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Foundation Recovery Systems
4.6(
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Serving Gilbert, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A wonderful job! I was worried about the basement wall and the inspector noticed 3 boards in the floor that also needed attention! They also fixed them"
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

230 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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BAM! Basements and Masons Of Des Moines
4.1(
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Serving Gilbert, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Have not completed project yet. Mostly done and should finish up this week. No problems with the work except thought they could of been a little more precise with cutting studs and Sheetrock instead of rough cutting. No matter it all comes out okay in the finished project. Nice people to work with and will use them again if needed in the future!"
Egress window installs
Egress window installs
Egress window installs
Egress window installs
Egress window installs

+16

Response time1 day
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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AccuLevel, Inc. - Iowa
4.0(
215
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Serving Gilbert, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They are great to work with. Communication was superior. They stand by their work. A few years ago I had waterproofing done in my basement and this time they spray foamed the cavities of the basement too. Both times they did awesome work and cleaned up too! I highly recommend this company!"
Wall Anchors
Exterior Foundation Repair
Helical Pier Installation
Basement Carbon Fiber Strap Repair AFTER
Horizontal Crack Bowed Walls BEFORE

+21

Response time9 hrs
170 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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HT Plumbing
New to Angi

Serving Gilbert, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 30 years of experience serving the Ames area, HT Plumbing is your solution for all your Plumbing needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Call us today! Satisfaction guaranteed.

The Fountain
Response time2 days
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ANCHORED WALLS
4.7(
19
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Serving Gilbert, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Credit card accepted

"Anchored Walls made it easy to get the work completed. Estimate was done quickly and professionally. I spoke with 2 other companies who were impossible to chase down for estimates. Anchored Walls always answered their phones and made the entire process stress free. Would recommend and use again, need be.
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+2

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Dry Basement, Inc.
3.9(
27
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Serving Gilbert, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This pro came to our home and was honest in our need to be able to complete this repair ourselves. He also showed us 2 other places in our basement to address. He was on time and professional."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Thrasher Foundation Repair – Des Moines
3.9(
33
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Serving Gilbert, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had multiple companies who come out and they were the one who had the best presentation. The price was very comparable and the work was great. They did a great job completing the work within the time frame and cleaning up."
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+11

Response time12 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

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.

Below-ground shelters are the best in terms of durability, but there is a risk of flooding and obstruction. Modern technology and rigorous construction requirements make above-ground shelters a better option for accessibility, safety, and, usually, your budget. They may not have the same aesthetic appeal, but many of their features make above-ground shelters a better option. 

As the first layer of water protection for your roof deck and the building materials below, underlayment is designed to prevent water damage, so it’s okay if it gets wet. However, you shouldn’t rely solely on underlayment for protection. If rain interrupts your roof project and you have all of the underlayment down, you’ll likely be fine, but you should install shingles over that layer as soon as possible, as long-term exposure can lead to water damage.

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.

It’s not the number of weep holes that should be of concern to builders but rather their spacing. Weep holes are usually spaced anywhere between 16 inches on center when using round tubes or wicking materials and 24 inches on center when using open-head joints. This is a more conservative spacing than the 33-inch maximum spacing on center that’s mentioned in the International Residential Code. All in all, the total number of weep holes a brick exterior should have will depend on the size of the structure.

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