WATERPROOFING
Arrow Foundation Repair is your waterproofing expert for when water intrusion occurs. Water intrusion and damage are some of the most common reasons that home buyers will not move forward with a sale. Letting water intrusion continue to occur can cause mold & mildew build-up, moisture can rot wooden structures making them unstable, and damp & dark environments, such as a basement, can attract unwelcome pests.
Common causes of water intrusion include:
- Cracks within your foundation
- Poor drainage systems and/or maintenance
- Sump pump issues
- Leaking basement windows
Arrow Foundation Repair has various industry-valued systems and solutions to keep your basement dry, including:
Interior Drain Tile
An interior drain tile system involves installing perforated pipes along the floor just inside the footing to direct water to a sump pump. This system addresses seepage by collecting water that comes up from beneath the basement floor and through foundation walls. The pipes are surrounded by washed gravel and covered with filter paper and drain trip. Once the installation is complete, concrete is repoured to restore the flooring.
Installed on the inside of the home next to the foundation’s footing and beneath the basement floor, this system is an ideal waterproofing solution by providing a much longer life expectancy at a lower installed cost.
Interior drain tile systems also help prevent future foundation problems by keeping water away from the crucial areas of your foundation and lessening hydrostatic pressure around the foundation. Even if you do not currently have water intrusion, Arrow Foundation Repair is happy to install this system to ensure that you reduce the risk of it occurring.
Sump Pump System
Sump pumps are critical for Midwest homes and properties with basements due to the large amount of rain that can occur. When installed in your basement or crawl space, a sump pump automatically kicks on and removes excess water before it can damage your home. If your sump pump is making loud noises, running for an unusually long amount of time, cycling irregularly, or is older than ten years, it is very likely you are due for a sump pump replacement.
Arrow Foundation Repair specializes in sump pump system installation and repairs.
We also offer battery backup systems, at an additional cost.
Crack Injection (Epoxy & Polyurethane) Repair
Oftentimes foundation wall cracks are the path that water takes when your basement floods.
ECP Epoxy and Polyurethane Injection Resins are an industry-leading interior foundation crack solution, used by Arrow Foundation Repair. These resins weld cracked concrete back together to restore the structural integrity of the cracked concrete, and stop water from entering the home through them.
Exterior Waterproofing Membrane
Waterproofing membranes are a layer of water-tight material that adheres to the wall to prevent water leaks or damages, and can be used to repair cracks from the exterior.
Arrow Foundation Repair uses the trusted industry-standard product,
Mel Rol, for waterproofing the exterior of a foundation. Exterior waterproofing membranes are an optimal solution when a foundation crack is visible from the outside.
