Customer Name: Dornea Williams Issue: Water leaking into the basement through the foundation This waterproofing job was unique, in that the home had a stone foundation and no footer. The water was coming through the solid stone. We installed a main sump pump with a battery backup. The pump discharged to a downspout, keeping the basement dry.…
Read MorePoor Water Drainage If you have poor water drainage around your home, it can cause major foundation problems. It will cause the foundation to buckle, rise and bow. Waterproofing and controlling water will prevent this damage and it will keep the structure stable. Proper drainage is required by building codes. Keeping water drained away from…
Read MorePrevent a Wet Basement in the Spring! Matthews Wall Anchor & Waterproofing has a recommendation for the autumn in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia homeowners. Go into the winter season with a little peace of mind. Inspect your basement prior to winter to help prevent a wet basement from heavy snows or wet thaws. We…
Read MoreCauses of Basement Flooding A flooded basement can cause a lot of damage to your home and can create an unhealthy living environment for you and your family. Flooding of your basement most often occurs during very heavy rains or from rapid snowmelt. Because the basement is the lowest part of the home, they are…
Read MoreInterior Waterproofing in Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia Sump pumps, sump pits, and sump basins are an essential part of interior waterproofing. Each of these, used together, keep water from entering your basement and drain the water away from the basement and foundation. Sump pits: The sump pit, also known as a crock, collects the…
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