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Mid America Basement Systems
3.8(
67
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Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Highly recommend this company if you need any basement waterproofing done, Very efficient and polite! They came out early morning and stayed to finish project till 8:30 pm; also never took any lunch or breaks! 125% satisfied"
Crawl Space Before
Crawlspace After
Crawlspace in Progress
Taking care to keep the space clean.
Before Concrete Leveling

+41

Response time1 day
77 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
4.6(
40
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Serving Waterloo, 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

243 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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DBI Foundation Repair
3.8(
16
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Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew was absolutely amazing! Very impressed with how professional, polite, and personable they all were. The management and crews are top notch! Management answered all the questions I had, walked me through what steps they were going to take to get things done. Dustin was extremely thorough, knowledgable, and took time to explain the recommended systems. I will 100% be utilizing them in the future strictly based on the level of trust and quality he presented! His communication was fantastic, they always arrived on time. They were careful with the property, always cleaned up when they were done. I will absolutely hire them again to complete any future foundation/basement work and I will absolutely recommend this company without reservation or hesitation. They stand behind their work."
After the egress window installation
Before the foundation replacement
Before the egress window installation
The final work
Foundation
Replacement

+26

28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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AccuLevel, Inc. - Iowa
4.0(
215
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Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is a great company to use in making a 141 year old basement waterproof. I look foreward to having a waterproo basemant. Craig was pleasant and went the extra mile to make the experience great."
Wall Anchors
Exterior Foundation Repair
Helical Pier Installation
Basement Carbon Fiber Strap Repair AFTER
Horizontal Crack Bowed Walls BEFORE

+21

Response time9 hrs
194 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Thrasher Foundation Repair – Des Moines
3.8(
34
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Serving Waterloo, 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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Midwest Basements, LLC
4.0(
4
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Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Midwest Basements LLC should be your first choice when it comes to any of your foundation needs. We take the same pride in our work as you do in your own home. Please call and ask about our in house financing and our emergency response service. Thank You!

Crawl Space
Ramp & Door
Digging out
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Westendorf Earth Moving
5.0(
3
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Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Credit card accepted

At Westendorf Earth Moving, LLC, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch land clearing and earth moving services. Our small business ensures personalized attention with minimal red tape. With over ten years of experience, our owner-operator is always on-site, guaranteeing the job is done right the first time. We’re fully licensed and insured, providing you with confidence in our capabilities. Our commitment to great customer service sets us apart, making us a trusted choice in the industry.

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+21

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Several types of insulation are effective for crawl spaces, with spray foam and rigid foam boards being two of the best options. Closed-cell spray foam insulation is a strong choice because it effectively repels moisture, resists biological growth, seals the air, and provides excellent thermal protection, especially in hard-to-reach areas. Rigid foam insulation boards are another excellent material as they insulate well, resist water damage, and will not settle over time like fiberglass or cellulose.

Covering the dirt floor in your crawl space with a vapor barrier helps insulate the space and improve the air quality in your home. It protects your crawl space from pest infestations, excess moisture, and mold growth. It also makes the crawl space less dusty, which means there’s a lower chance of dust mites breeding and causing allergic reactions in your home.

If there is standing liquid on your concrete, remove it before attempting any of the above cleaning methods. For small amounts of water, use rags, a bucket, and a mop. For larger areas of liquid, lay down cat litter or baking soda to soak up the water first. If you have extremely large pools of water sitting on your concrete, break out the wet vac and get to work.

Yes, outside leaks can easily cause damage to your home if you don’t have waterproofing measures in place. Regularly check your property for signs of a leak, ensure your home’s landscaping is at least at a 5% slope, your basement windows are sealed, and you have an aligned gutter system to catch rainwater.

Many prevention methods can be used individually or in combination to waterproof your basement. Some of the most common waterproofing methods include:

  • Using dehumidifiers 

  • Silicate concrete sealers

  • Vapor barriers 

  • Baseboard channels 

  • Drain tile systems

  • Waterproofing paint

  • Drainage systems

  • Epoxy injection

  • Interior French drains

  • Exterior excavation and waterproofing

  • Cement waterproofing

  • Weep tiles

  • Liquid membrane

  • Sheet membrane 

  • Yard grading

  • Gutters and downspouts

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