LANSING, Mich. — Troy Miller from Bluebird CFW Foundation Repair and Waterproofing discusses the impact iron-oxidizing bacteria can have on a basement waterproofing system.
Iron-oxidizing bacteria get energy by oxidizing iron dissolved in water. They can grow and spread in water as long as there is a small amount of iron and oxygen available. This bacteria is very common in wet basements, and failing to account for it can actually destroy your basement's waterproofing system.
Iron-oxidizing bacteria create a rust-colored, slimy substance. This substance can clog up your drain tile system, sump pump, and sump pump basin. If your basement waterproofing system is contaminated with iron bacteria, it will malfunction and eventually fail, putting your home at risk of water leaks and damage. As a basement waterproofing company, Bluebird CFW often sees waterproofing systems that have to be completely replaced because there is no way to flush the system and remove the bacteria. Bluebird CFW’s basement waterproofing in Michigan includes proactive solutions to prevent clogging in systems where iron bacteria is present.
Bluebird CFW installs systems with multiple cleanout ports, which enables them to clean and treat your sump pump and drain tile system. The product they use effectively cleans sump pumps and waterproofing systems, even those encased in iron-oxidizing bacteria. Their solutions ensure that your interior drainage systems and sump pump can effectively protect your home.
For more information, please visit BluebirdCFW.com or call (888) 411-2264.
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