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How to Waterproof a Basement | This Old House

701,282 views October 25, 2014 2:22

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This Old House general contractor Tom Silva solves soggy basement problems and shows host Kevin O'Connor how to waterproof a basement. (See below for a shopping list and tools.)
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Shopping List for How to Waterproof a Basement:
- waterproof masonry paint, used to seal interior of foundation walls
- hydraulic cement, used to seal cracks and holes
- bucket, used to mix hydraulic cement 4. Flexible down spout extender
- 4-inch-diameter PVC pipe, used to connect downspout to drywell
- drywell

Tools for How to Waterproof a Basement:
- paintbrush or paint roller, used to apply waterproof paint
- putty knife, used to mix and apply hydraulic cement
- shovel, used to dig trench for PVC pipe and hole for drywell

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This Old House published this 2:22 video tutorial on October 25, 2014. It has been watched 701,282 times on YouTube.

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