@phillygreenbuilding: We’re trying to incorporate 100yr fixes into all of our projects. We’re parging with a blend of Lime (H1 Binder from Lancaster Limeworks) and sand. Our intention is ti have a vapor open foundation that will pass moisture and bulk water through. We’ll manage it with vapor barriers, perforated perimeter drains, and a sump pit. The industry standard is to parge with impermeable mortars and then treat with Drylock or some other form of modern masonry paint. Its crazy to us, but our mason saw that this system catastrophically failed and wanted to replicate it! We’re of the belief that you can’t seal a basement from the inside. Just because you can’t see or feel moisture, doesn’t mean its not there. Older homes are still standing largely in part to their ability to dry out. We’re trying ti come up with methods to manage water, not trap it. . #construction #building #remodeling #buildingahouse #generalcontractor #restoration #worksmarternotharder #masonry #greenbuilding #limemortar #basementwalls #basementrenovation #wetbasementwaterproof #dampbasement #stonemasonry

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tomas66_101
TT :
That’s just what’s happening to my basement walls 🤦🏽‍♂️
2023-03-21 18:44:34
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andrewgoren
andrewgoren :
How much does this cost to do? I have 3 houses in coatesville pa that need this done
2023-03-23 23:57:42
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tim_fonseca
Tim Fonseca :
VERY WELL EXPLAINED 👏 I still have ptsd from moisture issues in basements
2023-03-20 21:54:19
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builtkind
William Sill :
Habits are hard to change in the trades. And when it comes to masonry the trend still continues to be watertight. It’s a real challenge.
2023-03-19 19:33:21
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whatcaniput85
heyyouyeahyou :
what is the average cost of something like this?
2023-03-21 16:40:07
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johnd2011
JohnD2011 :
Nicely explained ,
2023-03-25 12:14:37
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studiofinch
Ela Finch :
Do you by chance have the recipe for the lime based blend? I’m trying to fix up my 1891 two-flat
2023-03-21 20:54:21
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somuchchristmaschaos
ChristmasChaos :
I have a basement like this in an 1800’s house. I’d like to finish the dirt basement some day. Thank you for the ideas
2023-03-21 20:00:01
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tofulton
tofulton :
People 100+ yrs ago knew how to "lay a house up". I've seen a dozen, new additions, or "upgrades" destroy the working mechanics of a functioning home.
2023-03-21 18:56:27
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user3426039420410
user3426039420410 :
Yep sealing in a leak is never great..
2023-03-25 01:54:08
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salidabooks
Salida Books :
It would stress me out to live east of the 100th meridian
2023-03-21 15:25:20
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captnbeefheart
CaptnBeefheart :
THIS, I constantly have to chase people away who want to seal my basement
2023-03-21 15:48:30
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getaway_man
Shawn :
I have similar issue with the parging in my basement 😩 Why wouldn’t you just leave the rock foundation exposed?
2023-03-23 15:05:46
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gamingjake932
Jake :
I learned something tonight that is so common sense that I should have known it already. Thank you!
2023-03-23 01:21:07
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lisavivs
Lisa♡Vivs :
do you travel to Norristown? how much does something like this cost? just a round about cost
2023-05-15 01:10:33
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random_broom_handle
Random_broom_handle :
Would the same issue apply for poured concrete basement walls? If we can’t paint, can we whitewash safely? (In Memphis TN)
2023-04-03 15:59:16
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joehayne108
joehayne108 :
These bits of info are invaluable to a homeowner!
2023-03-31 17:01:53
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dan_2422
F M :
Great, I painted my basement floors and concrete walls with a waterproofing paint
2023-03-21 02:26:46
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thedotrose
Dot (נס) :
Is it really possible to have a sustainably usable Philly basement? I have a dehumidifier running 24/7 and it’s still not great
2023-03-27 18:20:10
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nathaniel1897
Nat :
I work in an 1850s building and the previous owners backfilled the basement with inch minus trying to keep moisture contained -
2023-03-21 01:37:16
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a_may24
Aaron May :
Vapor barrier from the exterior only. And these stupid companies do interior waterproofing. It’s a shame.
2023-03-21 01:35:01
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asktheappraiser
AsktheAppraiser :
Very informative. Tks!
2023-03-22 16:19:13
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2chowsandabirdie
2chowsandabirdie :
will a dehumidifier draw more moisture/wick water from outside causing greater deterioration of the existing mortar or not (1907 abington pa) help!🥺
2023-03-23 00:58:38
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schon_dsgn
Schon DSGN Pen Company :
This is dope! Might have to have y’all come fix up my Philly basement!
2023-03-25 02:37:39
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mikethamason
Mike_da_mason :
So common
2023-03-25 20:38:54
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investingte
Integral Choice Consulting Inc :
Great video. How many barrels of wall contents sid you have to wheel out?
2023-03-25 12:09:43
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builtkind
William Sill :
Awesome work guys!
2023-03-19 18:39:22
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thomdargan
thomdargan :
Thank you for saying old homes need to dry out and not “breathe”.
2023-03-23 18:53:21
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donttjudgemee
In my era (Taylors Version) :
I’m interested in this in my basement, I’m in philly too
2023-03-24 04:14:20
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anitagoodword
anita :
I lost my formula for lime-based mortar. Nevermind. I don't need it. 25 years and my basement walls are still good.
2023-03-25 06:24:10
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chadtfletcher
Fletcher Home Inspector :
💵
2023-03-25 02:59:29
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frizzlethemagicbus
🏳️‍🌈 Rebecca 🏳️‍🌈 :
I'm in Philly, where do you get your plaster from?
2023-03-20 02:29:12
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reluctantturtle
ReluctantTurtle :
can you show how the vapor barrier is tucked into the other barrier?
2023-03-24 18:21:47
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architect_talk
Architect_Talk :
Great work 👏 Do you typically leave the lime parge coat exposed? I’m not aware of any finish that wouldn’t trap moisture
2023-03-20 01:59:06
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revivemediablasting
Clayton Ryan :
I have seen people spray foaming them. Would that be a bad idea since it wouldn’t be able to breath anymore?
2023-03-25 13:19:26
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andreasbreuing
andreasbreuing :
hey! we have been wanting to do this for some time! how do we get in touch with you?
2023-03-25 15:29:00
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fourdoorsmorehwores
fourdoorsmorehwores :
That happens whether you waterproof it or not.
2023-03-25 23:10:56
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rogue.motivation
Adrean :
can i use type s motor mix for exterior stucco
2023-03-26 14:03:27
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ridingritty
Benweber88 :
I doubt that amount of deterioration was caused by partial parg coating and paint
2023-03-27 16:49:33
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jrodenstein007
Jrodenstien :
What if you pait the interior block but instal a french drain so it can still drain and be pumped out
2023-03-21 02:08:13
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_darkenr_
Dustin :
What about poured concrete walls?
2023-03-28 08:50:47
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bwonky
Brad Ancil :
Would it be ok to paint over a glazed block basement with no water issues? Would painting over the mortar joints cause problems?
2023-03-28 17:13:28
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superb_lyrics
Superb_Lyrics :
🙌🏼👌🏽
2023-03-29 20:15:13
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