Foundations First Northwest LLC

Keeping a basement dry takes more than covering visible water stains.

This system is designed to manage water at the source by directing moisture from the foundation walls into the drainage system below. The water then flows to the sump pump and is discharged safely away from the home.

The wall membrane creates a controlled path for incoming moisture, while the sump pump removes water before it can collect across the basement floor. Together, these components help reduce standing water, damp conditions, musty odors, and long-term moisture damage.

If you’ve noticed water stains, damp walls, or pooling in your basement, schedule a free inspection before Portland’s rainy season is fully underway.
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Is this crack normal—or is it time to have it inspected?

Small, thin cracks can sometimes develop as concrete cures or a home naturally settles. However, cracks that are widening, longer than before, horizontal, stair-stepping, or accompanied by uneven floors, sticking doors, or gaps around windows may point to foundation movement.

With Portland’s wet climate, cracks can also create a path for moisture to enter your basement or crawl space. The size of the crack matters, but its location, direction, and whether it is changing are just as important.

Not every crack means your home needs major repairs, but guessing can allow a problem to worsen. If you’re unsure, schedule a free foundation inspection so our team can identify the cause and recommend the right next step.

Portland’s rainy season can bring a lot of water beneath a home, especially when drainage around the foundation isn’t working properly.

Without a way to remove that water, moisture can collect in the crawl space and lead to damp conditions, musty odors, wood damage, and other long-term problems.

A sump pump helps collect groundwater from beneath the home and discharge it safely away from the foundation before it can build up inside the crawl space. When paired with a properly designed drainage system, it provides an important layer of protection during periods of heavy rain.

If you’ve noticed standing water, dampness, or musty smells beneath your Portland home, schedule a free inspection before the rainy season is in full swing.
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A foundation gap this large is more than a cosmetic concern.
It may be a sign that sections of the foundation have shifted or separated due to soil movement, moisture, age, or ongoing structural pressure.

Open gaps can also create a direct path for rainwater, pests, and outside air to enter the home. If the movement continues, homeowners may begin noticing additional warning signs such as cracking walls, uneven floors, or doors and windows that no longer close properly.

If you notice separation like this around your Oregon home, schedule a free foundation inspection so the cause can be identified and the right repair can be recommended.
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What started as a visible crack along the exterior foundation is now properly sealed and repaired with epoxy.
Epoxy bonds to the concrete and fills the damaged area, helping keep moisture from traveling through the crack while restoring strength to that section of the foundation.

With Portland’s rainy season approaching, cracks like this are especially important to address. Even a small opening can create a path for water to enter the crawl space or basement and lead to ongoing moisture problems.

Not every crack requires the same solution, which is why we inspect the foundation first, the cause and recommend the right repair. If you’ve noticed cracking around your Portland home, schedule a free foundation inspection today.
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Portland’s rainy season is coming, and water collecting near your home can quickly become a bigger problem. When runoff has nowhere to go, it can pool around the foundation, seep into crawl spaces or basements, and contribute to ongoing moisture damage.

This channel drain is designed to collect surface water from the driveway and redirect it away from the home before it reaches the foundation. The right drainage system can help reduce standing water and protect your home throughout the wet months.

Don’t wait until the next heavy rain reveals a drainage problem. Schedule a free inspection today and make sure your Portland home is ready.
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When the support beneath a home begins to fail, floors can become uneven, sagging, or bouncy.

For this Portland home, our crew installed a steel adjustable post to provide stronger, more reliable support beneath the floor system. The post can be carefully adjusted to help stabilize the structure and improve support where it’s needed.

Noticing uneven or sagging floors? Schedule your FREE inspection today!

Portland’s rainy season is coming—is your sump pump ready?

A working sump pump helps collect and redirect water away from your home before it can create moisture problems. Now is the time to make sure your system is working properly—not after the heavy rain begins.

Schedule your FREE inspection today!
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