Can You Waterproof a Basement from the Inside? | Dan McCoy Explains

Описание: Can you truly waterproof a basement from the inside — or is excavation always required?

In this video, Dan McCoy from McCoy Contractors breaks down one of the most misunderstood topics in foundation repair: the difference between waterproofing and damp proofing.

0:00 Introduction — Can You Waterproof from the Inside?
0:14 What “Waterproofing” Really Means
0:24 The Difference Between Waterproofing and Damp Proofing
0:59 Can You Do It from the Inside?
1:22 What is the fix?
1:28 Water on the Inside Drain Tile
1:45 Final Thoughts — When to Call McCoy Contractors

You’ll learn:
• Why “waterproofing” is often a marketing term in foundation repair
• What damp proofing really means and how it works
• When inside systems (like drain tile and sump pumps) can solve water problems
• How to inspect and identify issues before assuming excavation is needed

“Waterproofing is like making your basement a swimming pool — it’s actually a rubberized compound applied on the outside. What we really do by code is called damp proofing — a system that moves water away and recycles it out.” — Dan McCoy

If you’re seeing basement water problems or thinking about exterior excavation, call McCoy Contractors for a trusted inspection first.

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