Leaky Basement Repair
Dry Up A Leaky Basement
Do you have a leaky basement? Leaky basements are a sign that you have water problems. Water-related issues, such as standing water or pooling water around your home, can eventually damage your foundation and promote mold growth. When the water pressure rises, so does the risk of basement leaks. The soil around your basement becomes saturated after heavy rainfalls, causing stress to your basement walls. This increased pressure causes the basement walls to bow, lean, or crack. Without proper drainage, water can enter your basement through cracks and cause leaks. If you have a leaky basement in Pittsburgh, PA, contact the professionals at Matthews Wall Anchor & Waterproofing.
Our professionals know how to eliminate common basement leaks and keep them away for good. First, we locate the source of moisture by inspecting the perimeter of the home. There are a number of ways water can enter your basement.
We check gutters to make sure they are not clogged with leaves and debris. Proper gutter extensions should also be installed to prevent water from accumulating around the home. All cracks should be repaired so water doesn’t seep through. For severe cracks, contact our professionals so we can apply a foundation repair method to repair your cracks. Inspect and repair all plumbing leaks. Broken pipes or leaky pipes can create soil erosion, forming voids under your foundation. If you have basement windows, inspect the seal around the window frame for cracks and wood rot.
Leaky basements are usually accompanied by other signs of water problems such as:
High moisture and humidity- Mold growth on walls, floors, and furnishings
- Wood rot
- Rusty appliances
- Discolored carpet, walls or ceiling
- Musty odors
- Sagging or buckling floors
- Water stains
- Flooding or pooling water in the basement
- Respiratory problems
If you notice any of these signs accompanied by a leaky basement, contact Matthews Wall Anchor & Waterproofing today. We can inspect your home and provide the best waterproofing method.
Leaky Basement Solutions for Pittsburgh, PA and OH
Contact our professionals for all of your basement leak concerns. We can eliminate water leakage by using the latest Earth Contact Products (ECP) waterproofing methods in Pittsburgh, PA.
We offer basement waterproofing methods such as:
Exterior Waterproofing: This system consists of a waterproofing membrane, dimple drainage board, perforated drain pipe, sump basin, sump pump, and a sump pump discharge freeze guard. All of these components work together to collect water from around your foundation and expel it outside of the home.
Interior Waterproofing: This waterproofing system collects excess water that leaks into your basement and diverts it away from the home.
Sump Pumps: Our energy efficient sump pumps have a high pumping capacity to keep water from entering your basement.
Santa Fe Dehumidifier: These dehumidifiers are designed to keep moisture levels under 50%.
Surface Drainage System: This system contains effective gutters, downspouts, drainage ditches, channel drains, catch basins, and a water collection system.
If you have a leaky basement in Pittsburgh, PA, contact us immediately to avoid costly foundation repairs and water damage. We’ll make sure the problem is fixed the first time. We offer financing options to assist you. Contact Matthews Wall Anchor & Waterproofing today for a free estimate.
