Basement Waterproofing:
Systems and Products

Information current as of

Most of our research about good basement waterproofing products led us toward qualified professionals who can take care of the problem for you. They are in every state. However, this project can be fairly expensive. If you're more interested in trying something yourself first, we advise the following:

Visit your local hardware store, small town or big city, including Menards, Home Depot and Lowes, as well as your local mom and pop establishment. Take a general survey of what products they recommend, based on length of fix, ease of use, and price. Cost should be some of the factor, but you pay for what you get so don't be too cheap. You want this to actually solve the problem not compound it.

Do extensive internet research. That's probably what led you here, but you'll want to visit other sites, too.

We've found these helpful products available:

Deco 20 Seal Waterproofing Membrane – Waterproofing application designed as an advanced hybrid acrylic resin coating that is specifically used for the demanding requirements of waterproofing pre-cast and waterproofing basement walls.

Deco 20 Clear Dampproof – Specially formulated clear penetrating material excellent for dampproofing of masonry block, pre-cast, and poured concrete foundation walls.

Deco 20 Dampproof Coating - The primary use of the material is to damp proof masonry and concrete basements above and below the grade line. Deco 20 Dampproofing will improve strength, and durability of concrete. The coating works by wrapping the walls in a water tight, seamless, elastomeric membrane. The system works best if the entire wall, top to bottom, is coated.

Deco Drainage & Protection Board - Designed to provide positive drainage when waterproofing foundation walls by directing ground water to the foundation drainage system.

You can also get good off the shelf products at the hardware stores mentioned above.