Foundation Repair Photo Album: Crack in Haslett, MI Basement Wall Sealed And Waterproofed

When cracks in foundation walls start letting water in, it can be a hard thing to fix. Conventional fixes like store bought sealants are only temporary and the problem returns. In this Haslett, MI home we do inject a sealant into the crack but that's only the beginning. Sealants can have a hard time adhering if any loose sediment is in the crack or if the crack expands. We also dig out a space in the foundation below the crack and fill the space with compacted stone. This drywell creates a space for water to gather instead of puddling on the basement floor. A foam layer is placed over the crack followed by an inorganic (mold and mildew resistant) layer. The foam creates a space for water to travel down the wall and into the drywell. The concrete is replaced and the fix is finished. Any water that enters the home in the event that the sealant fails will be directed immediately into the drywell and will leach back into the soil. No more puddles. No more worries.

Crack In Foundation Wall Leads To Wet Basement

This crack clearly letting water into the basement. Sealants are only temporary when it comes to keeping water out. This homeowner needs a fix that will keep water off the basement floor for years to come.

Concrete Excavated In Small Area To Begin Waterproofing

We start by breaking up the concrete below the crack and digging out an area a few gallons in size. This will be our drywell that any incoming water will be directed to. The water will then be allowed to leach back into the soil and out of the basement.

Drywell Filled With Stone To Prepare For New Concrete

The drywell is filled with crushed stone before the concrete is ultimately replaced.

Crack Sealed And Covered In Wet Haslett, MI Basement

The crack was covered with a foam layer followed by a mold and mildew resistant layer over top. The foam creates a space for water to travel down the wall between the concrete and plastic layers. The water is directed into the drywell and out of the basement.

Concrete Is Replaced To Finish Crack Waterproofing

Once the crack is sealed and covered and the drywell is filled with stone, we're ready to replace the concrete. The job is then complete and will last for years to come. This solution to a foundation wall crack is reliable, pleasing to the eye, and quickly installed.