Serving Kansas and Missouri

Interior Basement Waterproofing: Methods and Materials
 
Mon Feb 23

Interior basement waterproofing is one of the most important things to consider when building your home. When water seeps into basements during heavy rain, it often lead into much worse problems such as cracks in the foundation. At Foundation 1, we encourage homeowners to do interior basement waterproofing to save...

A Guide to Waterproofing a Crawlspace
 
Mon Jan 12

Moisture problems often start where they go unnoticed the longest. A damp or wet crawlspace can lead to mold, wood rot, higher energy bills, and foundation damage long before visible signs appear. Water intrusion below the home affects framing, insulation, and indoor air quality over time. Waterproofing a crawlspace early...

Basement Drainage System: A Complete Guide
 
Mon Jan 5

Water showing up where the floor meets the wall often ties back to how the drain tile was installed. If the drain tile sits 2 or 3 feet away from the footing, or higher or lower than it should, water can reach the joint first. Below, we explain how a...

House Leveling: How It Works, Costs, and What to Expect
 
Mon Nov 24

House leveling restores a home’s foundation to its proper elevation using hydraulic steel piers and controlled lift points. The goal is to correct the settlement and stabilize the structure without transferring stress to other sections of the foundation. At Foundation 1, we rely on precision equipment and measured lift techniques...

How Does a Sump Pump Work?
 
Mon Nov 17

Water can create expensive structural issues when it reaches the basement. This is why many people ask how the system does its job, how a sump pit collects water, and how the pump should work to move it away before it spreads through the foundation. Below is a short overview...