Commercial

Retail Basement Leak Found at Pipe Penetration Through Foundation

1 failed seal$350 fix$15K excavation avoided

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The Problem

Retail store had water in basement storage area. Landlord was about to approve full exterior excavation of the foundation wall.

Detection Method

Thermal imaging identified moisture tracking from the point where a sewer pipe passed through the foundation wall. The seal between pipe and concrete had failed. No wall crack or groundwater issue.

Results

Failed seal replaced with hydraulic cement and new boot. Cost: $350. $15K in planned excavation avoided.

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