The structure itself
Foundation Waterproofing Protects the Part You Cannot Replace
Finishes can be redone. The foundation cannot, so keeping water and saturated soil off it is worth attention on its own.
Common warning signs
- A crack that has widened noticeably over a season
- Spalling or flaking concrete at the base of the wall
- Horizontal cracking or inward bowing in a block wall
Common causes
- Freeze-thaw cycling in saturated soil
- Lateral soil pressure against the wall
- Foundation settlement opening joints
- Water sitting at the footing with nowhere to drain
How it works
How Foundation Waterproofing Is Carried Out
- 01
Document crack locations, direction and width.
- 02
Determine whether the issue is moisture, movement, or both.
- 03
Repair the concrete and apply protection to the wall face.
- 04
Correct the drainage that put water against the wall.
Possible waterproofing methods
- Foundation crack repair
- Exterior waterproof coatings and membranes
- Parging and surface restoration
- Drainage board and footing drainage
- Interior sealing where access is limited
- Grading and downspout redirection
Benefits of addressing it
- Slows deterioration of the wall over time
- Reduces moisture reaching interior finishes
- Addresses cracks before they widen
- Improves how the property presents at resale
Brampton service area
Foundation Waterproofing in Brampton
Brampton's clay-heavy soils hold water and swell, which puts steady pressure on foundation walls throughout wet seasons and spring melt.
Service is available throughout Brampton and nearby communities. View the neighbourhoods we cover.
Questions
Foundation Waterproofing FAQs
More general questions are answered on the FAQ page.
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