Basement Waterproofing Technical Papers

The Cincinnati area faces a unique mix of strong afternoon sun that beats down relentlessly on southwest-facing doors, while prevailing southwest winds and storms sweep in moisture, hail, and debris directly against these vulnerable spots. Seasonal freeze-thaw cycles further stress materials by repeatedly expanding and contracting them. Our inspector Steve has personally seen these issues firsthand across the region and has documented them with photos showing weathered doors and related damage. "A little bit of caulking goes a long way in these areas," Steve notes, emphasizing the importance of regular maintenance. We've also observed many finished basements leaking specifically beneath southwest-facing doors, often causing costly drywall damage concentrated in these spots. Homeowners can avoid expensive repairs by regularly inspecting caulking and ensuring proper clearance between soil and sill plates, safeguarding both their home's foundation and interior finishes.

Our UltraSump 4 is worth the investment. If for any reason the main pump fails in one of our sump pumps, (most commonly due to power outage) the UltraSump 4 is able to pump out 12,000 gallons of water at a 10 foot head. That gives more than enough time to figure out why the main pump failed!

This drought that we are experiencing is no joke and can lead to waterproofing issues once heavy rain returns. Read this post to better prepare for what's to come regarding your basement waterproofing.

Paneling your basement walls is a great way to insulate your basement against vapor and leaking water. All of our basement paneling options will channel wall leaks to a drainage system below and stop water vapor from coming through the walls.