Basement Waterproofing vs. Epoxy Injections?

When to Use Basement Waterproofing Compared to Epoxy Injections?

The springtime around Kansas City typically brings rain. As the motto says, April Showers Brings May Flowers. With the rainfall heading to the area this time of year, homeowners begin to see water seeping into their basement, resulting in an increase in calls to foundation repair companies nearby. Many questions we are continually asked include:

• Can I repair the water with epoxy injections?
• Are the cracks fixable?
• Do I need waterproofing?
• Is the sump pump working?
• What are my options?
• How much does the repair cost?
• Is this a longterm solution?

Fortunately, when the issue arises and a reputable foundation repair company comes out and performs the work right the first time, the water disappears for good. Unfortunately, PierMagic does receive several calls from Kansas City homeowners that have had other foundation repair companies waterproof their basement, and yet they still have water in the basement. This is because the problem was not fixed properly. This reiterates the importance of selecting a reputable foundation repair company.

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To effectively keep the water out, the problem must be properly diagnosed. Several foundation repair companies will offer a quick and cheap epoxy injection to stop the leaks, but this does not always work. Epoxy crack injection can be used on minor foundation cracks (width ranging between .002” up to 3/8’), but if water is getting in, the foundation likely has structural issues. Epoxy injection does not fix the structural issues allowing the water to infiltrate the foundation walls.

Epoxy Does Not Always Keep Water Out

Cracks in the foundation walls typically mean there is a structural problem. For example, if there is too much hydrostatic pressure on a foundation wall, the wall can crack and leak water. Putting epoxy on the crack can stop the leak temporarily, but it doesn’t take the pressure off of the wall. The excessive pressure is the main problem that is causing the wall to crack and leak. If this isn’t fixed properly the wall will crack and leak again, it’s only a matter of time.

Best Waterproofing Solution to Keep Water Out for Good

The best way to fix this issues is to alleviate the pressure on the wall, install a waterproofing membrane on the wall, and then to install a drain tile system to channel the water away from the wall. This fixes the structural issues and provides a permanent solution to the water in the basement.

At PierMagic®, we believe in fixing the problem correctly the first time. Our basement waterproofing services will keep water out of your basement for good, and we stand behind them with the best warranties in the business. So if there is water leaking into your basement, call us today. We will keep the water out for good.

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