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Foundation Recovery Systems
3.8(
348
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Serving Arcola, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We contacted Indiana Foundation for a free inspection of our attached garage that we're turning into a bedroom for our handicapped son. We had several places that leaked where the wall meets the floor. A Mr John Hill did the inspection and then answered all our questions to our satisfaction. He was quite the professional but did not pressure us in any way, like most salesmen do. We decided to go ahead and schedule to get the waterproofing done. The cost was reasonable and it made sense to get it done now rather than wait for more damage to occur, making it more expensive. We look forward to meeting the crew. John Hill came as an inspector and left as a friend. Indiana Foundation is lucky to have him on their team."
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Concrete

+16

186 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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AccuLevel, Inc. - Indiana
3.9(
244
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Serving Arcola, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are very satisfied with their work. Workers were very professional and the hardest working group I have ever seen. They installed an under the floor drainage system along a 60 foot basement wall. We have had no water on our basement floor since it was installed 2 months ago. We have had multiple downpours since then. We had water on our basement floor every time it rained before their installation. We highly recommend them."
 Commercial work
Wall Anchors
 Commercial work
Exterior Foundation Repair
  Commercial work

+26

294 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Effingham Foundation Systems
5.0(
3
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Serving Arcola, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My home (crawlspace) was inspected recently by Foundation Recovery Systems. We were given very helpful information on improving our situation with waterproofing/encapsulation of the space. The owner was professional with his presentation/service. We were very satisfied."
Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AOM Remodeling and Restoration
4.6(
52
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Serving Arcola, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David gave me what I thought was a fair price for the work to be done. He asked for 1/2 up front. As a previous small business owner I did not feel this was unreasonable so I paid him 500.00. He estimated the work would take 3 to four days and I thought the same. After several no shows the "mason" showed up. The first clue was he came in a car. According to my wife he was here 2 hours and left, came back for another 2 hours the next day and left again. He said nothing to my wife about leaving or when he would be back. David called a day later to ask about coming out to look over the job and get the rest of the other 500.00. I said he isn't finished and he's only been here 4 hours. So then I looked up the prevailing wage in IL for a mason and found out it is 28.50 an hour. The next day the guy comes back for another 3 hours. David came to look at the work and I walked him around and showed him all of the places that had not been done. So the guy comes back again for about an hour. All told it was 8 hours work, nothing to write home about but it was agreed up front that I wasn't looking for an exposed brick look. I need it tuck pointed well enough so that I could drylock and paint the exposed brick. I will say this was done in the end. The worker left a mess that I and my wife had to clean up, I pointed this out to David as well. I told him I felt he was overly paid for the amount of work preformed and that was the end of it. It's really to bad. It's difficult to get contractors to do small jobs and I had plenty for him to do. I'm not unhappy, just would not hire again"
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tan and white trim room
blue and white trim room

+5

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Champaign-Urbana
4.4(
33
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Serving Arcola, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service technician (Anthony) was very professional. He was polite and listened to my concerns prior to performing an inspection/estimate of my crawlspace sump pump areas (2). The work performed by Anthony was outstanding. I would definitely hire Mr. Rooter again."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Wren Works construction
3.9(
5
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Serving Arcola, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Deck Medic comes to you with over 10 years of professional experience in the industry. A quality customer experience is our number one goal. Large to small we do it all. Customer satisfaction is guaranteed.

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OUR WORK
OUR WORK
OUR WORK
OUR WORK

+1

Response time40 mins
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Mold and other fungi love moisture, so the best way to prevent mold growth after water damage is to remove as much moisture as possible. First, find the source of the water or moisture, such as a leak or clogged gutters, and correct the problem. Next, remove standing water, vacuum up puddles with a shop vacuum, and run blower fans and dehumidifiers for 24 to 72 hours. Once you've removed all traces of moisture, disinfect the area using either vinegar or bleach to kill any remaining mold spores.

The process might take a few days to a week, depending on the method chosen, area size, and weather conditions. Some solutions, like simple interior sealants, may require less time.

You’ll need to reseal the foundation every five to 10 years, depending on the sealant you’ve used, the moisture conditions present in and around your home, and the condition of your foundation. Having a foundation inspection conducted before reapplication can help you catch any problems before you begin resealing. Of course, if you notice any new leaks or other moisture problems at any time, it may be necessary to reseal the foundation sooner.

Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they’ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.

Yes, it is possible to over-dehumidify a house by removing too much moisture from the air. This can create an overly dry environment that negatively affects those with respiratory or skin issues, and may cause your skin, hair, and sinuses to feel dry. However, this is unlikely to happen with most modern dehumidifiers, as they are equipped with moisture sensors and adjustable settings. These features allow the unit to pause automatically when the desired humidity level is reached, preventing the air from becoming uncomfortably dry. In contrast, older or more basic dehumidifiers left running for too long could potentially over-dry the air. To avoid this, aim for a balance between removing excess moisture and maintaining a comfortable environment. You can often monitor your home's humidity levels using a modern thermostat for guidance.

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