Kennesaw, GA · Member since 2019 · 63 posts · 29 votes
5d
In my experience as a plumber water in a basement would most likely come from water seeping in through the foundation.
I would preform through due diligence before buying this property on the condition of the foundation.
Proper drainage would be needed to divert water out and away from the property. This is a major concern to the property and would need to be addressed.
Further information would be helpful! If you’d like to ask me any questions about this issue or discuss it further I’m here to help!
Contractor · Romeoville, IL · Member since 2015 · 198 posts · 137 votes
2mo
Are you able to determine that the standing water is from block seepage? Is there any noticeable caving that could indicate exterior pressure? I would definitely consider a drain tile system if you have plans to use the basement. I would get a couple of bids from basement waterproofing companies if you are unsure of the cause.
Kennesaw, GA · Member since 2019 · 63 posts · 29 votes
5d
In my experience as a plumber water in a basement would most likely come from water seeping in through the foundation.
I would preform through due diligence before buying this property on the condition of the foundation.
Proper drainage would be needed to divert water out and away from the property. This is a major concern to the property and would need to be addressed.
Further information would be helpful! If you’d like to ask me any questions about this issue or discuss it further I’m here to help!
Lender · Las Vegas · Member since 2026 · 20 posts · 2 votes
2d
This happens all of the time and is no fun. Yes, there are many things you can do. When it comes to water coming in, don't get sucked in to being cheap. You must do it right, period. The cheap way, apply pressure rated pain on the inside, secondly add a sump pump. The right way, dig a trench all the way around the house, below the slab or walls. It is a pain but worth the hassle. Let that dry. If you get rain, cover with sloping plastic to prevent water coming in. Once the walls and soil is dry, clean the walls. Then don't just use pressure paint. Put in a good drain system, correctly! Include wrapping and mud mitigation! Have a professional (not Billy-bob or Paco) apply a multilayered system to keep the water away. There are some better than others. The newer ones are more expensive, but they work the best. Back the fill the holes with gravel and don't crush the pipe. Add a new drain system in the slab too that leads to the sump system with a warning device that keeps you posted. Replace the floor and you will be happy, as that will last longer than you will. It is a pain in the butt, but it is well worth it. Only use good experienced Contractors! If you need the funds to pay for it, go to my website.
Flipper/Rehabber · CA · Member since 2023 · 1k+ posts · 1k+ votes
2d
A 1k sq ft roof displaces over 600 gal of water at 1in of rain, make sure this water isnt going directly to the foundation. Make yard drainage is being diverted away from the foundation. Create various barriers of defense as well as a french drain or other diversion methods. Then dry seal the wall, but prep/product & quality of application are extremely important. Then sump it, make sure you've got screened inlet and proper containment of the sump. As others mentioned a warning system that notifies you preemptively * ground fault protection for the electrical.
Personally id do some substantial due diligence as issues like this are due to lack of planning & apathy.
Specialist · I give advice - [email protected] - I focus on states where investing is profitable, reasonably safe & secure · Member since 2026 · 15 posts · 3 votes
2d
Quote from @Shea Templeton:
My husband and I are putting in an offer on a 1960s ranch home with a basement.
Mostly cosmetic upgrades needed 85k purchase 150k ARV.
Our only concern is the basement did have standing water in the corners of the basement.
How would you go about fixing that?
Our plan of attack is currently to replace all of the windows and seal the block foundation. Would any of you have a better idea on what we should do?
If you are downhill from the dam, buy a boat. Otherwise, waterproof (from Homedepot) the concrete and put in a french drain while diverting the rain to a legal runoff. You don't want to flood your neighbors.