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| Emecole's "Do-It-Yourself" Kits Having been in business for more than 20 years, Emecole, Inc. has been supplying concrete repair products to homeowners and handymen. Low-pressure injection for the repair of poured foundation cracks is effective and inexpensive if one takes advantage of Emecole's complete line of kits, accessories, polyurethane foams and epoxies. Louis F. Cole, the president of Emecole, says that once a crack has formed within the foundation, water seepage is inevitable. "Any do-it-yourselfer using an Emecole kit will have all the necessary tools to complete a repair job and avoid the last minute and unnecessary trips to the hardware store," Cole said. According to Cole, many homeowners and handymen have called in about their attempts to repair foundation cracks using hydraulic cement or caulk. "A do-it-yourself generally will tend to a problem first before calling a professional," he said. "While foundation crack repair certainly can be a DIY project, most of them are using products that do not work." Emecole manufactures fully equipped repair kits. The kits consist of all items necessary to repair cracks up to 60 feet in length. All one has to do is chose the right kit. Coles says that not only will this complete the job, but also allow the avoidance of last minute trips to the hardware store. Every Emecole kit includes printed instructions, MSDS's, and a step-by-step instructional CD-Rom video. The instructional videos are also viewable on Emecole's website. Cole also explains the benefits of using Urethane foam, which hardens upon injections and seals the crack in the foundation from leaking in the future. Not only are cracks repaired by injecting urethane foam or epoxy permanent, but they can increase the value of a home. The newest addition to the Emecole product line, polyurea, is specifically for the repair of cracked concrete slabs for basement and garage floors, driveways and patios. Primary and backup sump pump systems, which help reinforce dry, safe and clean living spaces are also available. write your comments about the article :: © 2008 Construction News :: home page |