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Alpha Structural, Inc.
4.6(
241
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan was here this morning, showed him where water was leaking in over our slab and ruining the flooring in the master bedroom. He gave me the full range of possible remedies, from installing a eaves gutter on the roofline outside the bedroom to a full (very expensive) sealing of the entire exterior foundation. And actually recommended that we start with the gutter (which I can do myself) and then monitor the area next rainy season and see if that fixes the problem. No pressure to hire them or spend big $$, just good advice. Couldn't have asked for more. Highly recommended- this is real service!"
Basement Addition
Basement Expansion
Caisson Supported Retaining Wall
Cantilevered Deck Design Build
Deck Expansion and Slope Failure with Retaining Wall

+323

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Palm Construction, Inc.
5.0(
112
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Palm Construction, Inc.
5.0(
90
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We worked with Ali (sales manager) and Tony (project manager), who took the time to design a project that made sense for our property and our budget, made a number of suggestions and recommendations and were never pushy or tried to "sell" us on something. The crew really went above and beyond to provide top quality workmanship and overall we were in very good hands. Highly recommended!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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OM Construction Inc
4.7(
151
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect!!! We originally d to repaint the whole house. Since that was out of our budget, we asked Tony to touch up our walls. When he finished, it looked like we had brand-new walls!!! Although it's the same beige color we already had, they look spectacular!!! He did the whole house in about 6hrs."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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GM Pacific Pro Construction
4.5(
243
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

"Gil is a pleasure to work with. After my initial contact he came by as scheduled to review the job site and meet with me. Work was scheduled that same week and completed in 3 work days. Gil’s crew was skilled and efficient. Gil did note that I had some drainage issues and recommended the addition of drains to the concrete project. His price for the drain was competitive and would insure that my side yard drainage issues that occurred during heavy rains are remedied. Gil and his crew poured/finished a beautiful new walkway. They also did an excellent clean up when finished. I highly recommend GM Pacific Pro (Gil) and plan to use his excellent skills in the future for more projects."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Richco Plumbing Inc
4.6(
107
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Response was immediate, receptionist was very courteous. I had a doctor's appt that I had to squeeze in that day and she was very understanding and worked around my schedule and kept in touch to advise me when Daniel would be there. Daniel was very professional, nice and cooperative. Did the install in a timely manner. Had a little leak but fixed it. That night I ran the disposal and saw that there was a little bit of water under sink. Called the office and they sent him right back immediately. He checked it out and explained there was some leftover water that dripped down when I used it the first time so there was no problem like I thought, but was very patient and rechecked everything assuring me it was fine."
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Basement Waterproofing FAQs, answered by experts

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.

One handy thing about whole-house dehumidifiers is, once installed, you don’t have to worry about placement or changing the dehumidifier’s position. But if you are using a portable dehumidifier, we suggest keeping it away from walls, vents, and furniture. It needs a central, unobstructed spot with access to lots of air to do its job.

Yes, you can finish a basement that leaks, as long as you address the leak first. Before finishing a basement, you’ll need to repair any cracks in the walls and waterproof the basement to prevent future leaks. It’s much harder to clean up a water leak from a finished basement than an unfinished one, so preemptively addressing any leaking areas prevents expensive repairs in the future.

Several factors can impact the cost of waterproofing your basement. Some of the most common cost factors include:

  • Location

  • Square footage

  • Cause of the water leak

  • Type of foundation

  • Accessibility

  • Waterproofing method

  • Materials

  • Contractor experience and availability

  • Engineering reports, if needed

  • Structural and other repairs

  • Permits

Yes, it’s worth it to repair a crawl space foundation, even if the issue seems relatively minor. Foundation problems often get worse and more expensive to fix if you leave them untreated. Additionally, your entire home, from the framing and flooring to the roof system, relies on the foundation for even and level support. Issues with your foundation will almost always manifest as problems in and above your living space, so it’s important to find a solution.

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