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How to Fix Foundation Water Protection

Dealing with foundation water protection can be frustrating. Here is exactly why it happens and how to fix it for good.

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Top Reasons for Foundation Water Protection

Local environmental factors and seasonal cycles play a massive role in the health of your property. Here are the most common triggers we see right now.

Common Technical Causes

Water Pressure

Saturated soil around a foundation can put up to 33,000 lbs of pressure on walls.

Capillary Rise

Water can wick up through concrete footings, causing interior mold and drywall damage.

Expansive Clay

Wet clay expands, while dry clay shrinks, causing foundation movement and cracking.

What To Do Next

Choose your path to a healthier property. Try these simple diagnostic steps yourself, or skip the hassle and call a verified pro.

Quick Checks You Can Do

Before calling anyone, try these zero-cost steps to see if it's a simple fix.

1

Visually inspect the "grade" around your home during rain

2

Buy and install downspout extensions (at least 6 feet long)

3

Identify and fix any leaking sprinkler heads within 10 feet of the house

4

Seal any visible exterior concrete cracks to prevent water entry

When to Call a Specialist

If you notice any of these signs, the problem will likely spread without professional repair.

Negative grading (land sloping toward the house)
Gutter downspouts dumping water at the foundation corners
Leaking sprinkler valves near the exterior walls
Planter boxes with no drainage against the house
Lack of a perimeter "footer drain" in older homes
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