One of the most common causes of a wet basement is foundation cracks. When there is a gap in the foundation, essentially the base of which your home is built on, water pools around the exterior of the house then rush in through even the tiniest of cracks. BW has outlined the most vital information to move forward with help from a professional.

The internal waterproofing system is used for many reasons, for example, the exterior foundation wall is not accessible. If exterior waterproofing is not in your budget, then interior waterproofing can be quick solution to leaks caused by foundation cracks.

Stops water seepage and moisture in a basement which eliminates musty odors and other allergies. Waterproofing the exterior foundation walls will preserve the structural integrity of your foundation and eliminates the amount of deterioration of your foundation walls.

BW is your local waterproofing specialists and your best option to solve a leak in all types of commercial properties. Our extensive professional experience and our use of the highest quality materials for basement waterproofing has made BW the GTA’s most trusted name in protecting your property from extensive damage as well health hazards associated with a leak.

Waterproofing your basement becomes necessary when the foundation begins to leak or let moisture through, allowing it to deteriorate. Foundations leak for various reasons, such as; a congested weeping tile system, where the weeping tile can longer flow due a blockage of debris, soils or tree roots. Horizontal or vertical cracks in the foundation, or separation of blocks, voids where the foundation and footing meet, allow water to enter into the basement.

Underpinning is a two-fold winner. First, it creates added height to your existing foundation, which in turn adds 100% usable living space to your basement. Second, underpinning adds positive value to your existing home, also giving your home an added selling feature for re-sale. Barakah is your trusted named for basement underpinning and are knowledgeable professionals do it right the first time. What we bring is decades of experience in completing successful underpinnings that have allowed countless Canadians to get more out of their home.