The Top Causes of Basement or Crawl Space Leaks During Spring Showers and How to Fix It
With the conclusion of winter and the weather getting warmer, spring showers are right around the corner. These showers bring the potential of basement or crawl space leaks, which is a common problem homeowners encounter during springtime.
Various factors can be the culprit for these leaks, from poor drainage and foundation cracks to leaking pipes. A leaky basement is not only unsightly, but it can also result in costly damage to your home and potential harm to your health.
Let’s explore the top causes of basement or crawl space leaks during spring showers and how to fix them, with a particular focus on the innovative Kemko® System and KIP injection method used by The Leak Stoppers, a Platinum Roofs company.
Poor Drainage
One of the most common causes of underground leaks is poor drainage, which can occur due to clogged gutters, poor grading, or downspouts that are too close to the foundation.
If you do not have proper drainage and the ground around your home is saturated with water, then the water has nowhere else to travel but down—and potentially into your basement or crawl space.
It is crucial to ensure that the ground around your home slopes away from the foundation to help prevent a potential basement leak. In addition to the grade of your ground, you should also have your gutters and downspouts cleaned regularly to prevent any clogs.
A great way to fix poor drainage is to install a drainage system or waterproofing material around the exterior of your home.
Cracks in the Foundation
Another potential issue that could lead to basement or crawl space leaks is cracks in your foundation. With heavy rains, if there are cracks in your foundation, water can seep through those cracks and into the basement or crawl space.
To properly fix foundation cracks, your foundation may need repaired or sealed so leaks no longer occur.
Our team, The Leak Stoppers, is a Certified Kemko® Applicator which provides leak remediation to repair cracks in concrete, masonry, wood, and steel structures. We also do grouting, sealing, and bonding.
The Kemko® Injection Process (KIP) that we use injects cracks down to 0.002 inches wide, and when the injected adhesive cures, the crack is sealed in its entirety and restores the concrete to its original integrity making for a great finish to your foundation.
Leaking Pipes
Another culprit that causes basement or crawl space leaks is leaking pipes. If your plumbing system is outdated or damaged, it may leak water into your basement or crawl space.
To address this issue, your pipe(s) may need to be repaired or replaced. Our team of experts can help identify the source of the leak and make the repairs needed to ensure your leak stops, contact us to see how we can help!
Poorly-Sealed Doors and Windows
Basement windows and doors can also be a source of basement leaks if they are improperly sealed. Without a proper seal, water can seep through during a spring shower into your basement area.
To prevent basement leaks from your windows and doors, assess each door and window to ensure that it is sealed tightly. If any gaps are identified, caulking and weather stripping can seal those gaps and prevent potential leaks.
What To Do If Your Basement or Crawl Space Is Leaking
If your basement or crawl space is leaking, you need a solution that is efficient and effective to stop the source of the problem as soon as possible.
Our team of trained professionals at The Leak Stoppers, a Platinum Roofs company, utilizes the Kemko® System and KIP injection method as previously mentioned to provide superior basement leak repair services. We use state-of-the-art equipment to apply the Kemko® epoxy precisely and efficiently, ensuring a long-lasting, effective solution to your basement leak issue.
The Kemko® system we use is specifically designed to bond strongly to concrete. By doing so, it provides a permanent seal that won’t crack or fail over time. The system has been a leader in the development of epoxy and urethane injection materials for concrete repair and waterproofing since 1996.
We make sure to use only the best for our clients when fixing that basement leak!
Our Experts Can Help
If you have noticed basement or crawl space leaks as a result of spring showers or other weather conditions, our team of experts can assess the situation to help find the source of the issue. We are headquartered in the Lewes, Delaware region, but service the entire state of Delaware and surrounding areas for this process.
The technology and equipment we use is superior to any other type of product out there. We don’t just help repair cracks in basement walls, we also can help with crawl spaces, hung sewer lines, water pipes, or even larger projects such as working on bridges or tunnels. Our experts are the best in the country at this process, and they have even done work on the Washington Monument! You can also rest assured that after our work has been completed the engineer will stamp their approval on it.
We greatly value our local community, and our team is committed to providing the utmost quality service to all we serve. So if you are in need of a leak repair, contact us, The Leak Stoppers, a Platinum Roofs company, by phone (302) 226-4510 or email info@plaintumroofs.com and our team will be glad to help!