Basement Remodeling-Water Mitigation
Thursday, 28 January 2010 10:17 | 
Author: Randy Baker |
The number one concern in any new basement remodel is water mitigation. Before any remodeling is started you need to know that you have completely eliminated the possibility of water entrance. If you have even a slight water pooling problem you will need to install a interior water drain and pump.
The number one concern in any new basement remodel is water mitigation. Before any remodeling is started you need to know that you have completely eliminated the possibility of water entrance. If you have even a slight water pooling problem you will need to install a interior water drain and pump.
They will begin by looking over the area and quoting you a price on a new system. Most of these will consist of a drain cut along the basement walls. These will lead to a sump pump on a dedicated GFCI circuit. This GFCI is designed to prevent shorting and required by code to be installed in most parts of the country and world today. They will also drill holes to allow the water to escape from behind the walls and into the drain. As you can see this is all best left to the pros.
Once you have corrected any major water problems ,which in this authors opinion is any pooling of water, you may move on to a waterproofing paint product for moisture issues. Begin by removing any old paint that was applied in the area you are working with. Before you start this you must properly ventilate the area by opening any windows and doors to the room. Now find a respirator,safety glasses, and gloves. Paint can have some hazardous substances in it so you can never be to careful. You will need a wire brush and putty knife or a paint scraper to remove the old paint from your walls and floor. The more paint that can be removed the better off you will be in the long run. Use the brush and putty knife to scrape the walls and floor and then clean up all of your removed paint with a shop vac or broom. This is a pretty basic step that involves long tedious hours but will definitely pay off in the long run.
Now that you have removed your paint you are almost ready to apply your moisture blocking paint! The next step is to carefully look over your area for any cracking or flaking of the wall or floor. Have any of these over one eighth of an inch repaired by a professional. I should mention here that if at any point you have found any obvious bulging in your floor immediately call in a professional for repairs! If your cracks are small you make fill them in with an epoxy type filler available at the hardware store.
Ok, now you can apply that paint. Begin by reading the products directions for mixing and follow them precisely. Then apply a minimum of two coats of the product to your basement walls and floor. Use a brush to get into any small areas and tiny cracks and a roller for the large expanses. As stated before keep the basement well ventilated. You may need to leave your home for a few hours afterwards so be prepared to do so. Once you have let the paint dry you can begin to plan your remodel in your newly waterproof basement!
The number one concern in any new basement remodel is water mitigation. Before any remodeling is started you need to know that you have completely eliminated the possibility of water entrance. If you have even a slight water pooling problem you will need to install a interior water drain and pump.
They will begin by looking over the area and quoting you a price on a new system. Most of these will consist of a drain cut along the basement walls. These will lead to a sump pump on a dedicated GFCI circuit. This GFCI is designed to prevent shorting and required by code to be installed in most parts of the country and world today. They will also drill holes to allow the water to escape from behind the walls and into the drain. As you can see this is all best left to the pros.
Once you have corrected any major water problems ,which in this authors opinion is any pooling of water, you may move on to a waterproofing paint product for moisture issues. Begin by removing any old paint that was applied in the area you are working with. Before you start this you must properly ventilate the area by opening any windows and doors to the room. Now find a respirator,safety glasses, and gloves. Paint can have some hazardous substances in it so you can never be to careful. You will need a wire brush and putty knife or a paint scraper to remove the old paint from your walls and floor. The more paint that can be removed the better off you will be in the long run. Use the brush and putty knife to scrape the walls and floor and then clean up all of your removed paint with a shop vac or broom. This is a pretty basic step that involves long tedious hours but will definitely pay off in the long run.
Now that you have removed your paint you are almost ready to apply your moisture blocking paint! The next step is to carefully look over your area for any cracking or flaking of the wall or floor. Have any of these over one eighth of an inch repaired by a professional. I should mention here that if at any point you have found any obvious bulging in your floor immediately call in a professional for repairs! If your cracks are small you make fill them in with an epoxy type filler available at the hardware store.
Ok, now you can apply that paint. Begin by reading the products directions for mixing and follow them precisely. Then apply a minimum of two coats of the product to your basement walls and floor. Use a brush to get into any small areas and tiny cracks and a roller for the large expanses. As stated before keep the basement well ventilated. You may need to leave your home for a few hours afterwards so be prepared to do so. Once you have let the paint dry you can begin to plan your remodel in your newly waterproof basement!
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