This Foundation Friday highlights a commercial waterproofing project at a local bank dealing with water intrusion beneath a drive-thru window. Our team sealed two cold joints, a floor-to-wall seam, and a pipe conduit, then restored the damaged area with new Drylok. Learn how New England Foundation Crack Repair protects commercial properties with expert injection and structural waterproofing solutions across Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.

Learn how NEFCR sealed a leaking pipe penetration in Northbridge, MA, using cement, high-pressure injection, and waterproofing.

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Pipe penetrations are openings in foundation walls created for plumbing, electrical, or HVAC lines. When these areas are not properly sealed, water can seep into the basement due to hydrostatic pressure and concrete deterioration. Common warning signs include staining around pipes, moisture intrusion, and mold growth. Understanding how pipe penetrations fail and the proper repair methods can help prevent water damage and protect the long-term integrity of your foundation.

Most walls have a few pipes running through them. These holes are called pipe penetration and they're filled with mortar after installation.

Pipe penetrations occur when plumbing, electrical, or HVAC lines pass through foundation walls. If these areas are not properly sealed, water can seep through over time due to hydrostatic pressure and concrete deterioration. Common warning signs include wall staining, moisture around pipes, and mold growth. Identifying pipe penetration leaks early helps prevent basement water damage and long-term foundation issues.