Foundation Waterproofing in Royalton, MN
Foundation waterproofing to keep basements dry.
Keep the Basement Dry First
Insulation and water do not share a wall. Before a basement is finished or insulated, water coming through the foundation has to be stopped - otherwise the new assembly traps moisture and grows problems behind it.
We waterproof foundations as part of basement and crawl-space projects: sealing the wall surface, addressing cracks and penetrations, and making sure the path water was taking is closed before the insulation goes on. Paired with closed-cell foam on the inside, the result is a wall that is dry, warm and ready to finish.
Damp lines, white mineral staining, seasonal seepage: have us look before any insulation gets scheduled. Doing the sequence right the first time costs far less than opening a finished wall later.
What This Work Looks Like
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Common Questions
What is the difference between waterproofing and damp-proofing a foundation?
Damp-proofing slows moisture vapour; waterproofing is built to hold back liquid water under pressure. Which one your foundation needs depends on the soil, the grade and the water you are actually seeing.
Can you waterproof a foundation from the inside?
Interior work manages water that is already getting in and is sometimes the practical option on a finished basement. Exterior work keeps it out in the first place. We look at the cause before recommending the side.
Should waterproofing happen before insulating a basement?
Yes. Fix the water first, then insulate. Foam over an actively wet wall traps the problem instead of solving it.
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