Drainage Solutions Prevent Foundation Damage from Water

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Drainage Solutions Prevent Foundation Damage from Water

Water can be problematic for your home no matter what kind of material is used to build it. While there is always a big concern about water damaging wood in a home, even concrete foundations in Oakland can become damaged from water leaks and improper drainage in an around your home.

Ways Water Can Damage Concrete Foundations in Oakland

Signs of Water Damage to Concrete Foundations in the East Bay

Carbonation

Can occur over time due to carbon dioxide in the air.

Chloride

Can also lead to damaging concrete

Sulfate Attacks concrete either physically or chemicaly

Alkali-aggregate reaction

Occurs when the alkali hydroxides in concrete lead to cracking

Freeze and thaw cycles

Can lead to deterioration in non-air

entrained concrete.

Signs of Water Damage to Concrete Foundations in the East Bay

Look

Look

for standing water in the yard
for water stains in the basement Look for foundation cracks.

AboutUs

We are the foundation and structural repair contractors in the East Bay since 1983.Jim Gardner Construction specializes in residential structural repair work, including foundation repair and replacement, basement dig outs, drainage systems (French drains and downspout and site drainage), replacing and repairing entry stairs and porches, earthquake / seismic retrofitting repairs and upgrades, and retaining walls.

Visit - https://jimgardnerconstruction.com/2020/04/drainage-el-cerrito-foundation/

ContactUs Address: - 3871 Piedmont Ave. Suite 13 Oakland, CA, USA Phone no:(510) 655-3409 Zip Code - 94611 Visit - https://jimgardnerconstruction.com/

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