Although solid, concrete is in fact porous. Water can be wicked up by concrete and move through it. Along the way, the water picks up salts in the concrete and transports them to the surface. When this water reaches the surface and evaporates, the salts are left behind. This makes the unwanted white product that often forms on concrete called efflorescence. To prevent efflorescence, you require concrete moisture remediation.
Water comes up through the concrete for a number of reasons that do not involve leaky pipes. The form of soil and amount of rainfall might influence the level of groundwater. The presence of springs or near-surface aquifers may create water reservoirs underneath your home or business. And a nearby lake, river or creek might affect the moisture content in the soil, especially if your foundation is below the level of the high-water mark.
What to Do About Groundwater
Some water issues are serious enough that in addition to sealing the concrete, you simultaneously need to take other actions outside the building. But if the issue is just in the concrete, our epoxy sealing technique is sufficient to waterproof the concrete which then allows you to confidently install ceramic tiles, carpet, laminates or wood floors.
With epoxy sealants, the age of the concrete usually does not matter, as long as it is stable. Epoxy coatings dry rapidly, reducing delays, but it cannot be applied to brand new concrete until the material is fully set. To discover more about water remediation for concrete foundations in East Sacramento, contact California Custom Coatings.
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