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Avatar for Foundation Recovery Systems
Foundation Recovery Systems
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Melbourne, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Foundation Recovery Systems did a great job raising our front porch and a section of our driveway in the summer of 2023. Today we had a follow-up inspection performed by Ryan Swift, a service technician with the company. Everything is still looking good and Ryan was very thorough and professional while performing and explaining the inspection. I highly recommend Foundation Recovery Systems."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

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366 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
Avatar for Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
5.0(
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Melbourne, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were awesome, everyone from sales to the installers were laid back and professional. There weren't any gimmicks and they had the best quotes and install timelines. Hands down the best experience we had. We had a new A/C, Furnace and water heater all done in 7 hours."
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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ANCHORED WALLS
4.7(
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Melbourne, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Credit card accepted

"From the initial meeting all the way through installation, I cannot say enough about the quality and professionalism of this company. They were on time, on budget, clean and very professional."
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Thrasher Foundation Repair – Des Moines
3.7(
35
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Melbourne, 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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Response time12 hrs
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Jason's Showers
5.0(
6
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Melbourne, IA and surrounding areas

Needing to replace your old shower or tub or need something more accessible? Need your bathroom remodeled? Give us a call. We are based out of Waterloo but gladly service most of eastern Iowa.\n\nWe have installed over 100 showers. We take pride in our work so you can take pride in your home.

Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts

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.

DIY is possible for basic setups. Professional installation ensures proper drainage and reliability.

French drains and yard grading systems are two highly effective ways to fix standing water around the foundation. Since the French drain uses a perforated pipe covered by gravel, you won’t have to worry about water taking the soil away from your foundation. Meanwhile, yard grading levels out the ground to prevent water from gathering around your foundation.

Not all window wells have a formal drain, but they all require a method for water to flow away from the window. Some wells are connected to an interior or exterior drain tile, which is the most effective solution. Others rely on a deep layer of gravel or crushed stone that allows water to filter down into the soil.

However, if a window well lacks a proper drainage system, it can lead to basement seepage, costly water damage, mold growth, and potential foundation damage. This is especially true in areas with heavy rainfall or expansive soil.

If your window well doesn't have a drain or is not draining quickly enough, you have a few options. For gravel-based systems, the stone may have compacted and needs to be improved. For a more robust solution, you can hire a plumber or window installer to connect the well to a drainage system. This can also be a DIY project using a shovel or auger.

Ideally, your sump pump discharge should run down a natural downhill slope 10 to 20 feet away from your home’s foundation. However, if your property is naturally flat, that might not be an option. Instead, you may be able to discharge it into a neighborhood storm drain or a nearby creek or pond. If that’s not possible, consider burying it underground.

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