moisture

[ezover]

the area around my pole barn stays wet after a rain or meltdown. (I have added drain tiles)

my question is, the concrete floor in my barn will seep moisture up? at least this is what it looks like to me, section of the floor will get a layer of moisture on it. is there any way to stop this and would this pose a problem with a 2 post lift?

also would this indicate no vapor barrier was laid down?

 

[theoldwizard1]

also would this indicate no vapor barrier was laid down?

Likely !

The only solution is a French Drain. If you have no naturally low area to send the excess water to, you will have to install a dry well.

As for a 2 post lift, personally, I would bust out a 2'x2' area and dig it out 3' deep. Fill with concrete. Insert bolts using a template of the lifts foot.

 

[EvanTX4]

OP -did you get crystallize like formations as well? I recently moved into my home and have quickly discovered that the garage is suffering from water problems. No visible water, but discoloration of the floor and a white crystal substance.

How did you end up addressing the problem of the moisture seeping up?

Thanks in advance!

 

[LegacyIndustrial]

"No visible water, but discoloration of the floor and a white crystal substance."
This is water vapor transmission through the slab for sure.

The OP might have a delta issue between slab and air temp.

 

[EvanTX4]

"This is water vapor transmission through the slab for sure."

Yeah, lucky me. Thankfully, no visible cracks on the slab, just issues with moisture and the front apron. I'm in the process of figuring out how to address the cause (fixing some outdoor slabs sloped the wrong way via jacking, and filling expansion joints that abut against the garage), but after that any suggestions in addressing the crappy looking floor?

Thanks in advance,