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...
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...
Waterproofing Concrete: ACCL Waterproofing
You can waterproof concrete from the positive (external) side, negative (internal) side, or from within the concrete itself to make it truly waterproof—that is, to prevent water passage while also resisting hydrostatic pressure (integral systems). Although sheet membrane waterproofing is the most...
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.
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What Causes Structural Foundation Damage in Home Additions?
You and your family adored your home, enjoyed the neighbourhood and despised the prospect of relocating. However, as your family grew, the house began to seem claustrophobic, so you decided to stay put and added an extension to...
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...
What to Do If Your Window Well Is Filling Up With Water
It's wonderful to have windows in the basement. They let in natural light, can be opened to let in some much-needed fresh air, and can be used as an emergency exit when correctly configured. Of...
Sump Pump Failures
A sump pump, like a first aid box, a fire extinguisher, or your home's security system, is rarely used, but it can be an invaluable tool in an emergency. Sump pumps aid in the mitigation and prevention of such disasters by immediately emptying...
