Most people think surface water draining toward their home is the major reason for why basements leak. That is not the case. It is actually below grade sources of water that are the major problem. Whether its water following the root lines of a tree next to your home, a clogged gutter, animal tunnels dug close to the footer, or just saturated soil, this accumulated water creates the hydrostatic pressure that forces water through the path of least resistance built into your home that causes basements to leak Any waterproofing system must address all the sources of water and if it does not, you have bought a temporary solution.
