Water & Foundation Problems: By the Numbers
Examine the graphic to the right as we discuss common foundation problems observed by our ECP Contractor Partners on the job. Our contractors address foundation issues indicated by these signs and offer tailored solutions for your waterproofing and repair needs. #1: Basement Wall Cracks and Water Seepage – Water intrusion through cracks in concrete block…
Warning Signs that Your Property has Oversaturated Soils
Expansive soils that are oversaturated with water are a leading cause of foundation problems. Around the country currently, we have seen weather problems and flooding that have causes foundation problems and failures. We know flooding, rain, and even snow and ice is an issue. But how do you know that your home and property is at risk?
Featured Job Friday: ABT Commercial Foundation Waterproofing Project
Waterproofing Condos along the Fox River in Green Bay, WI This week’s Featured Job Friday comes to us from Wisconsin and our friends at ABT. Dave Brehmer shared a recent commercial foundation waterproofing job that was a massive undertaking. The Riverside Place Condos in Green Bay, Wisconsin, had a basement and underground parking; both were…
Featured Job Friday: Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair Project
This week’s Featured Job Friday comes from the Kansas City area! KC Waterproofing Inc. is an ECP Contractor Partner that is very close to home. They are based out of Kansas City and serve the Greater Kansas City area for waterproofing, foundation repair, concrete leveling, and more. Don Derry, KC Waterproofing, Inc.’s owner, has been…
Featured Job Friday: FSS Performs Waterproofing for a Hurricane
ECP Partner Foundation Support Specialists were called out to a residential single-family home with a large walk-out basement in Corpus Christi, TX due to the home leaking significant amounts of water in the basement of the property. This particular home had already had waterproofing done in the past, but they had continued problems and contacted FSS to help prevent further problems during the incoming hurricane.
Protecting Your Investment with a Sump Pump
This article was shared with ECP from our very own Sam Rathbun, one of our leading waterproofing experts. Check back in the future for more articles from Sam and stay in the know on waterproofing problems and solutions. Sump pumps are a must-have if you own a home. A quality sump pump and sump basin…
Common Water Problems that Affect Foundations
Water Problem Signs – Do You Need Waterproofing? No matter if you have a leaky basement, wet crawl space or a damp basement, understanding and identifying the signs of potential water problems that affect foundations is a key to having your problems solved by a waterproofing contractor. An ECP interior waterproofing system may be what…
Water Drainage Solutions
Poor water drainage around residential foundations causes millions of dollars in damages every year. Water is the major enemy of your foundation. If there is too much water foundation bow, rise, and buckle. Controlling water and waterproofing will prevent this water damage and help maintain the structural stability of homes. Keeping water drained away from…
Tips for Maintaining a Crawl Space
Because most crawl spaces go largely unused, many homeowners aren’t aware of any problems that may be lurking inside. Sure, they may peek in to pull out holiday decorations once in a while, but most folks never really spend any time down there. A dark and creepy crawl space often goes unnoticed. However, it’s not…