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Avatar for Basement Waterproofing Nationwide Inc
Basement Waterproofing Nationwide Inc
4.6(
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a huge job. A complete basement waterproofing - new internal drains installed and two new sump pumps installed. The guys were great - came on time worked hard all day and cleaned up after themselves. The only negative was at the completion of work when it was time to pay the amount was less than what was originally quoted. I told the guy that and he insisted that it was what he had. I even showed him the quote on paper. I paid it - glad it was less, but a few days later got a call from the office telling me I needed to pay another $1600 (the difference between the original quoted price and at the time of service price) I told her what the guy told me and she got a little rude saying "well you knew what the quoted price was" - yeah I DID know and was prepared to pay but after install HER guy insisted it was the price he had. I wasn't trying to get out of paying but the confusion on how much it costs was with the people working there. I didn't appreciate her attitude as if I was trying to skimp out of paying. Nevertheless, I ended up with this additional payment. However, the work is supposed to be guaranteed for life. No complaints there."
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Response time2 days
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Basement Gurus, LLC
4.7(
207
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

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Warranties offered

"From start to finish this company gets things done the right way. I would highly recommend to anyone needing any type basement work done especially waterproofing. These guys are the best in the business! Thank you Basement Gurus for my dry basement."
100 Ft 4 inch HDPE to drywell
Concrete Replacement
Egress Installation
Walls After Wall Pin Installation
After Concrete has been removed

+339

Response time1 day
532 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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Warranties offered

"my whole home feels fantastic. very courteous and knowledgeable individuals. I would hire them again for all my basement waterproofing and basement remodeling needs in the future. Its hard to find a family run business with amazing values and professionalism. these guys have it all."
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Tough day
Found it in a crawlspace
What is it?
Found it in a crawlspace

+142

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Basement Waterproofing Specialists
4.0(
596
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a serious basement flooding problem. I had my basement waterproofed 2 times. it didn't work! Basement Waterproofing Specialists installed a commercial drain system and after 2 years I have never had a drop of water they are AMAZING, thank you Basement Waterproofing specialists YOU ARE THE BEST!"
Foundation Repair
 Before and After Stone Work
 Mirra Drain
 Mold Remediation
 Clean Work Areas

+67

Response time11 hrs
156 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Dry Tech Waterproofing Solutions
4.4(
32
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We interviewed several waterproofing companies for installing a French Drain. We are in NE Philly where the water table is so bad. We get water in our basement with nearly every major rainstorm. After 2 storms dumped 7" in 3 hours and another that dumped 4" 2 days later, we'd had enough after 13 years. Ryan came out and did an inspection and showed us what our basement needed and what Dry Tech's installation would do. He answered a lot of questions and did great follow up with us, without being pushy on hiring his company. After meeting with other contractors, we gave them the job. The workers were thorough, courteous and professional. They took all the steps needed to cover and protect our things that were in the basement and cleaned up everything afterwards. The job took 2 days. While I can't YET state how great the drain works, I'm actually looking forward to the next big rainstorm"
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+33

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AVG Waterproofing
4.2(
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had two jobs install a French drain sump pump in my basement and replace concrete in driveway to garage 26 ft by 5 ft and it was all done in a day and a half they cleaned up and left everything neat a crew of seven hard working guys will hire again thank you AVG waterproofing"
Encapsulation
Encapsulation
Basement
Basement
Basement

+11

Response time2 days
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Crawl Space Ninja of Delaware
4.5(
213
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Proudly serving our community since 2006, we create worry-free spaces in your home that are made to last. As a faith-based company, we secure crawlspaces, basements and attics to restore your home to what it is meant to be: healthy air and lasting comfort.

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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.2(
538
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The BQ team is very responsive and knowledgeable. They did a fantastic job waterproofing my basement. They were very professional and finished the job quickly and efficiently. I highly recommend them for any of your basement waterproofing needs."
Protect Your Crawl Space
Protect Your Crawl Space
Protect Your Crawl Space
Correct Your Smelly Crawl Space
Protect Your Crawl Space

+16

325 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Poseidon Plumbing & Home Services, LLC
Poseidon Plumbing & Home Services, LLC
4.6(
236
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Poseidon Plumbing & Home Services is proud to be the team you can truly depend on for reliable plumbing services in Ocean City, Berlin, Salisbury, Millsboro, and the surrounding areas. The plumbing experts take pride in going above and beyond for their customers. From their maintenance plans to affordable financing options through Foundation Finance, you can rest assured they’ll have your plumbing issues resolved right away. Best of all, they don't charge dispatch fees and can provide you with the total cost of your service before beginning any work. Contact their fully licensed and certified plumbers for more information.

Tortilla Shop
Tortilla Shop
Tortilla Shop
Tortilla Shop
Tortilla Shop

+40

Response time5 hrs
306 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for '58 Foundations
'58 Foundations
3.2(
34
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The required fix required that outside trenching be done and B-Dry does not do this type of work. The representative was very knowledgeable about the problem and apologized for not being able to solve the issue. Very much appreciated his honesty."
Crawlspace Encapsulation
Crawlspace Encapsulation
Crawlspace Encapsulation
Crawlspace Encapsulation
Crawlspace Encapsulation

+31

Response time12 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Yes, these services often increase home value by preventing moisture-related issues and enhancing the usable space in basements or crawlspaces.

The least expensive basement waterproofing methods include grading soil away from your home, installing downspout extenders on your gutter system, and applying a waterproof paint on the interior of the foundation walls. Installing a French drain is a relatively inexpensive method if you do the work yourself, although it’s labor-intensive and can be challenging to install properly.

If your basement often leaks after heavy rain, it’s probably caused by hydrostatic pressure. When the ground is saturated with water, it can put pressure on the exterior of your home’s foundation, causing cracks in the basement wall and pushing water through any existing weak spots. Over time, hydrostatic pressure can cause structural damage to your home.

If foundation problems are not fixed, they will likely worsen over time, leading to more complex and expensive repairs. Neglecting a damaged foundation can cause a range of issues, including:

  • Structural Damage: Minor problems like small cracks can escalate into major structural issues. This can damage the house above the foundation and, in severe cases, lead to foundation walls caving in or a total collapse.

  • Water Damage and Pests: Moisture and water intrusion can cause flooding, mold growth, and pest infestations.

  • Health and Safety Risks: Mold can lead to poor indoor air quality and other health risks, while structural instability poses a significant safety hazard.

  • Reduced Home Efficiency: A compromised foundation can negatively impact your home's energy efficiency.

To avoid these escalating problems and costs, it's best to hire a foundation repair company to address any issues as soon as you become aware of them. The earlier problems are discovered and fixed, the lower the repair cost will likely be.

The best basement waterproofing method depends on the specific issue causing the water intrusion. For minor problems, simple solutions like installing a properly functioning gutter system to direct runoff away and grading the soil to slope away from your foundation can be effective.

If you have more significant water problems, the solution will need to be more robust:

  • For standing water on the basement floor, a floor drain or a sump pump system may be the best solution.

  • For water pooling around the foundation, installing an exterior French drain can intercept water before it reaches the basement walls.

Other effective waterproofing methods, which can be used depending on your home's specific needs, climate, and soil type, include sealing the interior walls, landscape alteration, installing interior drainage systems, and using a dehumidification system to control moisture levels.

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