Basement waterproofing is a critical step in ensuring a dry and protected environment in your home. With various techniques and products available, it's essential to understand the options to make informed decisions. In this blog, we will delve into different basement waterproofing techniques and highlight...
A sump pump is a mechanism installed in the lowest point of your house, such as the basement or a crawl space, to help prevent the risk of your basement flooding.
How does it work?
When the ground becomes overly saturated with water from a rainfall...
Encountering water issues in your basement? Finding the source of what causes basement moisture is key to preventing further damage to walls and floors and encourage mold from growing. So, what causes moisture to develop in your basement? And how do you remedy the issue...
Crawl Space Waterproofing - ACCL Waterproofing
You may not give your crawl space much thought, but it is a vital structural element that lifts your house off the ground to help prevent flooding and pest infestations. Crawl spaces, unlike slab foundations, allow for the installation of...
Below Grade Waterproofing: ACCL Waterproofing
You've probably had your outside deck or indoor floor space waterproofed in some way. You may only be familiar with systems that are above grade. Did you know that waterproofing for spaces below ground level is also available? If you have...
Dampproofing vs Waterproofing - ACCL Waterproofing
Dampproofing and Waterproofing:
The terms dampproofing and waterproofing are not interchangeable. Dampproofing is designed to keep soil moisture out, whereas waterproofing is designed to keep both moisture and liquid water out.
For many years, buildings have been dampproofed, a process that was...
Controlling Dust and Debris: ACCL Waterproofing
Is it required to use Dust Suppression?
Absolutely, and for a variety of reasons. Dust suppression becomes a major concern while removing concrete with a jackhammer. the jackhammer's repeated motion tears down concrete and creates a fine dust particle. This dust...
WATERPROOFING EXTERIOR WALLS 101
Water and moisture can move through the brickwork and impact your internal walls when outside walls are exposed to rains or high humidity. This implies that your walls may remain damp for an extended period of time before drying, perhaps resulting in...
Keeping Downspouts and Gutters Clean - ACCL Waterproofing
One of the many reasons to clean your gutters and downspouts is to avoid basement water damage. Water can build in basements due to clogged gutters and downspouts, which you may not be aware of.
PERSERVE THE SAFETY AND...
ACCL Waterproofing: Underpinning Basements
The basement is the first place you should examine if you want to make your home more habitable. But what if your basement is unfinished or has to be lowered to make your family more comfortable? This is where the procedure of...
