Before you do anything you must accurately define/locate the cause, otherwise you will make it harder if you do the wrong thing. You need the services of a specialist Building Repair contractor not just some Handy man.
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^^ What he said. If you don't figure out where the water is coming from before sealing eveything, you might end up creating a wall full of water.You can find me at: Energise Web Design
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Get one of these guys they specialise in Building pathology http://www.buildingsurveyors.co.nz/panel/membersnear
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Originally posted by drelly View Post^^ What he said. If you don't figure out where the water is coming from before sealing everything, you might end up creating a wall full of water.
watch this video and see how Penetron works
The PENETRON System utilizes crystalline technology that enhances the overall performance and lifespan of concrete. Crystalline Waterproofing, Waterstops, Liquid Sealers.
Having used it myself it is great IMHOLast edited by whitt; 02-11-2011, 11:34 AM.
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Originally posted by whitt View PostAlthough the beauty of using a product like Penetron from the inside is. You get similar results like you would have tanking the wall from the outside. Penetron can penetrate a substantial distance ( up to a metre from mem) and completely seal blocks internal structure. Meaning no wall full of water if done correctly.You can find me at: Energise Web Design
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I agree too, you should first eliminate the possibility water is entering from elsewhere like a leaky roof etc first.
Most basement block leaks are from moisture externally entering outside of blocks thru poor or failed tanking etc.
Typically to remedy these you often need dig up the dirt against house blocks. This gets expensive and time consuming and can be not practicle if you have gardens etc in place.
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Originally posted by DavidCB View PostGet a Building Surveyor in before you do anything
I would go an experienced builder or waterproof specialist who has dealt with the issue numerous times previously myself.
I use:
SSC Watertight Technologies PO Box 121 151, Henderson West Auckland, Phone: 09 416 1200. 021 479 607
[email protected], Chris Eden
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