Q: How long does crawl space encapsulation last?

• <div><p>Crawl space encapsulation typically lasts between 10 to 20 years. If you experience a catastrophic event, like a flood, or poorly encapsulate your space with low-quality materials, it may only last a decade. Otherwise, as long as you properly maintain your crawl space, a high-quality encapsulation can last more than 20 years.</p></div>

Q: Is it OK to live in a finished basement?

• <div><p>Living in a finished basement is acceptable, but only if the space has the proper points of egress and includes smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors to ensure the safety of the occupants. A good way to ensure your finished basement is suitable for use as living space is to get the basement finishing project properly permitted. </p></div>

Q: Should you have vents in a crawl space?

• <div><p>Most houses will have vents in the crawl space. This allows for air passage and energy retention, which in many ways can help control the temperature inside the home. If you are able to consider the cost of a crawl space encapsulation, you may not need your crawl space vents at all. </p></div>

Q: What are the most expensive foundation repairs?

• <div><p>The most expensive foundation repair method is to install<b> helical piers</b>. Helical piers are a type of steel pier used to support sinking foundations in areas with poor soil conditions or deep bedrock. This foundation repair method can cost up to <b>$3,000 per pier</b>, including labor, because of its material and labor-intensive installation process. Total foundation repair costs can easily reach over $20,000 using this method.</p></div>

Q: What are the most expensive parts of finishing a basement?

• <div><p>Anything having to do with the structure of your home, such as raising the ceiling, is usually the most expensive part of finishing a basement. Another project component that could be a surprisingly high expense is adding an exterior entrance. </p><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-average-cost-add-exitwalk-out-my-finished-basement.htm">cost of a walkout basement</a> can be anywhere from $5,000 to $35,000.</p></div>

SouthernDry

SouthernDry

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

67 local quotes requested

"The team here at SouthernDry specializes in Foundation Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Encapsulation and drainage. We serve most of Alabama, including Birmingham, Montgomery, Huntsville, as well as western Georgia. If you are concerned about foundation problems or wet basement problems, we offer free evaluations to both homeowners and businesses. This free evaluation also includes a custom project plan at no additional cost. We are not a ""big box"" company. We never hire subcontractors to meet demand. We are a small group of experienced local industry professionals that rely on word of mouth and online reviews to support our business. This allows us to spend more time on each project and carefully craft custom project plans. We offer high-end repairs and service quality, but we don't sponsor major sports teams and you wont see our ads on TV, which allows us to offer affordable pricing. We stand by our work and back it with a Lifetime Warranty. If something goes wrong, you can rest assured we'll be back to fix it."

"Great service. Upon arrival for job, I had misunderstood some of the things being done. Office Rep called me right away and we rescheduled for the a new work date and the initial rep to come back out and re-explain the job being done. Great work and fast service."

Toby K on July 2023

"The team here at SouthernDry specializes in Foundation Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Encapsulation and drainage. We serve most of Alabama, including Birmingham, Montgomery, Huntsville, as well as western Georgia. If you are concerned about foundation problems or wet basement problems, we offer free evaluations to both homeowners and businesses. This free evaluation also includes a custom project plan at no additional cost. We are not a ""big box"" company. We never hire subcontractors to meet demand. We are a small group of experienced local industry professionals that rely on word of mouth and online reviews to support our business. This allows us to spend more time on each project and carefully craft custom project plans. We offer high-end repairs and service quality, but we don't sponsor major sports teams and you wont see our ads on TV, which allows us to offer affordable pricing. We stand by our work and back it with a Lifetime Warranty. If something goes wrong, you can rest assured we'll be back to fix it."

"Great service. Upon arrival for job, I had misunderstood some of the things being done. Office Rep called me right away and we rescheduled for the a new work date and the initial rep to come back out and re-explain the job being done. Great work and fast service."

Toby K on July 2023

AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists

AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

38 local quotes requested

Established in 2000, AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi, and Kentucky, we bring our expertise closer to you. AFS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! CBC1266770 (FL) | 68623 (TN) | HBLN #24235 (AL)

"Matt Hahn from AFS Phenix City did an outstanding job for me. He came and inspected my crawl space, which was encapsulated back in 2021. He answered all my questions, was super friendly, and was a pleasure to work with."

Jared H on May 2025

Established in 2000, AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Mississippi, and Kentucky, we bring our expertise closer to you. AFS proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialist, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate! CBC1266770 (FL) | 68623 (TN) | HBLN #24235 (AL)

"Matt Hahn from AFS Phenix City did an outstanding job for me. He came and inspected my crawl space, which was encapsulated back in 2021. He answered all my questions, was super friendly, and was a pleasure to work with."

Jared H on May 2025

PARROT STRUCTURAL SERVICES LLC

PARROT STRUCTURAL SERVICES LLC

Customers say: Super punctual

11 local quotes requested

21 years of experience

We are a Woman Owned Small Family Business. We have over 40 years of experience in residential foundation repair. We work with the outer foundation walls, basement walls & slabs, concrete slabs, patios, porches and driveways. Financing Available. Located at 137 County Rd 902, Calera, AL 35040. Mailing address: P.O. Box 1050, Calera, AL 35040 Areas served: We serve the entire state of Alabama including Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Montgomery, Selma, Dothan, Auburn, Huntsville

"This was a very extensive project that I spent months researching, hired an engineer for his professional guidance, and accepted bids from four companies. Two of the other companies were cheaper but proposed to use synthetic foam materials, which don't have a long enough track record for my comfort. Once the job started, the crews worked with great diligence, and despite the numerous difficulties they encountered, I never heard a single complaint. Total work time was 14 days over a three-week period that include Independence Day. Total cost was about $40k"

Duane P on July 2021

We are a Woman Owned Small Family Business. We have over 40 years of experience in residential foundation repair. We work with the outer foundation walls, basement walls & slabs, concrete slabs, patios, porches and driveways. Financing Available. Located at 137 County Rd 902, Calera, AL 35040. Mailing address: P.O. Box 1050, Calera, AL 35040 Areas served: We serve the entire state of Alabama including Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Montgomery, Selma, Dothan, Auburn, Huntsville

"This was a very extensive project that I spent months researching, hired an engineer for his professional guidance, and accepted bids from four companies. Two of the other companies were cheaper but proposed to use synthetic foam materials, which don't have a long enough track record for my comfort. Once the job started, the crews worked with great diligence, and despite the numerous difficulties they encountered, I never heard a single complaint. Total work time was 14 days over a three-week period that include Independence Day. Total cost was about $40k"

Duane P on July 2021

R&M Building and Remodeling

Pickett Mill Road

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R&M Building and Remodeling

Pickett Mill Road

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8 years of experience

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!

Apex Foundation Specialists, LLC

Apex Foundation Specialists, LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Apex Foundation Specialists is a Foundation and Crawl Space Repair Company. With over 12 years Experience, we provide honest Foundation and Waterproofing repair solutions to homeowners in Florida and Alabama. When it comes to your homes structural or waterproofing needs, we have you covered! Contact us today to schedule your Free Estimate!!

"Called Apex after receiving several competing bids. All companies contacted were professional, informative, and recognized players in the foundation biz. Will in particular struck two cords that were important. Cost & time frame to completion. The price was competetive but they were able to schedule and complete the work in less than two weeks. Crew was on time, professional, clean-up was excellent, and the follow-up was a thoughful touch."

S P on August 2023

Apex Foundation Specialists is a Foundation and Crawl Space Repair Company. With over 12 years Experience, we provide honest Foundation and Waterproofing repair solutions to homeowners in Florida and Alabama. When it comes to your homes structural or waterproofing needs, we have you covered! Contact us today to schedule your Free Estimate!!

"Called Apex after receiving several competing bids. All companies contacted were professional, informative, and recognized players in the foundation biz. Will in particular struck two cords that were important. Cost & time frame to completion. The price was competetive but they were able to schedule and complete the work in less than two weeks. Crew was on time, professional, clean-up was excellent, and the follow-up was a thoughful touch."

S P on August 2023

Ox Foundation Solutions

Ox Foundation Solutions

Customers say: Quick response

Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and owner operated company with over 20 years experience in the foundation repair and basement waterproofing industry. We are an honest and fair company who will treat your like our home. We set ourselves apart from our competition through our personal touch on every project. We realize that no one ever wants to be put in the position to need major structural repair or waterproofing on their home. We make a negative situation positive through our excellent customer service and attention to detail. We know that our customers homes are often their largest investments and we take pride in protecting that investment for our customers. We will treat your home like it is our own. At OX Foundation Solutions, our certified basement waterproofing and foundation repair specialists are ready to help with your basement or crawl space concerns. We offer a full range of basement waterproofing, foundation repair and crawl space encapsulation services from drainage and sump pump installation to structural repair solutions. Reasons why Birmingham families choose OX Foundation Solutions to fix their wet basement, smelly crawl spaces and foundation issues: Experience and reputation in Birmingham, AL – we are a company you can trust! Locally operated. The most advanced waterproofing products available. Expertly trained to design best-in-class systems and oversee every OX Foundation Solutions project. Fully insured - we carry general liability, truck insurance and are covered by worker's compensation insurance. Basement Health Association member (CSRS) Certified Structural Repair Specialist on staff.

"Ceser, Mike and Kam arrived on time as Ox Foundation had promised. These guys know what they are doing and got the work done right. They not only did an excellent job of encapsulating the crawl space but left the job site clean every day they left and they were there three days. These three guys went above and beyond to make sure I was pleased with their work. I would highly recommend Ox Foundation and these guys if you need them. Ceser, Mike and Kam are to be commended for their pride in the work they do. It was a pleasure working with them. A.J."

A.J. P on October 2025

We are a locally owned and owner operated company with over 20 years experience in the foundation repair and basement waterproofing industry. We are an honest and fair company who will treat your like our home. We set ourselves apart from our competition through our personal touch on every project. We realize that no one ever wants to be put in the position to need major structural repair or waterproofing on their home. We make a negative situation positive through our excellent customer service and attention to detail. We know that our customers homes are often their largest investments and we take pride in protecting that investment for our customers. We will treat your home like it is our own. At OX Foundation Solutions, our certified basement waterproofing and foundation repair specialists are ready to help with your basement or crawl space concerns. We offer a full range of basement waterproofing, foundation repair and crawl space encapsulation services from drainage and sump pump installation to structural repair solutions. Reasons why Birmingham families choose OX Foundation Solutions to fix their wet basement, smelly crawl spaces and foundation issues: Experience and reputation in Birmingham, AL – we are a company you can trust! Locally operated. The most advanced waterproofing products available. Expertly trained to design best-in-class systems and oversee every OX Foundation Solutions project. Fully insured - we carry general liability, truck insurance and are covered by worker's compensation insurance. Basement Health Association member (CSRS) Certified Structural Repair Specialist on staff.

"Ceser, Mike and Kam arrived on time as Ox Foundation had promised. These guys know what they are doing and got the work done right. They not only did an excellent job of encapsulating the crawl space but left the job site clean every day they left and they were there three days. These three guys went above and beyond to make sure I was pleased with their work. I would highly recommend Ox Foundation and these guys if you need them. Ceser, Mike and Kam are to be commended for their pride in the work they do. It was a pleasure working with them. A.J."

A.J. P on October 2025

Dexter Gilley Construction, LLC

201 W College St

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Dexter Gilley Construction, LLC

201 W College St

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11 years of experience

Dexter Gilley Construction based in Enterprise Alabama is a general contractor and home builder offering kitchen & bathroom remodeling, room additions, new construction, & so much more...

Kirklands all out construction

310 Andalusia Estates Dr.

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Kirklands all out construction

310 Andalusia Estates Dr.

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22 years of experience

I started my business to make people happy and i going to do the best job ever i do it all so what ever you need call me patrick kirkland i have two employees and we do the best job call for a free qoute to day.

Contracting Alabama Oncall

Contracting Alabama Oncall

Customers say: Quick response

46 years of experience

Owned & operated. We are Family Business, we're the owner still works an runs this company. Please don't be intimidated by our name. My grandfather started it. I just added the on call. To help customers out without charging them crazy prices for after hours emergencies.