Interior Water Control and Drainage System
Do you have a wet basement from leaking cinder block foundation walls? Do you have visible signs of leaks in the basement like peeling paint, efflorescence, darkness or discolouration on the walls or water pooling on the floor? Does your finished basement seem damp, wet or have a musty smell to it? Are the baseboards or carpeting wet after a rainfall or when snow melts?
If you know or suspect your foundation walls are leaking then it’s time to call the GTA’s first choice for waterproofing contractors, PCS Basement Waterproofing Specialists.
When a basement begins to leak, it’s a sign the drainage system around your home is no longer properly working. When the weeping tile (the drainage pipe around your home) becomes clogged or displaced, water can no longer be properly drained away from the footings and foundation walls which allows hydrostatic pressure to build up, forcing water to penetrate the foundation walls and under the base of the footings.
Our interior water control and drainage system service includes:
- The floor is broken up approximately 6-12 inches wide along the perimeter of the leaking foundation walls to expose footing.
- The broken out concrete is removed and a narrow trench is dug out to allow for installation of 4 inch perforated weeping tile with filter cloth and drainage stone.
- The weeping tile is routed to a sump pump for discharging collected water to outside the home a minimum of 15 feet away from foundation walls.**Note: Connecting a sump discharge line to your wastewater system has been illegal in most municipalities in Ontario since approximately 1975 when Ontario Building Codes were first introduced so be wary of anyone making this suggestion.
- High density polyethylene waterproofing membrane is then fastened to the foundation walls, which
directs the water down to the drainage system below the concrete floor. - The trench is then resurfaced with new concrete.
Leaking block foundation walls discovered in previously finished area
Older home with clear signs of water leakage through brick foundation walls
Wet blocks, paint peeling and efflorescence on walls uncovered in finished basement.
Before
Wet blocks, paint peeling and efflorescence on walls uncovered in finished basement.
After
Internal Water Control System with standard membrane height installation.
Our Process
Step 1
Covering and protecting floors
Step 1.1
Covering and protecting floors
Step 2
Removing existing studding, etc., in preparation for waterproofing basement
Step 3
Signs of water penetration through cinder block foundation walls
Step 4
Breaking out concrete and removing dirt for trench
Step 5
Digging out and getting sump pump pit ready for basin installation
Step 5.1
Draining sump pit of ground water
Step 6
Drilling holes into bottom blocks to release water and pressure build up
Step 6.1
Water discharging from cinder block foundation wall
Step 7
Prepared trench for weeping tile installation
Step 8
Installing weeping tile
Step 9
Drainage stone added to cover weeping tile routed to sump pump
Step 10
Installed sump pit basin with weeping tile routed to it
Step 11
Waterproofing membrane is fastened to foundation walls and down across trench
Step 11.1
Installed waterproofing membrane from trench to ceiling as recommended by PCS when planning to finish basement
Step 11.2
Installed waterproofing membrane from trench to ceiling as recommended by PCS when planning to finish basement
Step 12
Installing Sump Pump with Emergency Back-up Pump
Step 13
Resurfacing of trench with new concrete
Step 13.1
Resurfacing of trench with new concrete
Step 13.2
Resurfacing of trench with new concrete
Testimonials
Pedro, Mississauga
Chris came in on time, did the work well and it's been working great since.I got several quotes before going with PCS. way cheeper. the crack was fixed 2006 and i have no issues since.
Debbie Niedermuller, Halton Hills
AMAZING WORK!<br> Being a business owner myself, I can say that Chris is honest and PROFESSIONAL. I recommend him to my clients, family and friends any time I get a chance !! I've used this company many times and I will use them again ! It is hard to find a company that gives you the honest truth and works with you. It is QUALITY work at a reasonable price. Thank You Chris !!
Debbie Dunit, Saint Catharines
PERFECT JOB<br> Talked to Chris after getting other estimates. He explained everything about the repair to stop our leak in the basement, He was very pleasant and honest - the other companies were not. He arrived on time and the repair was done in a timely manner with no problem that they couldn't handle. Basement was left clean and we were informed about what to do to maintain the repair which was basically looking after the pump - the rest of the repair needed no other maintenance. Chris and his helper were friendly, informative and excellent at the job they were doing. I would highly recommend PCS for any basement work
Sheila Simmons, Toronto
I contacted CHRIS from PCS waterproofing when it was discovered that I had leaks in my basement plus water seepage from outside my water wells . He immediately came in and identified the issue,informed me of his plan ,supported me throughout the entire ordeal and dilengently completed the job. After the work was finished he reviewed every aspect of the process with pictures and thorough explanations [ as I had to leave on an unexpected trip before completion] . He also gave me advise on another water issue on our property ,which no one else was able to clarify. I would HIGHLY recommend CHRIS and let me assure you that you are in excellent capable hands. - a very professional ,honest and hardworking individual which is difficult to find these days
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