Waterproof Solutions News
Cold Joint
Okay. We’re at a cast and place foundation, and what we basically have at Debbie’s house is we’ve got the front wall is starting to leak. They had lateral work done, and when they came in to break the floor out, they caused what’s called a cold joint leak....
Will Work 4 Food
"Will Work 4 Food" is coming up, May 18, 2019. This fundraiser is a response to an urgent need. Shelves at the food pantry are empty. Grocery stores leaving the area have created a food desert for some of our neighborhood. There are now a lot of needy...
Mud on the Floor
So, we’re in a cast and place foundation where the footing had dropped. And when the footings drop that generally means that there needs to be some piering done. And piering is when the footing needs to be stabilized. And as you can see, by how I can stick...
Fenton Chamber Networking Luncheon at Andre’s West
April Networking Luncheon at Andre's WestWednesday, April 3rd | 11am - 1pmAndre's West Banquet Center211 S. Old Highway 141 - FentonEvent Fee: $20 Members | $25 Non-MembersSponsored by: Waterproof Solutions CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Speaker: Wayne Schoeneberg Topic:...
Breakfast Networking with the Fenton Chamber
"Connect Over Coffee" Networking at Waterproof Solutions Held Friday, March 15, at Waterproof Solutions St. Louis, Residential1679 Springdale Blvd., Fenton, MO Long-time Fenton Chamber member, Waterproof Solutions Residential, invited the Fenton...
Foundation Repairs Gone Wrong
Foundation Problems in Lake St. LouisStephen here at Waterproof Solutions. You know, I work out at Lake St. Louis quite a bit, there’s a lot of clay out here and there’s a lot of things that were done as the houses were built that was a bit of in a...
Snow and Foundation Damage
Homeowners in St. Louis are no strangers to inclement weather, including snow and ice. Dealing with extreme weather patterns has taught St. Louisans the tell-tale signs of early foundation problems. Preventative maintenance is the key for a healthy home, including the...
Sometimes You Don’t Fix It
Hello, folks, Stephen here with Waterproof Solutions. One of the biggest, stress out, what-do-you-do moments is, all right, my house is broken. I’ve had it fixed, I’ve owned it for 20, 30 years, I’ve done right by the house, but now I’m at a point where, I...
Builder Plate Doesn’t Last
Check Out This Video About Builder PlateOn my knees again! Stay away from it folks, let’s keep this a PG show. Look at this. This is what’s interesting. This is a cove plate that the builder puts in. You see the 45 degree a little bit at the top there. But...
Drywall is Bubbling
What’s happenin’ St. Louis? Well, this is one of those things where you buy this beautiful condominium, it’s dressed to the nines, but when you’re buying it there’s a little something wrong with the drywall and they’re like well we’ll fix that for you...
Different Basements Require Different Solutions
At Waterproof Solutions, we know all homes and all basements are different. One of the most important things we need to talk about is how we navigate the inside of your home. Some basements are finished, some aren't. Others are stone, some are block. And some others...
Brick Foundations in St. Louis
Brick Foundations, Unusual in St. LouisHi, Stephen here with Waterproof Solutions. It’s been awhile, but I wanted to show you a neat, old basement in the 116. Take a look over here guys. This is brick. You rarely see brick foundations in St. Louis. You see...
Street Creep – What are the Signs and Symptoms?
Sometimes foundation problems don't start in the house, they start in the street. Watch Foundations Expert Steven Burton of Waterproof Solutions St. Louis Residential explain how street creep begins. Signs and Symptoms There are certain things to look for when...
Bleeders Have No Place in a Foundation Wall
So, you know I talk a lot about different types of repairs that are out there. But, I’m old school man, I was out there when we were trying to jam these things full of hydraulic cement. Well, some of these companies out there still let the walls leak and...
Why Rebar Matters
Waterproof Solutions in St. Louis wants to help you understand why rebar matters. Your dwelling may have problems, showing cracks in its foundation. We want to show you why it needs to be fixed, but also why it happens in the first place. Finding the...
SSCI Bus Tour Waterproof Foundation St. Louis
Waterproof Solutions STL Residential Repairs Foundation on Green Forest Dr., St. Louis Watch the video and take the Waterproof Solutions StL Residential tour of this basement repair. The basement wall of this home was bowing out about three inches, damaging the duct...
Plan Your Addition Carefully
Plan Before You Dig I just recently bought a trampoline for my grandkids. I was so happy to give them that. But you know, trying to find an 11' by 17' spot in the yard that was flat, to put that in was difficult. Can you imagine trying to find a place for a pool or an...
Downspouts, chasing symptoms
Hi! Well, it's time to talk about downspouts and waterproofing. So many times we chase symptoms. When I say we, I mean the industry, or the homeowner, or the sales person. We see the leak, and we're drawn to do something about it, right there. And I appreciate that....
Our Foundation Inspections Could Save You Money
Foundation Inspections Could Save You Money And Misery Foundation inspections are just one way Waterproof Solutions Residential, can save you money. Many St. Louis residents call us when they have a leak, or a crack, or a flooded basement. But some of them could have...
Waterproof Solutions Residential Expands With New Staff and Resources
Sam Morrow recently joined the Waterproof Solutions Residential team as an office and field support specialist. Morrow will be assisting with communications and operations management of the office, located in Fenton, Mo. Her job will also include some responsibilities...