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The cove joint, the area where the basement walls and floor meet, is especially vulnerable to moisture problems. It’s the first place where water can seep into your basement. If you catch it early, you can fortunately nip the moisture problem in the basement in the bud. You do this with a cove joint injection. How exactly this happens and what you need to consider, you can read below. <\/strong><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle” kd_background_overlay=”gray-color” kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top” css=”.vc_custom_1673366048013{margin-bottom: 50px !important;border-bottom-width: 4px !important;padding-top: 25px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 25px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #f7f7f7 !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;border-bottom-color: #8dc63f !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column] Make a No-Obligation Appointment for a Free Site Visit<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>\n The basement is particularly susceptible to moisture problems as the entire space is surrounded by damp soil. The weakest point of the basement is the cove joint, where the basement walls rest on the concrete basement floor. This is often where the first moisture problems occur. <\/strong><\/p>\n This is because concrete and other building materials can slightly shrink or expand due to temperature differences. Therefore, it’s possible that over time, the brick walls no longer fit perfectly against the basement floor. Small cracks and gaps are sufficient to cause moisture problems in the long term.<\/strong><\/p>\n Other reasons why moisture can seep in through the cove joint are simply construction errors or wear and tear. Moisture problems in the basement are therefore quite common. However, this doesn’t mean you shouldn’t act quickly.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row kd_background_overlay=”default” kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top”][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n You should always address moisture problems as quickly as possible. This also applies to cove joint leaks. <\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle” kd_background_overlay=”gray-color” kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top” css=”.vc_custom_1673366048013{margin-bottom: 50px !important;border-bottom-width: 4px !important;padding-top: 25px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 25px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;background-color: #f7f7f7 !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;border-bottom-color: #8dc63f !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column] Make a No-Obligation Appointment for a Free Site Visit<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>\n To halt moisture problems before the damage becomes irreversible, you can have the cove joint injected. This results in the cove joint being made 100% waterproof again and restored to its proper strength. This way, moisture can no longer gain access through the cove joint. <\/p>\n After treatment, the cove joint, walls, and floor are fully restored and back to being strong and resilient. This method can be applied both from the inside and outside, but in an existing basement, it will be easier from the inside. <\/strong><\/p>\n An additional advantage of injection is that the masonry can continue to breathe due to the vapor-open properties of the injection agents used, allowing the cove joint to dry out very quickly.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”13699″ img_size=”full”][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row kd_background_overlay=”default” kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top”][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n A cove joint injection is particularly efficient if performed correctly. Our experts proceed as follows. <\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row kd_background_overlay=”default” kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top”][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n It’s very important not to just perform a cove joint injection yourself. Moisture problems in basements are very complex. Our professionals can locate the precise source of the moisture and determine if other factors are at play. There are a thousand and one ways to expel moisture from the basement. <\/p>\n If the moisture problem in the basement is too severe, due to high groundwater pressure for example, then more extensive measures are needed. A joint injection will not be sufficient in that case. We should then consider basement tanking. This involves re-lining the basement with several layers of a waterproof cement mixture. This is called basement tanking. <\/strong><\/p>\n Is there often water in the basement? Then basement drainage might be necessary. A subtle pumping system is installed under that tanking. <\/strong><\/p>\n Condensation occurs in almost every basement. Since basement spaces generally cannot be ventilated, the relative humidity increases, causing condensation on walls and ceilings. This can lead to moisture and mold problems. If that’s the case, we recommend installing a mechanical ventilation system. This is also a good idea for the rest of your home. Whatever the moisture problem may be, our experts are happy to visit you to devise the most efficient treatment.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row kd_background_overlay=”default” kd_background_image_position=”vc_row-bg-position-top”][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n Is water entering the basement through the wall-floor joint? Then it’s best to invite an expert as soon as possible to perform a wall-floor joint injection. <\/strong> The professionals from Solusio are happy to visit to determine the exact cause of the moisture problem. This way, we know if there’s more going on than just a leaking wall-floor joint and we can devise an appropriate treatment. 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Why Do Leaks in the Basement Occur through the Cove Joint?<\/h2>\n
Why are Cove Joint Leaks Dangerous?<\/h2>\n
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Injecting the Cove Joint Relieves You of the Moisture Problem<\/h2>\n
How Does a Cove Joint Injection Work?<\/h2>\n
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What if a Cove Joint Injection is not Enough?<\/h2>\n
Solusio Makes your Wall-Floor Joint Waterproof Again<\/h2>\n