ADM Masonry LLC provides wall waterproofing for foundation walls, basement masonry, and exterior building surfaces across New Jersey. Our licensed crew applies proven systems that stop water infiltration at the source — protecting your structure and interior from damage.
New Jersey receives an average of 46 inches of precipitation annually — distributed across all four seasons. Below-grade walls and masonry facades that are not properly waterproofed absorb this moisture continuously, leading to efflorescence, mortar deterioration, mold growth, and eventual structural damage. Waterproofing is not a cosmetic treatment — it is a structural protection system that preserves the integrity and value of the building.
ADM Masonry LLC provides wall waterproofing services for residential and commercial properties throughout New Jersey. Our work covers exterior foundation waterproofing, interior basement wall waterproofing for existing structures, and exterior masonry facade sealing. Each project begins with a moisture assessment to identify the water source and infiltration pathway before a waterproofing system is selected.
The most common mistake in wall waterproofing is treating the symptom — applying a coating to a wet wall — rather than addressing the moisture source. Waterproofing applied over a wall that has ongoing hydrostatic pressure or failed mortar joints will fail prematurely. ADM Masonry LLC diagnoses the source of moisture before recommending any professional waterproofing system.
Exterior waterproofing of foundation walls is the most effective approach for new construction and renovations. The exterior application addresses moisture at its point of entry — the outside face of the wall — before it can migrate through the masonry. ADM Masonry LLC applies a polymer-modified bituminous waterproofing membrane to the exterior face of the foundation wall from footing to grade level.
The membrane is protected by a drainage composite board — a dimpled plastic sheet that creates an air gap between the membrane and the soil, channeling water downward to the footing drain. At the base of the wall, a perforated drain pipe wrapped in filter fabric collects groundwater and directs it to daylight or a sump pit, relieving hydrostatic pressure against the wall permanently.
For existing structures where exterior excavation is not feasible, crystalline waterproofing compounds applied to the interior wall surface provide an effective alternative. Crystalline products penetrate the concrete matrix and chemically react to form insoluble crystals that block water pathways. Unlike surface coatings, crystalline compounds become part of the concrete itself and self-seal minor cracks as they develop.
Interior basement waterproofing capturing and redirecting moisture before it reaches the living space. ADM Masonry LLC installs interior drainage systems consisting of a perforated channel at the base of the foundation wall, connected to a sump pit, that collects water seeping through the wall and directs it to a sump pump for discharge. This system manages hydrostatic pressure from inside without requiring excavation.
Before any interior system is installed, basement walls are inspected and all mortar joint failures and cracks are repaired. Failing mortar is repointed with hydraulic cement where active water is present. Cracks in poured concrete walls are injected with polyurethane foam under pressure, which expands to fill the crack completely and cures to a flexible, water-tight bond.
Masonry parging — a coat of cement mortar applied to the interior face of block or brick walls — provides a smooth, water-resistant surface that reduces moisture transmission. ADM Masonry LLC applies parging over properly prepared interior masonry walls as a component of the interior waterproofing system. The combination of crack repair, repointing, parging, and interior drainage provides comprehensive moisture management.
Above-grade masonry facades on New Jersey buildings absorb significant amounts of water during rain events — particularly during nor'easters and summer thunderstorms. Brick and mortar are porous materials that absorb water and release it as conditions dry. When the absorption rate exceeds the drying rate, moisture accumulates, promoting efflorescence, mortar deterioration, and freeze-thaw damage.
Silane-siloxane penetrating sealers are the appropriate treatment for exterior facades. These materials penetrate the masonry surface and chemically bond to the silica, reducing water absorption by 90 percent or more while allowing water vapor to escape. ADM Masonry LLC applies penetrating sealers after completing necessary repointing and crack repair to ensure the sealer is applied to a sound substrate.
Elastomeric masonry coatings — thick, flexible, paint-like coatings — provide a waterproof surface layer for walls where the masonry has significant porosity or surface deterioration. These coatings bridge hairline cracks and provide a continuous film, but require reapplication every five to ten years. ADM Masonry LLC recommends elastomeric coatings selectively for walls where surface deterioration warrants them.
ADM Masonry LLC is based in Newark, NJ and serves residential and commercial clients throughout Essex, Hudson, Union, Bergen, and Passaic counties. Our licensed crew is available for projects large and small across the state.
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