Basements are the lowest
point of any house, apartment or commercial property, which is where groundwater will collect. Without proper foundation
protection, that water will find a way into the
basement, causing problems. Molds and mildew will grow,
causing damage to the carpet and walls or woodwork.
No matter the type of waterproofing installed, if the water around the foundation cannot drain away, problems will arise. The force a standing body of water exerts, will eventually find a weak spot in the foundation and start to seep into the basement.
Typical systems include drain tile around
the perimeter of the foundation. The primary
disadvantage with exterior drain tile is the need to
maintain these systems. If the system is not cleaned out
(about every five years) it can be prone to failure.
Like most products for your home, maintenance is
required.
