Sealing basement walls

One of the most common places to find water in a residential basement is in a puddle right next to the wall. This doesn’t happen because the wall itself is leaking water or because the basement floor has low points around the edges. It occurs with frequency because of a necessary quirk in construction that creates an avenue for water to enter the basement between the wall and floor. Combine this with a tendency for ground water to create underground pressure and the result is a problem…

Six months ago, I decided it was time to tackle the basement. It smelled slightly musty, was full of cobwebs and the carcasses of pill bugs...

If you want your basement to be waterproof, you should seal the concrete walls and floor. You can do it yourself!

This is a mistake made by many DIYers and basement waterproofing contractors.

If you have a basement with unfinished walls, you might be thinking about parging them. You’ve seen other homeowners do it, but you’re not quite sure why. What is parging and does your basement even need it?

Poor basement waterproofing and the need for foundation repair allow in moisture, leading to a soluble salt deposit on your basement wall. Quickly clean efflorescence with a distilled white vinegar and clean water mixture or hydrochloric acid. #remove #efflorescence #basement #walls

Uninsulated rim joists are huge energy losers. Now's the time to insulate and seal your rim joists. One option is to seal the rim joists with rigid insulation cut to fit. We recommend a minimum of 2-in.-thick extruded polystyrene, but check your local codes to see what's required. If you have a table saw, use it to cut strips equal to the depth of your joists. Then use a fine-tooth handsaw, utility knife or miter saw to cut the strips to length. Fill small #thebasement

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What we did not anticipate about repointing stone walls in a basement of a very old home. Yes, we're doing this project ourselves.

With warmer weather setting in, it’s the time of year when basements everywhere start smelling musty and moldy. This widespread problem comes down to how basements are finished, and here’s a true story that illustrates the point. #mold #basement

Q: What steps should I take to insulate an unfinished basement in a house I’m thinking of buying? I don’t want to use spray foam and I don’t want the job to be too expensive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5ZnmGca95c https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiTls56IOek&t=1s Click above to avoid the #1 basement finishing mistake. A: The standard method of insulating…

Looking to waterproof your basement? Our guide breaks down everything you need to know.

Learn how to waterproof basements with this step-by-step guide from SANI-TRED! We will show you how to use our DIY basement today!

How to Reduce #Humidity in a #Basement? https://buythermopro.com/knowledge/how-to-reduce-basement-humidity/ The basement is usually the most humid area in the house, the excess humidity can even result in rotting, structural #damage. Read this article to learn all the #tips to reduce humidity in your basement.

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Check out these Ideas for remodeling a basement without having to put up traditional studs and drywall (sheetrock) on the concrete or stone walls.

Are you looking to spruce up your dark and dingy basement? Despite being the foundation of the interior of most homes, basement walls are usually the most unwelcoming environment and often create an uninviting aesthetics. ... Read more

With special framing and insulating techniques, your basement can be as comfortable as any other room in your home. Find out more about insulating basement walls and framing basement walls here.