The most common source of basement moisture is the joint where the floor and wall meet. This is the case 90% of the time. Basements rarely leak water up through the floor. Basements leak because surface water forms a pocket around the foundation, causing hydrostatic pressure. This water is forced through the joint and into your basement, causing moisture leakage.

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products presents the LandScapes No Maintenance Window Wells. These window wells are built for ease of use and durability. Installation is made simple, with an included drain kit and a built-in floor for maintenance-free construction. LandScapes won’t rust or dent like metal, adding more value than standard window wells. They brighten basements, and increase curb appeal. When you need an effective and reliable window well solution choose one of the highest rated products in the industry, Mar-flex’s LandScapes No Maintenance Window Wells.

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products held an extremely successful national sales meeting this morning, June 13th. In the meeting, new marketing strategies and sales methods were introduced as well as many new tools to help our salesmen inform our clients about all the good products we offer and many that we are unveiling.

Mar-flex is turning its focus on sustainable development and innovation and aims to be the top competitor in the industry, in both of these fields. Check back soon for our new marketing approach as well as the unveiling of exciting new products, features, programs, and taking the required steps necessary to bring our unique and foreword-thinking products to customers all over the nation and even the World.

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products presents one of the most innovative products in the industry today, the Geo-Mat™ drainage roll. Geo-Mat™ is manufactured from high density polyethylene, offering strong resistance to hydrostatic pressure and excellent drainage. The roll also features dimples that are aligned along the vertical and horizontal axis which allow the rapid channeling of water from the grade to a footer drainage system. Geo-Mat™ is designed for versatility, working as a dampproofing drainage roll, and the Geo-Mat™ Plus as a protection and drainage roll. Geo-Mat™ is the only 100% Green drainage roll in the industry, made from 100% post-consumer recycled content. This means this product also helps qualify for LEED® building credits. The Geo-Clip accessory makes installation simple and quick.

If you notice water seeping in where the wall meets the floor in your basement, hydraulic cement may be the answer you’re looking for. Use a chisel, before applying the cement, to open up cracks in a “V” pattern. Then all you must do is mix the cement, wet the area, and force the cement into the area. Excess cement can be removed with a trowel and a wire brush.

SurfiSeal is a brick or masonry sealant that is an emulsion of siloxane. This product comes ready to use, and penetrates into concrete to provide long-term protection, lasting many times longer than conventional coatings. The invisible film that forms will “bead” loose water and provide protection against de-icing salts and chloride ions. For added safety SurfiSeal will not change traction or skid resistance of a surface. Mar-Flex Waterproofing and Building Products continues to create new solutions to improve the science of waterproofing and bring the customer the utmost in modern technology and quality.

Basements must be waterproofed for a variety of reasons, including cracks in walls, leaking windows, and pipe condensation. If there is too much water or the water is retained too long in basements, it can cause serious damage. Retained water can cause termites, dangerous mold, and foundation/structural degrading which all result in extensive and costly repairs. If you notice water accumulating in your basement after storms, you may want to contact a professional water damage restoration service such as DryPatrol. You can also find many DIY solutions on the website mybasementproject.com.

Stonewells by Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products is a popular and functional egress window solution. Each Stonewell egress window is fitted with a simulated rock texture which comes in two designer colors to match below grade living environments and to coordinate with the Rhinowell window solution. Stonewell comes in one piece, making for easy installation with no assembly. The built-in-steps provide easy egress in the event of an emergency and meet building codes for below-grade living space egress. Stonewells let in more natural light, increasing the beauty of your basement as well as increasing resell value on the structure. These egress window wells are maintenance free and won’t rust or dent like metal. The optional polycarbonate cover eliminates weeds, pest, and rainwater. Stonewells are one of the most effective, functional, and reliable egress window well solutions in the industry. Choose Mar-flex when you need quality, affordable products backed by American-made manufacturing and a family-owned business focused on reliability and quality of service.

Mar-flex Waterproofing and Building Products presents the Moisture Block 361 Water Based multi-functional dampproofing membrane. Moisture Block 361 is a patented, asphalt emulsion coating that is designed to dampproof and protect concrete and most concrete masonry surfaces. The single component liquid applied coating offers good resistance to temperature changes, as well as excellent weatherability, and the ability to effectively protect against water penetration. The durable film bonds to most surfaces, but is recommended for below grade dampproofing of precast concrete, poured concrete, and concrete masonry. This membrane also functions as a vapor barrier on exterior faces of the interior walls of above-grade exterior cavity walls, and excels as a utility coating on wooden posts, pilings, and other metal surfaces set into the ground. When you need a versatile and reliable dampproofing solution that is made from quality materials choose none other than Moisture Block 361.

Cracks that are found in basement and foundation walls, while inevitable, can be serious if not repaired quickly. How do you know when you should call a professional in to do the work? If you find your basement walls covered in horizontal cracks, these can be dangerous and cause structural damage over time. Mar-flex offers A DIY Concrete Repair Solution that allows customers to do the work of concrete repair on their own. This kit works well on vertical cracks, when you spot long horizontal cracks, its time to enlist the help of the professionals. For water damage problems, as well as mold, mildew and commercial carpet cleaning Mar-flex recommends DryPatrol.