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Q: What are the disadvantages of a walkout basement?

• <div><p>Walkout basements cost more than other kinds of basements, and can also increase your risk of leaks as well as a loss of insulation, leading to higher heating and cooling costs. Improperly installed walkout basements may lead to structural issues with your foundation, so ensure you&rsquo;re working with a contractor who has extensive experience with this kind of basement. </p></div>

Q: Does everything get wet in a wet room?

• <div><p>No, everything doesn&rsquo;t get wet if the bathroom is well-designed and the fixtures are properly installed. It&rsquo;s important that the floor of a wet room drains correctly, and proper waterproofing and slip-resistant flooring are used to avoid creating slipping hazards. Since the shower isn&rsquo;t housed in an enclosed space, you&rsquo;ll need to make sure the towel rack and toilet paper holder are placed in areas where they won&rsquo;t get wet. </p></div>

Q: Is it okay for a crawl space to be wet?

• <div><p>No, you don&rsquo;t want your crawl space to be wet because water and even moisture in the air under your home can attract insects and rodents, decrease your indoor air quality, increase your energy bills, promote mold growth, and even lead to structural damage. If you notice any signs of water or humidity in your crawl space, you should get the issues addressed immediately by contacting a professional. They can remove moisture and will know <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-waterproof-your-basement.htm">how to waterproof your basement</a> to prevent ongoing problems. </p></div>

Q: Do I need a dehumidifier in my encapsulated crawl space?

• <div><p>You don&rsquo;t always need to install a dehumidifier in your encapsulated crawl space, but it might be a good idea in certain instances. If you notice obvious signs of condensation, mold, or musty smells permeating from your crawl space, a dehumidifier can help. It&rsquo;s ideal for homes in humid areas.</p><p>In a worst case scenario, structural damage like rust on metal beams, rotting wood, and swelling on doors and windows can signal moisture problems that would benefit from a dehumidifier.</p></div>

Q: Is it better to have a vented or sealed crawl space?

• <div><p>It is better to have a crawl space that is tailored to the outside temperature, your needs, and the season. For example, it is much better to have a vented space when it&rsquo;s very hot outside and your AC bills are sky-high. Conversely, when the temperature drops and humidity rises, it is almost always better to have your vents shut and covered if possible. </p></div>

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Last update on July 15, 2024

Reviewed in July 2024
Dave Brown and his son came out and gave us a fair estimate for waterproofing part of our basement for water in the pump and watersoftener area. Upon further investigation while having the water tank and softner system moved, realized we had a leak coming in from behind the tank due to a...
Stay Dry Basement Waterproofing, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2023
Northern Epoxy was a very good choice for putting in beautiful and colorful floors in our garage and basement. People in our condo community have admired the job and no one said a negative comment. The benefit of this upgrade is well worth the cost. The employees were always on time, and...
Northern Epoxy Pros LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
Excellent work, very professional and timely. We hired them to replace a subfloor and waterproof vinyl flooring in a mobile home. The results were even better than expected. In addition, they were able to do the job in a very timely manner. Their response time was better than many contractors I...
MFI Flooring Installation
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Reviewed in September 2021
The men working on basement did so in record time. They arrived when they said they would and kept us informed of progress. We would like to thank foremen Darren Sharp, Robet Robley, and Dylan Asbury for there expert help.
Foundation Recovery Systems
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Reviewed in September 2020
We purchased this house in 2015 and had our basement waterproofed in 2016. We have since refinished our basement with peace of mind we will have no water damage in our basement. It was money well spent. We would recommend Ohio State Waterproofing to anyone wanting worry free and dry basements.
Ohio State Home Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2020
For the past several years I have been relying on Earl to maintain my home in Fauquier county. Over the years Mr. Lucas has remodeled and rebuilt our aged deck, remodeled our basement, custom built a shed for storage of firewood, replaced rotten wooden columns and handrail on our front porch,...
Lucas Painting And Home Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2019
Dependable, friendly and courteous. Installed beams and supports in basement. They are hard working individuals and very knowledgeable. I would recommended them and use them again.
Sexton Brothers Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2019
Tom was very professional he did a very very good job. He had good advice on which type of carpet and wood floor to purchase for the remodeling of the basement the installation went smooth
T Nolder Flooring
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Reviewed in January 2017
Excellent! His two technicians arrived right on time and worked pretty much non-stop outside in very cold weather installing the metal barrier around the perimeter of our foundation, caulking openings and sealing up with mortar where needed around the stone and brick crevices. The second day...
Mice Hunters Inc
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Reviewed in January 2016
Despite restrictions by our property mgr., Perfection submitted all required documentation and showed up on time on the date specified. They removed the polypebble surface from our small deck, and, weather permitting, will return to apply waterproofing stain. They cleaned up my downstairs...
Perfection Pressure Washing
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Advanced Environmental Services- Florida

4.6(

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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our experience with this company has been great! We have used their services in the past and was very, very pleased with the work they did for us. Because we were so satisfied with their services, we reached out to them once again to take care of our exterior waterproofing and termite problem. As always, their professionalism is above par. They solved our issues in a timely, thorough and affordable manner. I highly recommend their services to others."

Response time7 hrs

Response rate100%

8 neighbors recently requested a quote

Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Dedicated Professionals and made sure our leak was taken care of."

Response time1 day

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by93%of homeowners

Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had multiple tunnels made by an armadillo under my house concrete slab that went as far as 22 feet. I needed these to be pressure filled before having a new concrete patio poured. They were able to get the job scheduled quickly and completed on time. Blake and Coop (may be spelled wrong) did a professional job. I would highly recommend this company to anyone in need of foundation repair work."

+10

Response time1 day

123 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by82%of homeowners

Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had fascia damage where the sloped roof met the flat roof. They repaired both the damage and repaired the roofs. They showed up as promised on time. They are very careful about cleaning up cleaning both during and after the work."

Response time5 hrs

Response rate100%

15 neighbors recently requested a quote

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JW Solutions LLC

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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Hi, I’m Jay White. I’ve proudly lived in Charlotte County for 45 years. I’m a perfectionist who takes pride in doing things right the first time. I believe in honest work, clear communication, and delivering results my customers can feel confident about.

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BULLFROG MOLD AND WATERPROOFING LLC

5.0(

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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Special thanks to everyone at Bullfrog for helping us understand what needed to be done to finally successfully waterproof our foundation."

+29

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Advanced Environmental Services - Tampa

4.5(

241

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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our experience with this company has been great! We have used their services in the past and was very, very pleased with the work they did for us. Because we were so satisfied with their services, we reached out to them once again to take care of our exterior waterproofing and termite problem. As always, their professionalism is above par. They solved our issues in a timely, thorough and affordable manner. I highly recommend their services to others."

Response time5 hrs

Response rate100%

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

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The Surfin’ Plumbers, Heating & Cooling (FL)

4.5(

994

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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim arrived, was very friendly, performed services rapidly. He informed me of the poor quality of the new water & recommended (with no pressure) a water filter or softener to correct the problem. Tim was outstanding!"

Recommended by89%of homeowners

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CULTIV8 LANDSCAPE SERVICES

4.7(

242

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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The experience was amazing,, the crew was very professional , finished sooner than expected and priced right… my yard is now the envy of my neighborhood They did an outstanding job."

+154

Recommended by94%of homeowners

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Trust EB Plumbing Services

5.0(

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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Ellenton, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The new water heater had a malfunction and flooded the house. They quickly responded and also had the guys that dry out the house was there shortly after that. Without hesitation they paid for a hotel for me and is paying to redo the floors. Anytime I call the owner, that’s who I’m dealing with, he answers. This company is very honest and professional. A lot of companies would go as far as this company has. We also have used then in the past and was very happy then."

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Walkout basements cost more than other kinds of basements, and can also increase your risk of leaks as well as a loss of insulation, leading to higher heating and cooling costs. Improperly installed walkout basements may lead to structural issues with your foundation, so ensure you’re working with a contractor who has extensive experience with this kind of basement.

No, everything doesn’t get wet if the bathroom is well-designed and the fixtures are properly installed. It’s important that the floor of a wet room drains correctly, and proper waterproofing and slip-resistant flooring are used to avoid creating slipping hazards. Since the shower isn’t housed in an enclosed space, you’ll need to make sure the towel rack and toilet paper holder are placed in areas where they won’t get wet.

No, you don’t want your crawl space to be wet because water and even moisture in the air under your home can attract insects and rodents, decrease your indoor air quality, increase your energy bills, promote mold growth, and even lead to structural damage. If you notice any signs of water or humidity in your crawl space, you should get the issues addressed immediately by contacting a professional. They can remove moisture and will know how to waterproof your basement to prevent ongoing problems.

You don’t always need to install a dehumidifier in your encapsulated crawl space, but it might be a good idea in certain instances. If you notice obvious signs of condensation, mold, or musty smells permeating from your crawl space, a dehumidifier can help. It’s ideal for homes in humid areas.

In a worst case scenario, structural damage like rust on metal beams, rotting wood, and swelling on doors and windows can signal moisture problems that would benefit from a dehumidifier.

It is better to have a crawl space that is tailored to the outside temperature, your needs, and the season. For example, it is much better to have a vented space when it’s very hot outside and your AC bills are sky-high. Conversely, when the temperature drops and humidity rises, it is almost always better to have your vents shut and covered if possible.

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