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American Dry Basement Systems, LLC

Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation, Inspection Service,

About us

We serve our customers with pride and work hard to ensure complete satisfaction with every job. Having waterproofed close to 25,000 basements since 1997, you can be sure you'll get the experience, quality, and waterproofing performance you need. Why choose us? We want to help protect your most significant investment from any foundation damage or water control problems. We uniquely use ICC code compliant practices, dust suppression, our proprietary foundation repair technology, and leave your home without any post-repair mess. Whether your basement floods during rainstorms or it just has that musty, "basement odor," we have the solution! We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

Business highlights

Se habla espanol
28 years of experience

Services we offer

Basement Crack Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Sump Pump & Battery Backup Installation, Waterproofing Inspection

Amenities

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.989 Reviews
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Rita G.
Aug 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
They did an excellent job of fixing a water problem that we had our garage. I am pleased with the results and highly recommend them.

Karl R.
Aug 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
They solved the serious flooding problem we had in the cellar with rainwater coming up through the floor. Now the cellar is usable and dry, and I don't worry when it rains. The job was done neatly and in less than the scheduled amount of time.

Gretchen W.
Aug 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
Workers were very professional and did an excellent job. I've had my drainage system and pump in place for 3 years now. Have not had a drop of water enter my basement since. I no longer stress when a storm is coming. I recommend American Dry Basement Systems to anyone with water issues in their basement.

Kimberly M.
Aug 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
The install went great and the crew was very quick and cleaned up very well. Would definitely recommend American Dry Basement.

Polly S.
Aug 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
This is a great company. They are very professional and their customer service was outstanding! Their videos were very informative and assured me I had hired the right company to waterproof my basement. The work they did was exceptional and I have been recommending them to others every chance I get.

Barbara S.
Aug 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
American Dry Basement was a life saver for me. I was overwhelm whenever it rain because my basement would get flooded with water. I had to vacuum the water up which took some time out of my busy schedule. I was frustrated with cleaning up the water and saw an ad on Goggle about American Dry Basement. I contacted the organization. The representative came out to my house and did an assessment. He told me what was needed to stop the flood. I agreed to the term and signed a contract. The workers arrived and did an amazing job. A draining system was placed around the floor in the basement. They also installed a Sub Tank to prevent the water coming in the basement. and drained out into the sewer. This was two years ago and I have not had any problem or issues since then. This is the best system to have install in your basement if you are experiencing flood issues.

Ann M.
Aug 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
American Dry Basement Systems did a fantastic job of waterproofing my basement . They explained the entire process and did exactly what they said they would. They also cleaned up after the work was done even washing the floor. I would recommend this company .

Gordon S.
Aug 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
Had our wet basement done in late 2021 and have not had water down there since. American Dry Basement Systems did a great job, in & out in 2 days and no mess. Would Recommend to anyone A+

Brian F.
Aug 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
$22,000
In March 2024, my entire basement was covered with 2-3 inches of water from relentless rainfall over a number of months. I interviewed five companies. I also researched different waterproofing basement techniques, getting an idea of what was good and what wasn?t. American Dry Dasement Systems proposal hit all of the good techniques and none of the bad.. Their salesman was also very knowledgeable and accessible. Originally, I was going to have to wait a few months due to the number of jobs that had come in from flooding. Then, I got a call two weeks after I signed the contract, saying that they had availability, and did I want them to come the next day. Yes, I did. It took them about a week, between jackhammering, removal of the jackhammer concrete, gravel installation, new sump pumps, it was in the heat of summer. A five man crew got everything done in five days. They were fabulous! I was very happy with the job they did, and would recommend them highly!

Don D.
Aug 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
I was truly impressed with the professionalism of the workers and equally impressed with the results. No leaks for several years even during torrential downpours.

Sybil W.
Aug 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
$1,300,000
Amazing! For years we suffered with water in our basement, lots of water . After loads of research we called American Dry Basement Systems, they came and reviewed a plan with us. We thought it over, and then decided that they had the plan that would truly fix our problem. We were right! We were given a start date, however they were able to start earlier than planned- that was a shock to us for the contracting business. The workers were amazing, there was no mess and the work was completed ahead of schedule and our basement is nice and dry. Our work was done almost three years ago, remember all the rain we’ve experienced these last couple springs— NO water in our basement. We can actually use our basement to store things and even have a nice play area set up for the grandkids. Whenever we had a question, we would get a quick response. Everyone we encountered was professional and courteous. We highly recommend this company.

Sid L.
Jul 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
$5,000
Service was first class and seepage from rainwater completely stopped. Great clean-up after job completed. This was a serious seepage issue that was completely fixed.

Gene O.
Jul 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
$1,500
We had our basement done by American Dry Basement two years ago and it has been a total success. We can store anything there now without worry. It's always dry no matter how torrential the weather outside.

Alfreda G.
Jul 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
$10,000
We endured numerous floods in our basement. At times, the water was over 2 feet deep. I finally had enough and called American Dry Basement Systems. The gentleman that came to my home to inspect my basement was extremely knowledgeable. He explained everything in detail. The work that was done was exactly what was explain to me. Let me tell you, having this system installed was the absolutely best thing I ever did. Since its installation, I haven't had one drop of water in my basement. The first heavy rain, I held my breath and waited. I was so excited to see a completely DRY basement. The previous floods ruined the walls and flooring, as well as furniture and storage items. We even lost our hot water heater and washer and dryer. Since buying this system, I now have a finished basement and no fears of water coming in. I would, and have, recommend American Dry Basement System to everyone. You will absolutely not regret it. It is the best.

Brian M.
Jul 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
$800
Great customer service clean and efficient

John K.
Apr 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
Job done right and efficiently. Costumer service was a+

Farzana H.
Feb 2025
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
$12,000
They did an wonderful job . I have no more water in my basement which I thought was never possible.
Response from American Dry Basement Systems, LLC

"Thank you, Farzana! We're thrilled to hear your basement is now dry and worry-free. Your satisfaction means the world to us, and we're glad we could help solve the problem."


Kevin R.
Jul 2024
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
Yes, I recommend this pro
Came back to fix small issues without additional fee. Very professional

Kurt S.
Apr 2024
5.0
Inspection Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
We just had American Dry Basement install a waterproofing system in our basement. We've had issues with water in our basement and needed a total solution so we can sleep at night and go away without worrying about flooding. Steve T from American Dry came to our house and presented us with what the solution will look like and thoroughly explained the entire process. He also answered all our questions and was always available to talk to. He is extremely knowledgeable and an excellent professional to work with. Then Wilson and his two-man crew came to do the work and they were all professional, extremely hard working and respectful of our home. They always started early and worked all day long to get the job completed. They wrapped up all items that were still exposed after we cleaned out most of our basement, used vacuums and filters to minimize all the dust and left our basement cleaner than it was before. We highly recommend American Dry Basement Systems and we're so happy we chose them over the others we received estimates from. And their price was more than competitive for what we believe is a much better solution.
Response from American Dry Basement Systems, LLC

"Thank you, Kurt and Beth, for sharing your experience. We're so glad to hear that the solution from American Dry Basement Systems has given you peace of mind and that our team's dedication and professionalism made a positive impression. Your feedback is invaluable and helps us improve and serve our customers effectively. We appreciate your recommendation and are thrilled to have been able to assist you!"


Rosario L.
Oct 2023
1.0
Inspection Service
$13,745
I hired American dry basement systems to waterproof my basement. Most of the system worked except for one problem in one area. They came back to try and fix it and the problem still exists. It has been very difficult to contact them as they are not making any effort to return phone calls and text messages. After finally getting in contact with them, I asked them to come back and fix the problem and they are not able to do it in a reasonable amount of time. The job is paid in full and they offered me a time almost a month in advance. None of the other contractors can finish their work in putting my home back together until this is resolved. I have asked to speak to the owner, Peter O'Shea, numerous times with no success. Many phone calls and emails have gone unanswered. My contract says the waterproofing system has a lifetime warranty.
Response from American Dry Basement Systems, LLC

"We truly regret to hear about the issues you've encountered with the waterproofing system in your basement and the subsequent challenges in our communication. Please accept our genuine apology for the inconvenience and distress caused you. We want to acknowledge the persistence of the issue in one area of your basement despite our attempts to fix it. Your expectation of a fully functioning waterproofing system is entirely justified, especially considering your commitment to contracting our services. In the wake of the recent storm, our team has been stretched to its limits, prioritizing emergency cases that threatened property and safety. While this has in no way diminished the importance of your situation, it has unfortunately affected our response times more than we would like to admit. We understand this is not the level of service you expected or deserve, and we are sorry. As for the communication challenges, there is no excuse. We pride ourselves on being responsive, and it is clear in this instance, we fell short. We take full responsibility for not providing you with the timely and clear communication that is a cornerstone of our customer service philosophy. I want to assure you that your message has been escalated to our senior management, including Peter O’Shea, and we are treating this with the urgency it demands. We recognize that the timing offered for the repair does not meet your needs and the impact this has on the other work you have planned for your home. Following your feedback, we have reviewed our customer service processes to ensure that a lapse like this does not occur again. We have completed the repair work as of 10-27-2023, and we hope the solution is now to your satisfaction, honoring not just the lifetime warranty of our system but the trust you have placed in us. We would be very grateful if you could verify the resolution of the issue at your earliest convenience. And if you find it appropriate, we would greatly appreciate it if you could update your review and photos to reflect the completed work. Your experience is a reminder of how essential every single client is to our business and the importance of our commitments. We value your feedback as it allows us to improve and ensure that our services are always up to the high standards that our customers expect. If there is anything further we can do to assist you, or if you wish to discuss this matter personally with Peter O'Shea or any team member, please do not hesitate to reach out. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We look forward to the opportunity to restore your confidence in our services"


Anne B.
Jun 2023
5.0
Inspection Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Let me start by telling you my backstory. I live in a house built in 1929, it has a stone foundation. It wasn't until Hurricane Sandy that I felt the effects of a house that had no waterproofing and we had about three feet of water. We did a little bit of mitigation, and had no more problems for awhile. More recently, NY had five days of non stop rain and the walls in basement and flooring barely held it together. So that's when I knew I really had to do something. Every time we heard the weather report we would keep checking that basement and our little water pump. The water pump did ok, but we had wet vacs and worked like a team, but the water was coming up through the floors. Just a little 2-3 inches can cause so much damage. This is climate change, a lot of my friends were suffering from flooding for the first time and it wasn't going to get any better. So that was it, my husband and I interviewed four different places. They were all professional, but there was something about the detailed 2 hour interview that Scott Cort, one of their top inspectors did with us and we knew that was the place we were going to deal with. Plus he dealt with a multitude of questions from my husband and didn't flinch. He was patient, showed us exactly what they would do to protect the basement from flooding. He saw how stressed I was and just plain tired of this. It was a very comprehensive plan. Scott explained the lifetime warranty. The system is self-cleaning and requires zero maintenance. There is also a clog free guarantee. It included a PITBOSS waterpump with a wifi system and a backup battery in case the power goes out. He also told me that there would be very little dust. And there was very little dust. It only took two full days of his crew working nonstop. I was a bit nervous about cutting the walls, but he picked up the phone every time I called. If he was busy, he texted me right away and got back to me in 30 minutes. (And I call a lot). I am happy with the results. My contractor checked it out and said American Dry did a great job after dropping by to see the results. And most of all, we can sleep when it rains. We are ready!!! By the way, I have never written a review this long, but I needed to shout them out, and it was competitively priced!! Thank you AmericanDry, thank you Scott Cort. It was a pleasure!
Response from American Dry Basement Systems, LLC

"Thank you so much, Anne Marie, for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that Scott and our team were able to give you peace of mind and a comprehensive solution to your waterproofing needs. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns."


Michael T.
Nov 2022
5.0
Inspection Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
The team who waterproofed our basement was very knowledgeable, on time and very very professional. The company overall was a pleasure to work with. The team kept me up to speed on everything and when the job was completed, did an outstanding cleanup. My pumps were totally set up and tested as I looked on. My back up system was set up as well. I have watched all of this company's You Tube videos when doing my research and all work was performed with no corners cut and using the finest of quality material. The warranty is lifetime and transferable. The system is guaranteed not to clog and this means, no Saturday's spent cleaning out the system. Would I reccomend this company and it's staff, you bet I would!! Well worth the money and piece of mind. A very happy customer, Mike "T"

Justin C.
Jan 2022
4.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
Yes, I recommend this pro
I learned a lot at my consultation with ADBS. The technician was really informative, helping me understand the root of the problem is and how to solve it. I ultimately did not book the full basement services due to the lofty price tag but I eventually hope to.

Leila A.
Aug 2021
4.5
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
Yes, I recommend this pro
Great experience receiving the estimate. The job is not yet been completed

Brian B.
Feb 2021
5.0
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace Waterproofing / Encapsulation
Yes, I recommend this pro
$19,000
The crew was knowledgeable and worked REALLY hard. They got here in a blizzard and hit the completion deadline of one week. They will need to come back in the spring to finish the outdoor portion since the ground is frozen. I think the price tag is worth the quality of service.
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Licensing

Licensed*

Trade License Number

HIC.0654483

Trade License Locale

CT

Trade License Expiration

03/31/2026

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FAQ

American Dry Basement Systems, LLC is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
American Dry Basement Systems, LLC accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, American Dry Basement Systems, LLC offers free project estimates.
No, American Dry Basement Systems, LLC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, American Dry Basement Systems, LLC does not offer a senior discount.
No, American Dry Basement Systems, LLC does not offer emergency services.
No, American Dry Basement Systems, LLC does not offer warranties.