed a TripleSafe™ sump pump in this basement to collect water from the WaterGuard®. The TripleSafe™ works by pumping water away from the foundation through a discharge line. This is a key element to the DBS waterproofing system because it ensures that water is pushed far enough away from the home so it cannot find its way back in. To finish the process, the basement walls were wrapped in CleanSpace®, a poly material that will help direct water from the walls into the WaterGuard® drains. Now that the home has been properly waterproofed, the homeowners can relax comfortably in their safe environment.
