Basement Waterproofing
June 9, 2021

bowing walls caused by water damage

In this case study of the Sanders, Fernandos crew traveled out to Odessa, MO on April 19, 2018. The homeowners called in because they were having problems with water damage and bowing walls caused by water damage. This is the case with many homes needing foundation repair and it can be easily fixed when we take a closer at the issue and figure out how to best approach it.

Fernandos crew installed 45 feet of exterior waterproofing which will work to take water away from the basement or crawl space and away from the foundation. This is important so that the issue does not keep recurring each time it rains badly. This is also the mistake that many contractors make: they only fix the foundation repair issue the client sees and do not address the root of the issue. Water damage and waterproofing issues are the cause of many needs for foundation repair. The crew also installed 2 HP sump pumps to make sure that any water that did somehow get inside would be pulled back out and not cause any lasting damage. The sump pumps were installed in the northeast corner of the home and one in the southwest corner.

There were also three carbon fiber straps attached to the walls. These straps straighten out the wall from bowing or leaning and can be easily covered up with paint so that they are nearly unnoticeable. They are also easy to install, strong, and are installed inside so that there is no damage or cleanup in your yard.

If you’re having foundation problems and also experience leaks and cracks, it may be time to consider a waterproofing system in addition to foundation repair. Fix the root of the problem along with the visual problems. Contact us today to get a free estimate and start on fixing your foundation!

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Satisfied Customer Reviews

KC Waterproofing and Foundation Repair did an excellent job on my sump pump installation and crack repairs. Gary and Davan were not only skilled but genuinely thoughtful throughout the process. We had a bit of miscommunication early on, and instead of brushing it off, they listened carefully, acknowledged what happened, and adjusted their plan so everything aligned with what I needed.

They brought me in at every step—showing me options for the pump location, explaining the exit pipe decisions, and making sure I felt confident about the work being done. Their friendliness and respect made a stressful home repair feel manageable.

I’m grateful for their care and would absolutely recommend them.
Camdon was the expert that inspected our basement and found the root cause of the leak. The team done the repair in record time. Overall a great experience!
Fran was incredible! He was prompt and very knowledgeable about our questions regarding our foundation. He showed us that we already had a bracing system and our foundation was secure. I would recommend him to anyone!
They were prompt with the scheduling, knowledgeable about their craft and friendly. I would use their services again for sure.
Mario was great, quickly addressing the issues that came up from the recent storms. He was courteous and went above and beyond to avoid any future issues.
Conner did a great job
KC Waterproofing & Foundation Repair did a terrific job of installing piers and leaving my property in great shape.
Fran Heisinger came out and gave a detailed and thorough inspection of our foundation. His experience, service and expertise assured us if we needed additional work, his crew and company could do the job. Highly recommend.
Great Crew! The job was done fairly quickly. Will definitely recommend to friends and family.
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