Cracks in your basement wall or foundation can lead to moisture problems, flooding, and even dangerous mold growth. To help you avoid these issues, Ackerman Contractors, the leading basement waterproofing experts in Columbia, MO, offer a fast, effective, and affordable polyurethane injection solution. In the sections below, they discuss how the process works and how this type of waterproofing benefits you.

How Polyurethane Injection Waterproofing Works

Most waterproofing solutions only seal the outer inch or two of a crack. By contrast, when performing a polyurethane injection, the concrete contractor fills the entire crack, starting from the wall's center.

They drill numerous angular holes that intersect the crack halfway through the wall and then, force jets of an acid/water solution into the holes to clean the crack of debris.

Next, they rinse it clean, injecting the holes full of polyurethane rubber. The polyurethane reacts with the water and starts to foam. It eventually expands to fill the crack through the entire wall thickness.

Benefits of Polyurethane Injection Waterproofing

Polyurethane injection is extremely cost effective, in part because the procedure is uncomplicated and takes very little time. Polyurethane hardens quickly, which shortens the process even further. Moreover, it’s a viable, highly effective solution during any weather, from rain and shine to heat or cold, regardless of the current inside moisture level. This is not the case with epoxy injections, which first require costly and time-consuming moisture remediation efforts before waterproofing can begin.

Ackerman Contractors, the most experienced and reliable waterproofing company in Columbia, MO, offers fast, dependable service at a rate that won't bust your budget. For more than 25 years, this commercial and residential construction company has been helping clients throughout Boone County keep their basements free of moisture and reduce the problems that often accompany it. Visit the website to send them a message or to view directions and contact information, or call (573) 256-1986 to discuss your basement waterproofing needs with a friendly, knowledgeable professional.