Efflorescence
This is a white, chalky substance that can be found on basement walls. It isn’t dangerous to humans, as is the case with mold growth (which may look the same). Seeing the problem usually indicated that there is a moisture issue beneath the home. The seepage is likely making its way inside via damaged areas in the concrete of the foundation wall. As the water leaks inside, it starts to evaporate from the surface and it leaves behind a white mineral deposit. Eventually, this moisture can start to damage other areas of the space beneath your home, including wooden supports, floor joists, and anything you may have stored here. It may also spark the development of dangerous mold and bacteria which could make your family sick.
Crack Repair and Exterior Membranes
Basement Problems
To take care of the problem, St. Louis Basement Pros can fill in and seal wall or floor cracks after first repairing the initial cause of the issue. We can also apply an exterior waterproofing membrane to the outside of your foundation wall. This is a dimpled surface which will collect seepage from around the home, and it will send it into a sump pump system where the moisture where eventually be sent out to a safe distance away.
Testimonials
Sump Pump
They were reliable, communicative, and accessible. We were leaving the day they started the sump pump installation job. They arrived on time and got right to work. The guys were polite and professional, explained exactly what they’d be doing. We left town and the owner called to let me know they had finished. When we returned, the basement was finished and all materials were cleaned up. It honestly looked more clean than when I had left. We had one issue with a drain at the basement door. It wasn’t properly draining into the sump system. I called and within 24 hours, they were out to connect the drain to the sewer line instead. Again, they were professional and worked quickly. I’ve had no problems since and I love the dry basement! I would highly recommend this company. Ryan and his team really took care of us.
foundation repair
I had a retaining wall that was in disrepair. They came out and secured and repaired the retaining wall quickly. It is working as it should and looks much better than it did before.
Foundation Crack Repair
The sales guy was timely and very cost competitive with the bid. He did an excellent job explaining what the job would detail. His employee was on time the day of the actual work and was very professional.
