FOUNDATIONS FIRST

STONE RUBBLE
FOUNDATION REPAIR

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WHAT IS STONE RUBBLE FOUNDATION REPAIR?

Similar to Engineered Foundation Repair, Stone Rubble Foundation Repair is a process on its own due to the fact your are dealing with a heritage or century home, which was built using different methods and materials.  Using methods used for Engineered Foundation Repair would be incorrect as stone rubble foundations move much more freely than newer foundations.  Therefore different techniques must be used to ensure that water is is moved away from the foundation, protecting the footings from getting washed away.

CASE STUDY: STONE RUBBLE FOUNDATION REPAIR

In this foundation repair job, the walls were cleaned with pressurized hot water, all loose mortar was removed and parged over with lime mortar, which allows for movement (which older homes have).

A 1-to-1 slope was created due to stone rubble not having a traditional footing, which brings water away from the base of the wall.
A weeping system was then installed, along with a water proofing membrane and Delta MS.  The site was then backfilled.
Stone Rubble Foundation Repair
Waterproofing membrane and weeping tile on stone rubble
Exterior basement waterproofing

Want to speak with one of our team regarding your stone rubble foundation? We can do a free consultation and advise on the best approach to your home’s foundation requirements.

Our service area includes:

Haldimand: Caledonia, Hagersville, Cayuga, Canborough, Dunnville, Nanticoke, Jarvis, Port Maitland, Lowbanks
Peel Region: Brampton, Missisauga, Caledon
Halton Region: Halton Hills, Georgetown, Milton, Oakville, Burlington
Hamilton:
Niagara Region:
Brant County: Brantford, Brant, Tutela Heights, Burford, Saint George, Glen Morris, Paris, Falkland
Oxford County: Woodstock, Plattsville, Drumbo, Princeton, Creditville, Tavistock, Brooksdale, Embro, Kintore, Thamesford, Beachville, Ingersoll, Mt. Elgin, Tilsonberg, Sweaburg, Burgessville, Norwich, Otterville.
Waterloo, Kitchener, Guelph, Preston, Cambridge
Questions about EXTERIOR WATERPROOFING FOR your home?

We are happy to provide a free consultation to determine the best options available for you.

We also do window well installation, basement lowering and basement waterproofing! Contact us for a free consultation.