Basement Waterproofing · Knoxville, TN
Basement Waterproofing in Knoxville, TN
Hillside lots in the Knoxville area mean many homes have full or partial basements. With heavy rain through much of the year, water finds its way in through cracks, joints and the base of the walls.
Request a foundation inspectionWhere water comes in
Water often enters where the floor meets the wall, through cracks in block or poured walls, around pipes and at window wells.
Hydrostatic pressure
When the soil outside is saturated, water pushes against the walls and up under the slab. That pressure can also bow block walls over time.
Interior drains
An interior drain system collects water at the base of the walls and carries it to a sump pump, keeping the floor dry.
Sump pumps
A sump pump removes collected water. Battery backups help during the storms when power goes out.
Exterior waterproofing
Digging outside to seal the walls and add a footing drain is more disruptive but stops water at the source.
Gutters and grading
Many wet basements improve a lot once gutters are cleaned, downspouts extended and soil regraded away from the house; see drainage and grading.
Humidity
Even dry basements can be humid in an East Tennessee summer. A dehumidifier protects stored items and finishes.
Finishing a basement
Fix water problems before finishing. Drywall and carpet trap moisture and hide leaks.
Get an inspection
Tell the contractor when and where water shows up. Send a request and a foundation repair contractor will get in touch.
Frequently asked questions
- Is a damp basement normal?
- Some dampness is common, but standing water, efflorescence and mildew are signs to act.
- Will sealant paint fix it?
- Coatings help with minor dampness but rarely stop water under pressure.
Other foundation repair services
Request a foundation inspection
Cracks, sloping floors, sticking doors and damp crawl spaces. Tell us what you're seeing and we'll pass it straight to a foundation contractor, who will call you to set up an inspection and quote.
- Crawl spaces, basements and slabs
- Knoxville, Karns, Lenoir City, Clinton and nearby
- Get an inspection and quote before any work
Need basement waterproofing in Knoxville?
Send a request and a foundation contractor will get in touch. Requests answered 7 days a week.
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