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Avatar for Waterproofing One
Waterproofing One
4.7(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+1 more

Serving Odessa, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent all around experience!!!!!!!! After a series of storms and gradual water soaking our basement carpet several times, I finally called Waterproofing One in April, 2017 after seeing their ad several times on our St. Basil's church bulletin. I spoke initially with the owner-Joe who was helpful and he dispatched Dave Cook who came over within an hour. Dave Cook has been in this business and related utility engineering previously for over 30 years and really knows his stuff. Dave was extremely thorough, spending time in the basement, looking at some pictures I took of the damage and spent a considerable amount of time walking around the exterior of my property and reviewing the landscaping where most problems start. Dave wrote up a report of what work was needed including extending downspouts, recommending we have our contractor add a louvered door at the top of the steps for aeration (a great idea given no windows in basement) , waterproofing the well water closet walls, spraying impacted area for potential mold, and installing a new French drain and sump-pump system with battery backup. Gene and his crew then came over on May 17, 2018 and performed the construction and installation work and did a great job. Those guys worked extremely hard in what is inherently a muddy line of work and were very courteous, professional and left the basement very clean. Gene took extra time to show us exactly what they were doing as they drilled holes into the lower cinder block walls, laying of the perforated pipe and some of the damp mold on the wooded studs he extracted at the impacted area. We paid exactly what Dave originally quoted! Dave Cook came back checked on things and made some other recommendations including adding stones around the foundation outside and in holes to avoid soil erosion and soften the acceleration of rain water into the ground. Once the work was finished and our carpenter redid the walls and painting, We had subsequently refinished the basement with high end vapor/mold resistant padding from Mohawk and a quality polyester carpet. 15 months later and here we are on September 30, 2019 after 50+ rain storms since installation and NO WATER nor Mold issues in the basement!!! We are really enjoying our basement again thanks to WATERPROOFING ONE!!!! 5-STARS!!!!!!!!"
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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Inspired Exteriors, LLC
5.0(
32
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Brick or Stone Siding: Install or Completely Replace

Serving Odessa, DE and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Work was designed/overseen by Inspired Exteriors. This project included the removal of all the old shingles; replacement of several sheets of plywood; the installation of: ice and water shields, sidewall flashing, chimney flashing, & ridge vent; and then the installation of: GAF underlayment, new GAF architectural shingles, and gutter guards. We were extremely pleased with the contractors timely and professional work. Detailed time was taken to assure that our needs & association requirements were met. All work (including dumpster placement & removal) was completed in one day. We highly recommend that Keven Hall of Inspired Exteriors be contacted by homeowners when considering the replacement of their roof. Their work is highly professional and performed at a reasonable price."
Complete Exterior Makeover with Herringbone Siding & Stone Accents
GAF Timberline HD Pewter Gray, Added Ridge Vent
Owens Corning Duration Onyx Black
Owens Corning Duration Pewter Gray
Roofing, Siding, and Gutters

+230

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Crawl Space Ninja of Delaware
4.5(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Odessa, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service technicians showed up when they said they would and took 3 days for the installation. About 2 weeks prior to that Steve visited my house and went over options for installation and came up with a plan and price. The installers kept me engaged in the process and we made decisions for equipment and placement for every piece of hardware. Before they did any drilling, they had me look at the location and my approval first. The only technicians to work like that. Couldn't be happier."
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39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Martin's Home Improvement
Martin's Home Improvement
4.9(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair+3 more

Serving Odessa, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job! Always on time, always were very respectful of our home and of us, and always cleaned up well at the end of each day. We loved working especially with Richard, who is so talented at masonry, woodworking, electrical, plumbing. A master of all things needed to improve our home, incredible work ethics and just so nice to be around. We have had numerous people work on our home over the 29 years we've lived here and no one has done a better job. Thanks to everyone at Martin's Home Improvement. You were a joy to work with and we will definitely use you in the future!"
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+57

Response time9 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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L.A.J.E Bros, LLC
4.9(
38
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Retaining Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Patios, Walks, and Steps - Install

Serving Odessa, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Everything was done quickly and very well and at a very fair price. They were professional and friendly and I appreciated such a great job they did on clearing out a yard and doing the landscaping. Thank you again!!"
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Stamped concrete
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Stamped concrete

+40

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Basement Waterproofing Nationwide Inc
4.6(
183
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - Install+3 more

Serving Odessa, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"they were very professional and completed the work in a timely manner. All debris was cleaned up before leaving our house. Since doing repairs to my basement i called them to work on my mother and sister's house. All of us would not hesitate to recommend them to others and use them again if needed."
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Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Spalling brick is not uncommon, but it does indicate a serious issue. It can be caused by water damage, an intense freeze-thaw cycle, or something else. Painted bricks can be susceptible to spalling, as the paint doesn’t allow the porous material of the brick to breathe, which can trap moisture. Spalling should always be addressed immediately before more serious structural damage occurs.

Yes, it is normal to see some minor hairline cracks in brick or mortar over time, often due to natural foundation settling. However, not all cracks are harmless. You should be concerned and contact a masonry professional for an inspection if you notice cracks that are getting wider or longer, or if new ones keep appearing. Other serious warning signs that can indicate significant structural or foundation damage include large vertical cracks (especially those that widen as they go up), stair-step cracks, L-shaped cracks, and deep horizontal cracks. Factors like temperature changes, moisture, and structural loading can also cause cracks to form or worsen.

A well-made brick wall can last up to 100 years if maintained properly, which includes regularly repairing the mortar every 30 to 50 years. If your brick wall is under 30 years old and is already showing signs of repair, it may be due to poor brickwork and installation. Extreme weather conditions can also accelerate a brick wall’s life span (especially the exterior of a house).

Drilling into brick doesn’t have to be a dangerous project if you prep and approach it with the right tools and techniques, but it does come with risks if it’s not done correctly. It can lead to significant issues, such as damaging the brick or affecting the wall’s structural integrity. Applying too much force can crack or chip the brick, while incorrect placement might compromise its load-bearing strength. 

Painted exterior brick does not usually need sealing. Brick is a porous material, so you don’t want to apply a sealant that could trap moisture inside the bricks and cause erosion and structural damage. The risk of moisture-induced damage after sealing is higher in colder climates where trapped moisture can expand if it freezes. On the other hand, it makes sense to seal really old brick or kitchen backsplashes, where moisture from cooking can weaken the brick.

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