I've used Sani-Tred a few times www.sanitred.com

My basement was one of my experiences. As their website tells you
"sealing spots" does not waterproof the basement. If you stop it from
coming in one spot, it has no choice but to come in the next least rout
of resistance.

Everyone talks about gutters, downspouts, landscaping, drain tiles,
sump pumps, sump pits, battery backups, dehumidifiers, sheet materials,
etc... None of which are necessary and how is pumping water
“waterproofing”. If that were the case how do you waterproof an
aquarium with a pump? If you stop it from coming in what else is there
to be concerned with?

Some skeptics say "great pressure will push your walls in". My god my
house never collapsed before ... are you saying that my home was never
designed to be waterproof? Not true. If exterior water is a concern
drain it away from the home, don't bring it in the house and think you
are going to pump the water table down. That's like intentionally
punching a hole in a boat just to pump the water back out. It makes no
sense.

I’ve tried the local Drylok. It’s crap. I would never apply it to my
walls or anything important for that matter. I applied it to some
cardboard, let it dry, and watched it crack up when you ever so
slightly flex the board. I wouldn’t trust it. I also called their tech
support. I asked them if Drylok is “waterproof” they said NO. They said
that it will not stop “moisture” from coming through it! Hmmm
waterproofer? NO.

In the end I use Sani-Tred and it’s been 100% dry as a bone for over 5
years now. I’ve applied tile, built stud walls, laid carpet and no
problems.


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