Do Waterproof Coatings Really Work?

Updated: Feb. 14, 2024

Do waterproof coatings work? The short answer is yes. We’ve used waterproof coatings in basements with great results.

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Masonry Waterproof Coating

Do waterproof coatings work? The short answer is yes. We’ve used waterproof coatings in basements with great results. But careful prep work is critical; the coating can’t stop water unless it can bond solidly to masonry. And we always recommend that you first regrade the landscape and add or upgrade downspouts and gutters. Here’s how to cure a wet basement once and for all.

A little inspection and finishing work will go a long way in keeping your basement dry.

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