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GJ MacRae Foundation Repair

Block Foundation Wall Replacement with Shoring (Hamilton)

Remove all obstructions in way of repair area (existing decking, asphalt, fencing) and dig down to footings by hand around perimeter of existing basement entrance. Shore all interior joist work within repair area with telescopic shoring. Once structure is secure, remove all existing basement entrance footings, walls and concrete staircase and dispose. Once prepared, remove areas of damaged foundation walls and dispose in sections.

Rebuild damaged foundation walls with 10″ cinderblock and blok-lok rebar. Reconnect new blockwork to existing sill plates and let cure. Once fresh blockwork construction is complete, parge block walls with S-type masonry and waterproof with AB-720-38 rubberized membrane. Fasten drainage board to new block walls and install a 4″ weeping tile system with filter cloth around perimeter of new footings. Connect fresh weeping tile system into existing system. On interior of basement, break concrete 18″ back from foundation walls around the complete perimeter of interior waterproofing repair area.

Dig down to footings and remove debris. Fasten drainage board to foundation walls using concrete anchors and install a fresh 4″ perforated weeping tile system with filter cloth in trench. Break open floor and excavate sump basin at a dimension of approximately 2.5ft x 2.5ft x 3ft. Line perimeter of basin with filter cloth and drill 1/2” holes around complete perimeter of basin. Install basin and surround with 3/4“ clear gravel. Install a 1/3hp oil cooled sump pump and connect pump exhaust line. Connect fresh weeping tile system into new sump basin and cover weeping tile with 3/4″ gravel. Reinstall interior concrete floor and backfill fresh exterior foundation walls (including extra soil for previous basement entrance footprint).

Expert Waterproofing Services for Your Home

GJ MacRae Foundation Repair has been the industry leader for reliable basement waterproofing in the Greater Toronto Area Since 1975. Nearly five decades of experience inform our proven multi-stage repair process based on below-grade drainage considerations that allow us to waterproof concrete blocks, poured walls, and stone rubble foundation walls properly for the long term. Our repair solutions for leaking foundation cracks include using bitumen-based barrier membranes and high-efficiency weeping tile systems, which give us the edge in reliability and allow for the most robust foundation repair warranty available today in the GTA. Experience the GJ MacRae difference for year-round basement leak repairs in Toronto, Oakville, Mississauga, Burlington, Hamilton, Milton, and Georgetown. If you spot cracked foundation walls, leaky foundations, or any other basement waterproofing issues in your house, reach out and call us today at (905) 824-2557.

Quality Foundation Repair Done Right.