@AmericanDryBasementSystems can u please tell me if u know what company it is u end up having to come in after?????? We have American water works coming in next month and now I'm worried it may be them???
I’m officially old…I’ve watched way too many videos on basement waterproofing, sump pumps, outdoor drainage systems, etc. due to my basement water issues. Your video was super helpful and informative. Thanks for taking the time to explain.
this video saved me from making a massive mistake. had a company come out and try to sell me one of these gutter systems. glad i did my research first before signing a contract!
You're addicted to slushies, why you made that mistake 🤔 there's a 30 day slushi rehab near my house in Pennsylvania if you are having trouble finding help. Keep going back, it works if you work it so work it and live. 🙏
Just starting to research on truly waterproofing our basement. You can tell thus guy has seen it all and everything he says is backed up by logical explanations of how residential construction is susceptible to flooding. The next step is to find out where this company is and if they are not local, who does it like they do. What an amazing video! 👍👍
I appreciate your very thorough videos, I have a company similar to yours. It is about doing the basement waterproofing right, even if it takes more effort to achieve a totally dry basement. This big franchise companies are about making money and ability to make things very simple to replicate for their franchisee's and neglecting the real process of waterproofing. Foundation cracks must be injected with either polyurethane or epoxy or excavated on the outside with a proper waterproofing membrane.
Thank you sir for such a great educational video on general basement drainage and sadly educating me about the 3 parts to a basement foundation. Knowing that makes me understand everything much better. Thank you again!
I've learned a lot from this video. I'm going to look for that other one that you made and watch it again. I must have missed something in that other one; but this one is great. Thank you so much for taking the time to teach us. I really am a slow learner but also a perfectionist; which looks like you are, too. Thanks again for your great work and videos.
I don’t know how those other guys are able to get away with their system. It makes no sense! Your explanation to your system is very logical and undeniably superior. Keep up the quality work! It’s rare these days
Their system is so small and easy to install that it can be done by anyone. So, they are able to pop up dealerships and train quickly throughout the country to sell it. Whoever buys into a dealership becomes an advocate dealer. When combined with saturated advertising they look like the only game in town. Unfortunately, it is too late for homeowners who buy into it because they were unable to find a real waterproofing solution in their area through all the saturated advertisement.
Just called these guys the other day to look at my settlement cracks that leak water during heavy rains. Seems very knowledgeable. I got a quote from the other guys two years ago and I didn’t like their fix. It seemed like a bandaid.
I did basement waterproofing for about 8 years. These french drain style perimeter drains are tried and true. The other systems are usually to make it faster for the contractor to install while not being as efficient. only thing I wonder is why you use corrugated pipe instead of smooth pvc? Every corrugated system I ran into held water, and had hills and valleys. Not to mention the natural hills and valleys in the corrugations of the pipe itself. Also tell your guys to wear some silica PPE. Silica will absolutely wreck your lungs and airways. Other wise its a solid installation with the reason and logic to back it up.
We have some heavy-duty negative air machines and our jackhammer enviroboot to remove particulates like silica. We use PPE all the time. Never had a worker come back with breathing or lung problems.
This is great, love your videos and work. It seems like a great idea to leave sections of the floor intact to connect to the wall/foundation, but how do you install the waffle board or dimple board in those areas? Don't you need to remove the floor to put the waffle board under it?
Is this a BQ system (and you may not want to/be able to say) that was pulled out? I learned a lot from this. Thank you for saving me from wasting thousands on the wrong system!!
Yeah, he could do with explaining the basic design and installation process. If you don't know anything about it, it's hard to figure out what's going on.
Hello thank you for the video. Is there a different name for these systems what would I ask a company specifically to get the type of drainage system you install?
seems like a really good landscaping job which slopes away from perimeter with thick poly underneath it would keep most water away from basement walls? then just keep a good dehumidifier in place
They already have tons of external drainage, and dehumidifiers eat money by creating very large electric bills. We want to avoid them at all costs. Sometimes you can't. The owners of this house haven't seen a drop of water in their basement since our installation. No dehumidifier is required.
Thanks for your great videos. Very informative. I understand your concrete mix to be proprietary, but would you mind sharing what company and product you use for the flow channel drain board? Thank you.
What is the bubble sheet that you put down over the footing and under the new concrete? I can see it allows water to flow under the new concrete, I'm wondering where this can be purchased
How much odor can I expect to emit from the sump pump and the dimple weep boards won’t this expose the basement air to subterranean dirt smells coming from beneath the slab floor?
I enjoyed your video. I have a couple of cracks in my wall. They want to put in a sump pump but didn’t mention about fixing the crack. Can you explain. It is suppose to be a very good company
The cracks may be superficial and require only crack patch work. If the crack is more than eighth of an inch wide then you may need to consider getting the crack properly repaired.
Dear American Dry Basements, thanks for your hard work, and these great videos. I was wondering, it doesn’t appear to me that you are using any kind of soil blocking landscape fabric for your drainage system… my I ask why not? Or if you are, what fabric do you have good experience with. Thanks.
The soil in the northeast United States is typically Spodosols. It is a dense soil. Inside, not outside, the soil perks up clear water with very little slit in most areas. We never use landscaping fabric because fabric are filters that naturally clog, retarding the movement of water. That is one filter you can never change unless you want to jackhammer the floor again.
I don't recollect the company. Quality first installs the same products. These products are used by dealerships in several states. Easy to train, easy to install, and easy to flood any basement. That's what happens when you don't put in the hard work to do it right.
Don't use waterproofing paint unless you have a waterproofing system under your floor to keep the hydrostatic pressure down. Use Drylok hydraulic cement to plug leaks in the middle of the wall, stairs or window. It will be temporary until you find out why those leaks are occurring in the first place. If leaks are coming out from between the wall and floor then you will have to consider a waterproofing system to manage the water levels outside your walls.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems I came here to ask a similar question. I don't have water in my basement, but the walls have efflorescence and flaking. It is an old home from 1930. Abovegrade is bloc but not sure if they poured lower half. I think it is all block that has had paint and coatings on it. I was going to wire brush the walls and seal them. Whole property and area is flat. I don't have a curb to pump water to if I wanted to install a sump pump (
Yes. Dust control is vital in our work. We use our exclusive, EPA winner, Enviroboot on the jackhammer to catch cement dust and move it to the Hepa-filtered vac.
I just got quote for a grate drain system. They are off the foot of the foundation and pitched. I just can’t understand how they would pitch the elbows to ensure water isn’t sitting in them.
We are not big fans of that drain system. I can't imagine how they would pitch it successfully without breaking up the continuity using a rigid material. We have a couple of videos on our channel tearing them out. Watch here ua-cam.com/video/6h1pUyQGt0g/v-deo.html
Yes. Corrugated perforated pipe on a pitch is amazing. Self-cleaning because of the corrugation. You see the bigger brother used on highways and farmlands throughout the world. Cleanout tees are a waste of time and more costly to install.
Hello from NW PA. Is there any advantage to the Richtech sqare drain with 1/2" pre-drilled holes vs 3 or 4" corrugated and is 3" corrugated acceptable? Thank you kindly for this video! Getting ready to do ours.
I keep seeing "painted" basement walls in your videos. Was the paint there before you started or did you use some specialized paint and should I do the same?
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems If I have a French drain & dehumidifier could I leave the paint on the walls and just scrub them down? I'm looking to put up some shelving but wanted to take care of the brown spots and efflorescence first.
Excellent video, great info, thanks. As the system is utilized over time, is there an issue with silt (or something?) buildup in the pipes to the point where it won't function any longer? In other words, does the system have to be periodically maintained, and if so, what is the process?
Hey I've done a few myself, im a contractor mostly kitchens baths .. I have to take on waterproofing a friggin mansion & want to know if I do it the sane way on the poured walls ?
Thanks for another informative video! Do you saw cut the concrete before jackhammering? I heard something about concerns of microfractures in the concrete. I'm curious of your take on that. Thanks again!
Saw cutting is unnecessary, time-consuming, and costly. The possibility of microfractures is a scare tactic to raise the cost of installation. I’ve never seen it happen. Keep in mind that an experienced DIY’er or professional should only do jackhammering.
What do you do when the original basement floor is flush to the top of the footing or only covering it by an inch or two? I have a basement of concrete blocks and the basement floor only covers the footing by less than 2".
If you don't have a crack or seepage problem, leave it alone. If you try to sell the house and building code in your area requires the 3.5 thickness minimum, it becomes a problem if they catch it during a home inspection.
How do I find a rep in my area that does your system? I live in the central UP of Michigan. What is the "broad" name of this style of system repair so I can ask my local contractors?
I'm in NE Pa. Do you cover this area? Or can you recommend a reliable, quality contractor? I have two sump pumps and a finished basement and am STILL getting water.
Hmu, im probably your neighbor and am saving my cellar to keep 1 sump doing job. Living at same level as Harvey's lake, this is a herculean task that im managing with out spending 10 grand plus to install nonsense
Can you recommend a company in East Tennessee that knows what they’re doing? We just spent $16 grand on waterproofing our exterior (4 French drains, we paid for 5) they did not dig down to the footers and half a$$ the sealing of cracks. The system failed in 8 months. We have a 1 year warranty and 3 year in system. We are asking for a refund. Another questions, what’s the best waterproofing system for monolithic foundation?
I am trying to figure out not which system would be appropriate for my basement, but why the water started leaking in the first place. I bought a fixer upper two years ago, and the leak first appeared a few times sporadically, and for the last several weeks, it has been leaking constantly in this one corner. It appears that some sort of soft flexible material had been painted on, and it's now torn/old/flexible - I poked it to see what was going on there. Is the problem with a pipe that was installed last year (that leads to the drywall) or is it something else. IDK what to do next. UGH. All I know is that I want to solve this problem!
Unfortunately, this is something that can't be determined online. You have to get a plumber or a waterproofing pro to physically examine the location of the leak.
I would check the gutters and downspouts first. Go outside during a heavy rain and see if your gutters are working properly and the water is being discharged at least 10 feet away
a quick random question for american dry, whats the average price difference between these systems that have failed and the systems you install? :o thanks!
You have to realize they install only one way, which doesn’t work effectively. We usually beat them on most quotes before they add maintenance and special flooring.
Unfortunately, I don’t personally know anyone in Atlanta, but there are definitely honest and trustworthy waterproofing companies out there. Take a look at their websites to see examples of their installations. If their methods are similar to ours, consider inviting them over for a free inspection. From there, it’s important to assess whether the inspector is truly knowledgeable. If they don’t seem like an expert, don’t hesitate to move on to the next company. Choosing the right team is critical-they’ll be working around your home’s foundation, and it’s essential they get it right.
Is the sump pump basin perforated so that it acts like the pipe itself allowing water in from the ground or is it solid? Would it matter where the sump pump basin is located? Example: Would it be better if it was located in a dryer section of the basement or where you have more water coming in? Thank you.
@@ScrapGoldAcademy Yes, Tom's Basement Waterproofing, Chesterfield, MI. They addressed the underlying problem and fixed it right, just like these guys. Would highly recommend Tom's.
Like I said be fore, I'm so impressed! Quick question - How does the water enter the pipe, does the 4" corrugated ABS pipe have holes in it for the water to enter the drainage system? Greetings from Newfoundland:) Pat
do you do any work in canada or do you know of a company that does it like your company as you do it the proper way and i truly need your help. thank you so much. have a lovely day
No, sorry. Its hard to recommend without knowing another contractor's operation and having quality control. If I took a guess, sight unseen, and the job goes terribly wrong. I would be blamed. Its up to you to make the right decision, and use our information as guidance. All the best.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems I totally understand and get what your saying. i am so grateful you wrote with your advice and i am using your knowledge so the contractors cant pull the wool over my eyes. your knowledge is special. thank you.
Is applying drylok to already painted concrete walls somewhat effective. I have high humidity in my house and my basement is getting waterproof with a French drain in two weeks
Is there an easier way getting the paint off? I thought once the French drain was installed that would help lower the humidity levels in the house. I understand applying drylok over already painted walls won’t be as effective but wouldn’t it be better than nothing in controlling humidity
There is no easy way to get paint off. An adequately installed french drain will lower the relative humidity dramatically to between 20 to no more than 40 percent. Over 50 percent will promote bacteria growth. Drylok will not help make humidity lower, and you can paint it over old paint, but it may not last as long.
Thanks for subscribing. Yes, you can paint your basement walls, but make sure you have dampness and water seepage under control. No seepage or dampness... paint away.
Companies cannot verify what another company does. We find it impossible to maintain quality and experience in check when spinning off responsibility to new owners.
They are primarily used in casting swimming pools and not designed for reconstruction or repair. The PSI maybe too high and you will find it next to impossible to access any subfloor pipe (sewage).
He broke that on purpose pulling it out of the wall. No person with any knowledge of plumming or general contracting would pull from the bottom of that pipe upward causing that much pressure. Im sure he isn't an idiot and just did it on purpose.
I feel like you're attacking a product in this video, but the really, the product never worked properly because as you've pointed out, it wasn't even close to being installed properly...in so many areas! So how can you say the product is inferior? What if it was installed properly?
If you have a water problem in the basement and install this gutter-looking system, it only works when the water level is critical. Basically, your floor will be sitting in water. They sell special flooring to combat this defect. This system is inferior in every way.
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@AmericanDryBasementSystems can u please tell me if u know what company it is u end up having to come in after?????? We have American water works coming in next month and now I'm worried it may be them???
I’m officially old…I’ve watched way too many videos on basement waterproofing, sump pumps, outdoor drainage systems, etc. due to my basement water issues.
Your video was super helpful and informative. Thanks for taking the time to explain.
Same bro
Same here man, I have an old house built in the 1950s and it’s a constant battle against water
You like bragging about that doncha 🤩 maybe if you keep reminding yourself you're old, you can age a little faster 😉
I don’t even have an issue with and I’m with you 👴🏽
😂 this me
this video saved me from making a massive mistake. had a company come out and try to sell me one of these gutter systems. glad i did my research first before signing a contract!
Glad the video help.
You're addicted to slushies, why you made that mistake 🤔 there's a 30 day slushi rehab near my house in Pennsylvania if you are having trouble finding help. Keep going back, it works if you work it so work it and live. 🙏
Just starting to research on truly waterproofing our basement. You can tell thus guy has seen it all and everything he says is backed up by logical explanations of how residential construction is susceptible to flooding. The next step is to find out where this company is and if they are not local, who does it like they do. What an amazing video! 👍👍
Thank you for the kind words. We only service Connecticut and Westchester New York.
This is going to help so much as I ask around for quotes!
Good explanation on the cold joints and how the water flows through them.
I only smoke room temperature joints 😎 👍✌️
I appreciate your very thorough videos, I have a company similar to yours. It is about doing the basement waterproofing right, even if it takes more effort to achieve a totally dry basement. This big franchise companies are about making money and ability to make things very simple to replicate for their franchisee's and neglecting the real process of waterproofing. Foundation cracks must be injected with either polyurethane or epoxy or excavated on the outside with a proper waterproofing membrane.
good production quality, kudos!
Very knowledgeable! I want HIM to comr do my project and not just a crew who doesnt know what they are doing! Experience and knowledge are key!
However a successful crew starts with a knowledgeable boss. I'm sure his Mexicans perform brilliantly 😊
Thank you sir for such a great educational video on general basement drainage and sadly educating me about the 3 parts to a basement foundation. Knowing that makes me understand everything much better. Thank you again!
I've learned a lot from this video. I'm going to look for that other one that you made and watch it again. I must have missed something in that other one; but this one is great. Thank you so much for taking the time to teach us. I really am a slow learner but also a perfectionist; which looks like you are, too. Thanks again for your great work and videos.
Glad it was helpful!
If you know you missed it you obviously didn't miss it 🤩
Thank you for explaining how to install a waterproofing in a manner that I can understand. Glad to see that you work in Fairfield County.
His boys did the work, he came in with hoe for photo oops. 😉 notice you dont see Jack hammer in his hand 🤣
Your very passionate about what you do. Thank you
I get pretty fired up about this stuff!
I don’t know how those other guys are able to get away with their system. It makes no sense! Your explanation to your system is very logical and undeniably superior. Keep up the quality work! It’s rare these days
Their system is so small and easy to install that it can be done by anyone. So, they are able to pop up dealerships and train quickly throughout the country to sell it. Whoever buys into a dealership becomes an advocate dealer. When combined with saturated advertising they look like the only game in town. Unfortunately, it is too late for homeowners who buy into it because they were unable to find a real waterproofing solution in their area through all the saturated advertisement.
Got that chit right 🤠
Just called these guys the other day to look at my settlement cracks that leak water during heavy rains. Seems very knowledgeable. I got a quote from the other guys two years ago and I didn’t like their fix. It seemed like a bandaid.
Spelled thier rong 🤔 or did you 😬
I need this system of yours in the UK!
I did basement waterproofing for about 8 years. These french drain style perimeter drains are tried and true. The other systems are usually to make it faster for the contractor to install while not being as efficient. only thing I wonder is why you use corrugated pipe instead of smooth pvc? Every corrugated system I ran into held water, and had hills and valleys. Not to mention the natural hills and valleys in the corrugations of the pipe itself. Also tell your guys to wear some silica PPE. Silica will absolutely wreck your lungs and airways. Other wise its a solid installation with the reason and logic to back it up.
We have some heavy-duty negative air machines and our jackhammer enviroboot to remove particulates like silica. We use PPE all the time. Never had a worker come back with breathing or lung problems.
I agree with everyone else, your videos are THE BEST! Great work!
Wow, thanks!
Good stuff! Excellent explanations with compassion in your trade.
What did he get in this trade?
This man is the Billy Graham of basement water proofing. Preach it preacher!
😊 I like Bill, whoever he is he sounds like a cool dewd 😎
Exactly what I needed, thanks!
That's what she said 😏
Really great content.
This guy knows what he is saying.
this guy fucks.
Absolutely
For sure he does, but it ain't cheap...
What
I gotta call these guys. This is good stuff.
This is great, love your videos and work. It seems like a great idea to leave sections of the floor intact to connect to the wall/foundation, but how do you install the waffle board or dimple board in those areas? Don't you need to remove the floor to put the waffle board under it?
Damn wish you guys worked in NJ can’t find anyone out here doing it like you guys . Great job !
All county water proofing
Is this a BQ system (and you may not want to/be able to say) that was pulled out? I learned a lot from this. Thank you for saving me from wasting thousands on the wrong system!!
You nailed it. The system we removed is the same system they sell.
No you can not barbecue with this particular system, friend told me 🙂
this video is really inspiring and logical. i just confused what does the black round pipe do in the system? appreciate that
Provides a path for water to exit cellar and enter drain field. 😊 he must be too busy working to reply today, I got his back 😉
Yeah, he could do with explaining the basic design and installation process. If you don't know anything about it, it's hard to figure out what's going on.
Hello thank you for the video. Is there a different name for these systems what would I ask a company specifically to get the type of drainage system you install?
I have learned a lot. thank you!
You are welcome!
Cold joints. Fascinating
You can put ice in your rig and have cold dabs too 🫠 friend told me
seems like a really good landscaping job which slopes away from perimeter with thick poly underneath it would keep most water away from basement walls? then just keep a good dehumidifier in place
They already have tons of external drainage, and dehumidifiers eat money by creating very large electric bills. We want to avoid them at all costs. Sometimes you can't. The owners of this house haven't seen a drop of water in their basement since our installation. No dehumidifier is required.
Thanks for your great videos. Very informative. I understand your concrete mix to be proprietary, but would you mind sharing what company and product you use for the flow channel drain board? Thank you.
Can you do a video explaining when is it good to use that system?
I'll save the video explanation. When your cellar floor is holding water 👍👈
Great videos.
Wish you guys were in Michigan. You’d get a lot of customers
Excellent channel! Been watching and have learned so much.
What is the bubble sheet that you put down over the footing and under the new concrete? I can see it allows water to flow under the new concrete, I'm wondering where this can be purchased
Dimple board.
How much odor can I expect to emit from the sump pump and the dimple weep boards won’t this expose the basement air to subterranean dirt smells coming from beneath the slab floor?
I enjoyed your video. I have a couple of cracks in my wall. They want to put in a sump pump but didn’t mention about fixing the crack. Can you explain. It is suppose to be a very good company
The cracks may be superficial and require only crack patch work. If the crack is more than eighth of an inch wide then you may need to consider getting the crack properly repaired.
Dear American Dry Basements, thanks for your hard work, and these great videos. I was wondering, it doesn’t appear to me that you are using any kind of soil blocking landscape fabric for your drainage system… my I ask why not?
Or if you are, what fabric do you have good experience with. Thanks.
The soil in the northeast United States is typically Spodosols. It is a dense soil. Inside, not outside, the soil perks up clear water with very little slit in most areas. We never use landscaping fabric because fabric are filters that naturally clog, retarding the movement of water. That is one filter you can never change unless you want to jackhammer the floor again.
where can i buy the sump pump and dehumidifier please keep up the videos
Can you please make a video on this for block foundations?
If you pay attention you will notice his representation was of a poured concrete foundation but the walls hes standing next to are block. Ooopsie 🤣
Hi, great video and very informative. What was the first company that did the original work? Looks like the stuff I found in booklet from Quality 1st
I don't recollect the company. Quality first installs the same products. These products are used by dealerships in several states. Easy to train, easy to install, and easy to flood any basement. That's what happens when you don't put in the hard work to do it right.
Fascinating
Love this video. Do you answer questions I have some water leaking of my basement wall, and I'm wondering how can I seal it
Don't use waterproofing paint unless you have a waterproofing system under your floor to keep the hydrostatic pressure down. Use Drylok hydraulic cement to plug leaks in the middle of the wall, stairs or window. It will be temporary until you find out why those leaks are occurring in the first place. If leaks are coming out from between the wall and floor then you will have to consider a waterproofing system to manage the water levels outside your walls.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems I came here to ask a similar question. I don't have water in my basement, but the walls have efflorescence and flaking. It is an old home from 1930. Abovegrade is bloc but not sure if they poured lower half. I think it is all block that has had paint and coatings on it. I was going to wire brush the walls and seal them. Whole property and area is flat. I don't have a curb to pump water to if I wanted to install a sump pump (
So what's the best method for cold seals? I'm confused 😳
I wish you guys were in PA
What’s the old system called that your taking out??
Great stuff, looks like you need a Hilti dust control system and Vac 😉
Yes. Dust control is vital in our work. We use our exclusive, EPA winner, Enviroboot on the jackhammer to catch cement dust and move it to the Hepa-filtered vac.
🤣 he does need that 🤩
I just got quote for a grate drain system. They are off the foot of the foundation and pitched. I just can’t understand how they would pitch the elbows to ensure water isn’t sitting in them.
We are not big fans of that drain system. I can't imagine how they would pitch it successfully without breaking up the continuity using a rigid material. We have a couple of videos on our channel tearing them out. Watch here ua-cam.com/video/6h1pUyQGt0g/v-deo.html
Hi , should a vapor barrier be put down before the dimple board?
If you keep it warm the dimples go away like goose bumps do. ☹️
11:47 does that mean there are HOLES in this tube? But I don't see any holes?
Those tubes have holes (perforations) to allow ground water to seep in and get carried to the sump pump. Nothing else compares to them.
Cost & ease of install aside, would you still recommend corrugated pipe versus PVC? With cleanout tee's of course.
Yes. Corrugated perforated pipe on a pitch is amazing. Self-cleaning because of the corrugation. You see the bigger brother used on highways and farmlands throughout the world. Cleanout tees are a waste of time and more costly to install.
We see a lot of Drains to nowhere too. Sad so many guys are in the Dewatering business on the take.
Hey French drain man, love your work.
How deep are you digging? And are you using stone for pitch or actual trench or a combo of both?
You can't use pictured stone for pitch, gravity and water will win that battle every time 😉
Hello from NW PA. Is there any advantage to the Richtech sqare drain with 1/2" pre-drilled holes vs 3 or 4" corrugated and is 3" corrugated acceptable? Thank you kindly for this video! Getting ready to do ours.
It's not the size of the ship it's the motion of the ocean. 3" is completely acceptable. 😊
I keep seeing "painted" basement walls in your videos. Was the paint there before you started or did you use some specialized paint and should I do the same?
Many times we find the walls already painted. We never apply waterproof paint to walls. That is up to the homeowner.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems If I have a French drain & dehumidifier could I leave the paint on the walls and just scrub them down? I'm looking to put up some shelving but wanted to take care of the brown spots and efflorescence first.
Anyone you would recommend for work in Massachusettes? Unless you guys are able to do it?
Sorry, we don't have a recommendation. We only serve homeowners within Connecticut and surrounding New York counties.
Excellent video, great info, thanks. As the system is utilized over time, is there an issue with silt (or something?) buildup in the pipes to the point where it won't function any longer? In other words, does the system have to be periodically maintained, and if so, what is the process?
Not at all
How does the water get in the tubes y’all install? Is it permeable?
Yes. The pipe under the floor has perforated slots so water can enter and travel to the sump pump basket.
Hey I've done a few myself, im a contractor mostly kitchens baths ..
I have to take on waterproofing a friggin mansion & want to know if I do it the sane way on the poured walls ?
Theoretically, yes. If it is a three-piece foundation (footer, wall & floor) they are similar.
Who do recommend in the New Jersey area?
Sorry. We are not familiar with basement waterproofing companies in Jersey.
Thanks for another informative video! Do you saw cut the concrete before jackhammering? I heard something about concerns of microfractures in the concrete. I'm curious of your take on that. Thanks again!
Saw cutting is unnecessary, time-consuming, and costly. The possibility of microfractures is a scare tactic to raise the cost of installation. I’ve never seen it happen. Keep in mind that an experienced DIY’er or professional should only do jackhammering.
Thanks for the info and such a quick response!
You're a boss.
What do you do when the original basement floor is flush to the top of the footing or only covering it by an inch or two? I have a basement of concrete blocks and the basement floor only covers the footing by less than 2".
If you don't have a crack or seepage problem, leave it alone. If you try to sell the house and building code in your area requires the 3.5 thickness minimum, it becomes a problem if they catch it during a home inspection.
Why did I find this video half a week before I'm scheduled to get the kind of waterproofing that you REMOVED to install your better system?!!
If you’re in Connecticut or New York we can help you. Can you cancel and get your deposit back?
Hi. Do you know of who works with this method in Illinois? Thanks for your help. Very informative.
You really have trouble deciding where you are from dont you. Thanks for everything
How do I find a rep in my area that does your system? I live in the central UP of Michigan. What is the "broad" name of this style of system repair so I can ask my local contractors?
UP=UGLY PART 🤔
Are there any companies that service Pennsylvania that use your system?
I'm in NE Pa. Do you cover this area? Or can you recommend a reliable, quality contractor? I have two sump pumps and a finished basement and am STILL getting water.
Hmu, im probably your neighbor and am saving my cellar to keep 1 sump doing job. Living at same level as Harvey's lake, this is a herculean task that im managing with out spending 10 grand plus to install nonsense
What state do you work out of?
Can you recommend a company in East Tennessee that knows what they’re doing?
We just spent $16 grand on waterproofing our exterior (4 French drains, we paid for 5) they did not dig down to the footers and half a$$ the sealing of cracks. The system failed in 8 months. We have a 1 year warranty and 3 year in system.
We are asking for a refund.
Another questions, what’s the best waterproofing system for monolithic foundation?
I am trying to figure out not which system would be appropriate for my basement, but why the water started leaking in the first place. I bought a fixer upper two years ago, and the leak first appeared a few times sporadically, and for the last several weeks, it has been leaking constantly in this one corner. It appears that some sort of soft flexible material had been painted on, and it's now torn/old/flexible - I poked it to see what was going on there. Is the problem with a pipe that was installed last year (that leads to the drywall) or is it something else. IDK what to do next. UGH. All I know is that I want to solve this problem!
Unfortunately, this is something that can't be determined online. You have to get a plumber or a waterproofing pro to physically examine the location of the leak.
I would check the gutters and downspouts first. Go outside during a heavy rain and see if your gutters are working properly and the water is being discharged at least 10 feet away
a quick random question for american dry,
whats the average price difference between these systems that have failed and the systems you install? :o
thanks!
You have to realize they install only one way, which doesn’t work effectively. We usually beat them on most quotes before they add maintenance and special flooring.
Is the corrugated pipe perforated? I don't see any holes. Can anyone answer? Thank you.
Yes. It is perforated.
I’m in Atlanta and the system you removed looked like what aqua guard wants to sell me. Do you know of any companies by me that can help?
Unfortunately, I don’t personally know anyone in Atlanta, but there are definitely honest and trustworthy waterproofing companies out there. Take a look at their websites to see examples of their installations. If their methods are similar to ours, consider inviting them over for a free inspection. From there, it’s important to assess whether the inspector is truly knowledgeable. If they don’t seem like an expert, don’t hesitate to move on to the next company. Choosing the right team is critical-they’ll be working around your home’s foundation, and it’s essential they get it right.
So those drains dont work? Do you recommend corrugated pipe?
Yes. Corrugated perforated pipe.
have any companies you would recommend in Wisconsin
We don't know anyone in Wisconsin.
Do you cover Massachusetts? Do you have any recommendations for anyone that would do basement waterproofing in MA?
Sorry. No.
These guys are good 👍
Do you guys train other companies around the country ?
We train in-house only.
Is the sump pump basin perforated so that it acts like the pipe itself allowing water in from the ground or is it solid? Would it matter where the sump pump basin is located? Example: Would it be better if it was located in a dryer section of the basement or where you have more water coming in? Thank you.
Yes. It is perforated. Placement depends on many factors which I can't go into in a UA-cam comment. I will consider making a video about it.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems Thank you
Could you recommend a company in southeast Michigan - metro Detroit area that would do this kind of quality work? Thank you.
Sorry we are not familiar with any contractors or companies outside of Connecticut and New York.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems anyone you’d recommend in NY
Did you ever find someone in Southeastern Michigan? That’s where I am too and need a good company that does it right.
@@alexpeguero38 did you ever find a company in Southeastern Michigan? I’m looking too
@@ScrapGoldAcademy Yes, Tom's Basement Waterproofing, Chesterfield, MI. They addressed the underlying problem and fixed it right, just like these guys. Would highly recommend Tom's.
Like I said be fore, I'm so impressed!
Quick question - How does the water enter the pipe, does the 4" corrugated ABS pipe have holes in it for the water to enter the drainage system? Greetings from Newfoundland:) Pat
Yes it does. Perforated, corrugated ADS (Advanced Drainage Systems) pipe.
Do you service Central NJ?
Not at the moment, but there is a good possibility of us servicing the NJ area next year.
What is this method called? Would you advise against a gutter system?
The video speaks for itself.
do you do any work in canada or do you know of a company that does it like your company as you do it the proper way and i truly need your help. thank you so much. have a lovely day
No, sorry. Its hard to recommend without knowing another contractor's operation and having quality control. If I took a guess, sight unseen, and the job goes terribly wrong. I would be blamed. Its up to you to make the right decision, and use our information as guidance. All the best.
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems I totally understand and get what your saying. i am so grateful you wrote with your advice and i am using your knowledge so the contractors cant pull the wool over my eyes. your knowledge is special. thank you.
Is applying drylok to already painted concrete walls somewhat effective. I have high humidity in my house and my basement is getting waterproof with a French drain in two weeks
Do not apply Drylok to painted walls. You have to sand off old paint to get full effectiveness.
Is there an easier way getting the paint off? I thought once the French drain was installed that would help lower the humidity levels in the house. I understand applying drylok over already painted walls won’t be as effective but wouldn’t it be better than nothing in controlling humidity
There is no easy way to get paint off. An adequately installed french drain will lower the relative humidity dramatically to between 20 to no more than 40 percent. Over 50 percent will promote bacteria growth. Drylok will not help make humidity lower, and you can paint it over old paint, but it may not last as long.
Where is your company located ??
In Connecticut bordering on Westchester county New York.
Can I paint my basement wall? It looks yucky and I want to make it look nice :(
Thanks for subscribing. Yes, you can paint your basement walls, but make sure you have dampness and water seepage under control. No seepage or dampness... paint away.
Interesting
How can i find a basement waterproofer like your company ……
Companies cannot verify what another company does. We find it impossible to maintain quality and experience in check when spinning off responsibility to new owners.
Do you guys do Willowgrove pa area?
No. But give American Waterproofers Inc a try. Call (717) 938-2272
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems thanks but they don’t service area to
Does Shotcrete or gunniting help?
They are primarily used in casting swimming pools and not designed for reconstruction or repair. The PSI maybe too high and you will find it next to impossible to access any subfloor pipe (sewage).
@@AmericanDryBasementSystems Thanks.
You make me feel like this is hopeless this is a million dollar job 😭
Waterproofing can be quite affordable if you are dealing with the right people.
He broke that on purpose pulling it out of the wall. No person with any knowledge of plumming or general contracting would pull from the bottom of that pipe upward causing that much pressure. Im sure he isn't an idiot and just did it on purpose.
Have you ever had to involve a structual engineer for a questionable basement wall and such?
I feel like you're attacking a product in this video, but the really, the product never worked properly because as you've pointed out, it wasn't even close to being installed properly...in so many areas! So how can you say the product is inferior? What if it was installed properly?
If you have a water problem in the basement and install this gutter-looking system, it only works when the water level is critical. Basically, your floor will be sitting in water. They sell special flooring to combat this defect. This system is inferior in every way.
Wish I wwould ahve watchecd this earlier