A systematic approach to waterproofing

Systems presented two systems, DITRA and KERDI, which can waterproof even large areas quickly and securely. Installers do not require special tools and use only tile adhesive that is suited for the substrate and the covering material.

The polyethylene membrane Schlüter- KERDI is covered with a special fleece on both sides to effectively anchor it into the tile adhesive. On one hand, this sandwich construction allows for bonding the KERDI membrane to the substrate with adhesive, and on the other hand, the tiles can be installed directly on top of the membrane with the thin-set method. Since the polyethylene material is soft, the mat also bridges cracks effectively.

The installation of the KERDI mat is very simple and can be compared to installing wallpaper. The manufacturer offers special connective tape, corner cuts and pipe collars for faster work in problematic sections.

Finished Basement Walls

The waterproofing system can also be installed in finished basements. The finished basement wall is fastened securely to the basement concrete wall and the bottom portion is cut off and removed, so water seepage will not wick up the wall. The DRY UP waterproofing system is designed to look like a finished baseboard and can be painted with an oil-base paint to match the décor of any room. Many people are surprised to discover that the DRY UP system is not just a common baseboard, but a water control system that acts as a channel system, controlling the leaking water and eliminates the moisture causing a wet basement. Waterproofing the DRY UP way really does work. You can say good by to the leaks in your wet and damp basement. Homeowners tell us they like the way it blends in and looks good. It also adds more comfortable living space to your home by eliminating your wet basement.

Basement Waterproofing Operations

When installing the waterproofing system with specialized equipment the floor is properly cleaned along the outside walls and the DRY UP system is adhered to the wet basement floor, preventing water seepage from passing out onto the dry basement floor. The water, from the basement leaking, is quietly channeled to a sump pump and then the leaking water seepage is discharged from the waterproofed basement. A leaking wall waterproofed permanently, with the DRY UP system, is designed to look like a baseboard. Over the last 40 years, we have corrected thousands of basement leak problems with a permanent remedy for the seeping, leaking and disgustingly wet basement water problems, making them DRY and comfortable.

Foundation Waterproofing

All masonry foundations--whether they're block, brick or stone--are typically constructed using mortar to hold the individual masonry units in place. Over time, mortar can deteriorate, allowing water to seep through the open joints and into your building. We provide foundation waterproofing solutions to help with seepage control for your basement.

We offer both exterior and interior methods of repair. The exterior foundation waterproofing method involves excavating the foundation wall(s) to expose the leaking areas. Depending on the condition of the wall, some minor surface restoration may be required. A waterproof membrane is applied to the foundation wall(s). Once the membrane cures, the trench is backfilled with the excavated material. If the wall(s) is excavated to its base, a drain tile can also be added to collect the water and direct it to an appropriate drainage location.

The interior seepage control method, commonly referred to as an Interior Drain Tile System, can also be used to address the problem. As a part of the foundation waterproofing system, our exclusive Hollow Cove Molding is installed at the base of the wall(s). Any water penetrating the wall will continuously drain into the molding and then into the system. U.S. Waterproofing provides foundation waterproofing and seepage control in the Chicago area.

All about waterproofing your basement

Basement flooding is a major problem for many homeowners. If you have a basement, then you should absolutely do something to protect against leakage. Waterproofing your entire basement may seem an unnecessary caution, when you can just repair any small leaks when they form. I mean, what’s a little water on the floor or oozing down the walls anyhow? This kind of leakage is always unpredictable. Water can come in from anywhere and cause significant to anything you happen to keep in the basement. Water can also damage surfaced or papered walls painted or carpeted floors, not to mention risk any valuables you keep in your basement. Repairing damage can cost far more then simple waterproofing. Imagine if you sprang a leak into your basement while you were out of town for two weeks and came back to a foot of water on your basement floor.