by Waterproof Solutions | Nov 1, 2025 | Home Foundation Repair, House Diagnostic Services, House Foundation Repair Education, Uncategorized
Why do basement walls shift in St. Louis homes? Hydrostatic pressure: Heavy rains and poor drainage push water against the foundation, creating pressure that forces walls inward. Expansive clay soil: St. Louis soil expands when wet and shrinks when dry, causing...
by Waterproof Solutions | Oct 1, 2025 | Basement Waterproofing, St Louis Foundation Repair, St Louis Foundation Repair Video Blogs
Why should I waterproof my basement? Heavy fall rains and melting snow can seep into cracks and cause basement flooding. Freeze–thaw cycles expand cracks in foundations, making problems worse. Moisture buildup can lead to mold, mildew, and poor indoor air quality....
by Waterproof Solutions | Sep 1, 2025 | Basement Waterproofing, Uncategorized
Why is a basement inspection in St. Louis important? St. Louis’s humid climate and heavy rains increase the risk of basement leaks and flooding Inspections help detect early signs of water damage, mold, and mildew Identifies structural issues like wall cracks or...
by Waterproof Solutions | Dec 2, 2021 | St Louis Foundation Repair
In today’s video, Stephen is in an older home inspecting their crawl space. This home has a cistern room with some structural issues that need to be addressed. Listen in while Stephen discusses these issues and what needs to be done about...
by Waterproof Solutions | Dec 1, 2020 | St Louis Foundation Repair
Inspection Requires an Experienced Foundation Specialist Again, from Waterproofs Solutions. You know, it’s one thing to buy a house that has a bad drainage system in it, it’s another thing for the system that was put in it to be illegal and not detected by...
