Damp, wet basements can ruin boxes and belongings storing important items and cause additional problems, including, mold, mildew, structural damage, and rot. Basement waterproofing is the best option to help avoid damage to your belongings, home, and health. The waterproofing experts at Ackerman Contractors serve the Columbia, MO, and Mid-Missouri area and are experienced in providing their customers with the proven basement waterproofing technique of polyurethane injection.  

Polyurethane injection is the process of injecting cracks that are causing leaks with a foam rubber seal. The injection provides a permanent seal when used by a professional basement waterproofing expert and can be used on concrete walls and slabs. It’s an affordable, versatile product and is one of the most common types of waterproofing methods available.

The polyurethane resin needs a high-pressure injection to access the cracks causing your basement to leak. Holes are drilled into the concrete, and the resin travels through these access areas and the entire thickness of your foundation before it expands and solidifies within the cavity or crack. Once solidified, water is prevented from leaking into your basement.  

The polyurethane itself is non-toxic and will not freeze, which makes it a perfect choice for waterproofing basements in climates where temperatures can vary and where concrete can expand and contract throughout the seasons. It also sets quickly, especially when it comes into contact with water. It’s an ideal substance to use with basement leaks since water is present in the cavities and it will make it expand rapidly. It is also a cost-effective way to treat any water leaks you may find in your basement.

If you need basement waterproofing, contact Ackerman Contractors to find out more about polyurethane injection and why it’s the most versatile and affordable repair method for leaky, damp basements. Call (573) 256-1986, or visit them online for more information regarding all of the services, including commercial and residential construction and pole and post frame buildings.