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Problem-Leaks.
Symptom/Test- Localized wetness, oozing, or trickling from a foundation wall or floor. Check the damp area carefully, paying attention to mortar joints between blocks. Cause-Cracks resulting from normal settling or faulty roof drainage, a grade that slopes toward the wall, or a clogged drain tile. Solution-Plug a single hole from the inside. Otherwise, dig down and work from the outside. Waterproof entire foundation wall and install drain tile. Slope grade away from the wall.
Problem-Subterranean water.
Symptom-A barely noticeable film of water on the floor could be a sign. Lay down a sheet of polyethylene for several days; if moisture is penetrating, it will dampen the concrete underneath. Cause-Usually a high water table is forcing up water from below under high pressure, turning you basement into a well. This may happen only during rainy periods. Solution-Drain tiles installed around the perimeter of the foundation or floor may help, but only if connected to a lower spot or a storm sewer. You may need a sump pump.
Symptom/Test- Localized wetness, oozing, or trickling from a foundation wall or floor. Check the damp area carefully, paying attention to mortar joints between blocks. Cause-Cracks resulting from normal settling or faulty roof drainage, a grade that slopes toward the wall, or a clogged drain tile. Solution-Plug a single hole from the inside. Otherwise, dig down and work from the outside. Waterproof entire foundation wall and install drain tile. Slope grade away from the wall.
Problem-Subterranean water.
Symptom-A barely noticeable film of water on the floor could be a sign. Lay down a sheet of polyethylene for several days; if moisture is penetrating, it will dampen the concrete underneath. Cause-Usually a high water table is forcing up water from below under high pressure, turning you basement into a well. This may happen only during rainy periods. Solution-Drain tiles installed around the perimeter of the foundation or floor may help, but only if connected to a lower spot or a storm sewer. You may need a sump pump.
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