Interior waterproofing
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Water Where the Basement Wall Meets the Floor?
Water appearing where the basement wall meets the floor is worth investigating, particularly when it occurs during or after rainfall. The location of visible water is useful information, but it does not automatically identify the underlying source.
What to document
Useful signs to look for before an evaluation.
Photos, short video and information about when the water appears can help Ground Guard understand the situation before determining whether an inspection is appropriate.
- A wet line along the edge of the basement floor
- Water appearing after rainfall
- Recurring moisture in the same section
- Nearby foundation cracking
- Dampness extending along the wall-floor joint
- Water collecting near finished basement walls
Evaluation
The visible water does not always identify the source.
Ground Guard does not diagnose a waterproofing problem from one symptom alone. The appropriate next step depends on the property, foundation conditions, drainage, access and where the water is actually entering.
- When the water appears
- How far the affected area extends
- Whether cracks are visible nearby
- Interior drainage conditions
- Exterior foundation and drainage conditions
- Whether a sump system is present
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