🎯 Purpose of the System Prevent groundwater from coming into contact with the basement wall and drain water away before it creates hydrostatic pressure on the foundation. 🧱 Diagram Explanation (Top to Bottom) 1. Waterproof Barrier (red on the wall) Bituminous coating or waterproof membrane Prevents water from penetrating the wall Primary protection against moisture 2. Exterior Wall Protection Protective outer layer (often dimpled or drainage board) Shields the waterproofing from damage Helps g

𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥 𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 The type of soil beneath our feet plays a powerful role in how water moves underground. Sandy soils, with their large pores, allow rainwater to infiltrate quickly and recharge aquifers efficiently. In contrast, clay-rich soils act as barriers, slowing or even blocking water movement and reducing groundwater replenishment. Loamy soils—balanced in sand, silt, and clay—offer the perfect mid