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For years we have been using concrete crack injection as a simple, cost effective technique for filling cracks in foundation walls. This method works only for poured concrete walls and on cracks that are not directly related to underlying foundational damage.

Now along with traditional injection, we are offering high pressure concrete crack injection. What’s the difference? Well, it’s all about how the solution is applied. The cracks are still prepared the same way, but instead of manually filling them with an epoxy solution, we hook a machine up that uses high pressure to force the polyurethane deep into the cracks. The result? A better, longer lasting fill.

High Pressure Injections Come with a Lifetime Warranty

Should you take advantage of this method of injection, you will never have to worry about the same cracks again. Why? Because along with the service we offer a fully transferrable lifetime warranty. So if the cracks return, so do we!

When it comes to the foundation of your home, you do not want to cut any corners or make any mistakes. This means that repairs should be conducted in a prompt manner whenever you notice leaks and cracks. It also means that you should choose a reliable basement waterproofing and foundation repair expert to perform work on foundation repair.

There are many different things to look for when choosing a company that offers foundation repair. One key thing to consider is whether the company offers a variety of solutions. For instance, StayDry offers polyurethane crack injection or poured wall crack injection to allow for cracks to be filled simply and easily. Other methods that StayDry uses for basement repair include: the use of Kevlar or fortress stabilization carbon straps; Steel I beam reinforcement; earth anchors; wall plates; rebuilding of wall blocks (complete or partial); straightening of walls; and re-bar reinforcement.  With so many different options, there is a solution to any foundation problem.

You should also consider whether the company doing your foundation repair is willing to stand by their work. StayDry is, offering a lifetime warranty in many cases depending on the option chosen and the type of repair.

To learn more about how StayDry can help you with your foundation repair project, contact us today for advice.

A crawlspace vapor barrier is a great way to keep your crawlspace from becoming a damp or wet area. The crawl space provides an important structural foundation for the house, but it is also susceptible to water damage due to its underground location and the closeness of the surrounding soil. A wet crawlspace can provide a home to mold, mildew, bacteria and insects, so investing in a crawlspace vapor barrier to keep it dry is often a very wise choice.

A crawlspace vapor barrier involves using a 21 Mil membrane that is reinforced with fiber to assure the membrane is strong and impenetrable by water and damp. A properly installed crawlspace vapor barrier will work to keep water out of your underground space for a very long time- in most cases, for life. Not only does the membrane help to keep the crawlspace dry, but it also helps you to minimize energy loss as well. With both increased energy efficiency and increased peace of mind that comes with a dry basement, it is no wonder that so many people turn to the experts at StayDry Waterproofing for help installing a crawlspace vapor barrier in their homes.

Having a strong foundation for your home is essential to keeping your home from sustaining damage. Unfortunately, cracks in the foundation are sometimes a reality. Cracks can happen for a number of reasons including water pressure and earth pressure from outside your home; interference from tree roots growing into the foundation; a problem with the backfill around your foundation such as a choice of a material for fill that is too heavy; or pressure from heavy equipment that is used too near the home.

Regardless of the reason, foundation crack repairs become necessary when your poured concrete walls begin to develop pressure cracks. Unless you repair your cracks, you may find yourself with structural problems that worsen, water coming into your basement or a host of other issues.

Fortunately, there are plenty of options for foundation crack repairs.  The experts at StayDry, for example, use several methods including fortress stabilization carbon fiber; reinforcement of steel I beams; earth anchors and wall-plates; wall rebuilds or straightening; crack injection; or concrete re-bar shear reinforcement. To learn which option is right for you, contact StayDry Waterproofing  today.

Do you use caulk or store-bought silicone to fill the cracks?

Here are a few questions we often get asked about concrete crack injection along with our honest answers.

Absolutely not. You need a strong seal, and those sort of over the counter goods won’t do the trick. For a long lasting fill, professionals will use a commercial strength epoxy.

When can you remove the ports?

Certainly not right away. Generally professionals advise waiting 24 to 48 hours to remove ports after concrete crack injection has been performed. This should give sufficient time for the epoxy to thoroughly dry.

Is it expensive?

Honestly, in comparison to other means of basement waterproofing, concrete crack injection is about as cheap as it gets!

Will it work on my block walls?

Unfortunately, concrete crack injection is only for poured concrete walls. If your walls are composed of cinder blocks, you will have to look into another means of basement waterproofing.

For more info, please visit staydrywaterproofing.com.

Wondering what the basement waterproofing contractors of Stay Dry can offer you? Here you go:

• Basement waterproofing – The most obvious, as it’s in their name. If you are experiencing water in your basement, basement waterproofing contractors can come in and seal it up for you. Now, part of sealing it up may include installing a French drain system to ensure the water can escape.
• Basement crack injection – Experiencing cracks in your poured basement walls? Have a waterproofing contractor come in and fill them with a special epoxy solution.
• Foundation crack repairs – A damaged foundation is dangerous—period. So if you notice signs such as internal cracks, swollen door frames, drooping floors, or windows that won’t shut: you need to make sure you get it taken care of. The best basement waterproofing contractors can come in and diagnose your foundation issues too.
• Crawlspace waterproofing – No basement? No slab? Then you have a crawlspace. And basement waterproofing contractors can waterproof that too with a crawlspace vapor barrier.

Contact Stay Dry Waterproofing for help today!

When you realize you need crawl space repair, you may worry that you’ll end up hiring a contractor who can’t get the job done the way you want it. And why not? It happens all the time with all sorts of home improvement contractors. So how can you make sure the contractor you hire is worth relying on?

First, check their references. What have past customer said about them? Sure it’s nearly impossible to make everyone happy. But by and large, are their customers pleased with the work they received, as well as the overall service?

Then check their estimate with those of other companies. Where do they fall in the overall price spectrum. If they are way low, be wary. And of course, if they over charge you—well simply say no.

Finally, make sure they offer a guarantee on their work. If you aren’t happy with the job, you need to make sure you have some sort of recourse.

The following wet basement myths can cause you to experience irreparable (or at least very expensive) damage to your home.

1. A small bit of moisture is okay—Perhaps you don’t mind a bit of musty air. But if water is leaking into your basement, look for the problem to only intensify. Mold, pests, cracks…it will only get worse, let us assure you.
2. A dehumidifier will cure my problem—Sure a dehumidifier can make it feel dryer in your basement. But will this stop water from entering and damaging your basement? Absolutely not. You need to take measures to stop the water penetration.
3. I can seal up the cracks with caulk—When an expert performs concrete crack injection, he does not use caulk. Instead, he uses a commercial grade epoxy solution. So if you try to fill your cracks with caulk, you will not like your long term results.

Fall victim to these myths and watch your basement get destroyed. Don’t stand for a wet basement any longer!

So you have cracks in your foundation walls. Now what? Well, if those walls are composed of poured concrete, then you may find yourself looking into concrete crack injection. Perhaps you even had a basement waterproofing contractor come out and recommend the procedure.

If so, you may find yourself wondering: is this treatment method going to last?

Look, we know it seems almost too good to be true; stopping cracks in their tracks with a simple epoxy injection. But it isn’t — as long as you find the right people to do the job for you.

A company like Stay Dry Waterproofing will make sure your concrete crack injection has a lasting effect because:

• They use a high-grade commercial material.
• Their technicians take great care to prepare the surface before the injection.
• They make sure the procedure is right for your basement.

If you have cracks in your basement, call Stay Dry Waterproofing and find out if concrete crack injection is right for you!

You aren’t the only one who has walked downstairs into their basement to find it moist and stinky. The fact is, it happens all the time. The difference among homeowners in your situation is how they respond to their wet basement problems.

When confronted with a wet basement, you have three choices:

1. You can ignore it and think “out of sight, out of mind.”
2. You can attempt to fix the issue on your own.
3. You can contact a trained professional to diagnose and treat your wet basement problems.

Which will you choose? We’d advise choice number three. Here’s why: first off, if you ignore the problem, it will only snowball into something much worse. And if you make an attempt to fix it yourself, it’s likely that you will not fix the problem from its root cause. This response isn’t much better as the first, as it will only prolong the negative effects.

But when you contact Stay Dry Waterproofing, their professionals will come in and give you a free estimate, letting you know exactly what you can do to fix the wet basement problem.