Hydrostatic Pressure Snow on the ground isn’t just a winter nuisance; it becomes a major problem for your home when it starts to melt. As snow turns to water, it naturally flows downward through tiny openings in the soil. When those pathways fill up, the water begins moving laterally, creating hydrostatic pressure against your foundation.
This immense pressure forces water through any imperfection in your foundation wall, or through the joint between the basement floor and the wall itself. If a heavy rainstorm hits on top of melting snow, that water has nowhere to go but straight into your basement. Understanding the science of hydrostatic pressure is the first step in protecting your property.
Prepare your basement before the freeze-and-thaw cycle hits to ensure it stays dry all season long.
Based on the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEV2WUIF4Qg
