Above grade cinder block basement wall is wet. It's right at the ground level. On same wall the below grade isn't wet. i think it's b/c not much sun on that side of the house as other. what to do? Hoping to finish the basement. Put XPS board on wall and still wet, but only in a couple of spots. very strange.
Walls – How to do about an above grade cinder block basement wall that is wet
basementwalls
Related Topic
- Basement – How to insulate this basement wall
- Basement – How to seal a basement cinder block wall behind a shower
- Concrete – Gutted a basement and found a window, what should I do
- Basement – use 1“ XPS and fiberglass batts instead of 2” XPS insulation in the basement
- Basement – How thoroughly should I scrape paint from cement basement wall before insulating
- Walls – this panel in basement wall of 1940s house
- Walls – Concrete floor brick wall gap leaking severely (garage above basement)
Best Answer
I have had this problem. The block on my basement wall was not sealed. When it would rain for a very long time it would eventually saturate the block and start to soak through. The blocks would fill up with water and it would take weeks to dry. Use seal or paint to seal the block that is exposed to the weather and it should help.