Moisture Remediation
Concrete is tough and long-lasting, making it a beautiful foundation material for many types of installations. Given its repute, it can surprise you to know that concrete is actually porous. Given sufficient time, water from under walkways or slabs makes its way through the concrete to the surface, where the water then evaporates. During its travel, the water transports salts taken from the concrete. These salts become a white powder when the water dries on the surface of the concrete. This unwanted material is called efflorescence.
Water comes up through the floor for multiple reasons that do not involve leaking pipes. The manner of soil and amount of rainfall may influence the height of groundwater. The presence of springs or near-surface aquifers can create water reservoirs underneath your location. And a nearby lake, river or stream might affect the moisture content in the ground, especially if your foundation is below the level of the high water mark.
What To Do About Efflorescence
Some moisture issues are serious enough that in addition to sealing the concrete, you simultaneously need to take other actions outside the structure. But if the problem is just in the concrete, our epoxy sealing technique is sufficient to waterproof the slab. Then you can safely install tiles, carpet, laminates or wood floors.
The water remediation process benefits a concrete floor of any age, and is fast enough to avoid costly delays for planned renovations. If you have any questions about moisture remediation during your remodel or building project, please give California Custom Coatings a call or schedule a free consultation online for assistance in Vacaville.
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