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How Does Hydrostatic Pressure on Basement Walls Cause Basement Flooding?

Author: 
Chad Vanvari
Publication date:
March 13, 2018
Article Summary: 

This blog explains how hydrostatic pressure can cause basement flooding. Hydrostatic pressure is the force exerted by water on a surface when the water is not moving. If there is too much water in the soil, it can push against the basement walls and cause cracks, leaks, and floods. The blog also discusses how to prevent hydrostatic pressure by maintaining proper drainage around the foundation, installing a sump pump, and waterproofing the basement walls.

Keywords: 

hydrostatic pressure, basement flooding, drainage, sump pump, waterproofing.

Source Citation: 
Chad Vanvari
How Does Hydrostatic Pressure on Basement Walls Cause Basement Flooding?
March 13, 2018
https://floodservices.ca/how-does-hydrostatic-pressure-on-basement-walls-cause-basement-flooding/
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