Is your basement leaking from the surface or from deep underground?
In short: Wet basements are a common homeowner headache, but the solution depends entirely on where the water is coming from. This video breaks down the distinction between surface and subsurface water issues.
Host Kevin O’Connor, masonry expert Mark McCullough, and plumbing expert Richard Trethewey explain that water issues generally fall into two categories. Surface water can be managed by leveling the yard, adding swales, repositioning downspouts, or repairing foundation cracks.
In contrast, subsurface water is groundwater that enters through the floor as the water table rises. To combat this, experts suggest installing French drains, sump pumps, or dry wells. For a preventive approach against moisture, homeowners might consider using subflooring material with a raised rubber base.
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