Basement Waterproofing and Crawl Space Repair in McLean, VA

June 06, 2022 | McLean, VA

Treat both spaces with quaternary sanitizer. Clean front half of basement utility room where mold is present with anti-bacterial cleaner and wipe clean; floor joists are the predominant problem area. After treatment some areas may show spots where mold had been but all will have been killed and/or removed. Remove plastic from wooden shelving and treat all wood surfaces. Customer and any pets will need to be out of home during crawlspace and basement utility room treatment, for up to 30 minutes after treatment. Apply 2 inches of closed cell foam to exterior perimeter rim joist to air seal and provide R13 insulation. Set up AprileAire E100 dehumidifier above refrigerator with hanging kit, run condensate down to existing condensate pump. Electrical receptacle is already available.

October 01, 2021 | McLean, VA

Area next to small crawlspace is allowing water in along cove joint. Exiting partial drainage system with improperly installed electrical, no check valve and a failed pump. Remove floor shelving, 24 inches up wall and install GrateDrain system along entire wall. Tie into existing sump crock. Install new FastSump Install check valve Install high water alarm. Install proper electrical receptacle by a licensed electrician Redo discharge line out of basement with new drain box on side of home, flush installed in soil.