Your St Louis Basement Waterproofing Experts
Water in your basement or crawl space can be a stressful and destructive problem. At Stratum Structural Systems, we provide prompt and trustworthy basement waterproofing services to ensure your basement or crawl space is dry for years to come.
Water in your basement can lead to long term foundation problems.
Methods of basement waterproofing can vary between contractors. Sometimes the repairs may involve the repair of foundation cracks, installation of a sump pit and pump, and possibly interior or exterior drain tiles. It’s typical for homeowners to feel confused about what they need, because a wide range of experience, quality and workmanship exists in the industry. Stratum is committed to eliminating uncertainty by implementing accepted engineering practices so we can repair your home and set your mind at ease. We offer the following basement waterproofing services:
- Sump Pump Installation
- Exterior Drains
- Yard Drainage Solutions
- Exterior Foundation Sealing
- Crack Repair
Common Causes of Basement Water Problems
HYDROSTATIC PRESSURE
Hydrostatic pressure is a term used to describe a high or rising water table. In St. Louis, water tables can fluctuate dramatically depending on rainfall amounts, snowmelt and drought. If the water table rises enough, water can come up through cracks in the floor or around the perimeter at the floor and wall seam. Basement waterproofing — the installation of interior drainage systems and sump pumps — relieves the hydrostatic pressure and keeps water from entering the basement
Learn more about hydrostatic pressure.
EXTERIOR WATER ISSUES
Exterior water issues include standing water in the yard, water coming in over top of the foundation, window wells filling up and downspouts dumping next to the foundation. Correcting the yard grade, installing French drains and extending downspouts are effective and simple solutions to these problems.
Learn more about exterior water issues.
Stratum Structural Systems Can Help
If you’re dealing with a flooded or damp basement, trust the pros at Stratum Structural Systems. We’ll repair your problem as simply and affordable as possible — and never sell you a product or service you don’t need. Call us today at (314) 620-8153 or contact us online to schedule a home inspection and free quote.
