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Sure Dry Waterproofing
4.8(
97
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Serving Buffalo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My wife and I contacted Don Felton using Home Advisor, Don was the only contractor who listened to us and understood what we needed to fix our drainage problem! Don and his crew put in a French drain in our yard, so that water can drain away from around our window wells and keep them from filling with water! After Don left you could hardly tell that they were here except for where we asked them to put the excess dirt in a low spot in our yard. His workers even removed the rocks from the dirt and racked it level! I highly recommend Sure Dry Waterproofing (Donald Felton) Very professional and a Great person to work with! Don also installed a new sump pump in our basement at a very reasonable price and gave us a 5 year warranty on it (the manufacturer only gives you 3 years)!"
Response time6 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Greentree Waterproofing Inc
4.7(
83
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Serving Buffalo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the work done by Greentree Waterproofing and would recommend them to anyone. They were very responsive. I called on a Monday morning after having water in our basement since the previous Saturday and within two hours an inspector was at our home to give us an estimate on the work needed. A crew arrived the following Monday and by Wednesday afternoon the work was done. Previous to this work being done, we always had water in our sump pump and it ran almost daily. Since Greentree did their work, we haven't heard the sump run and the pit is dry. Very impressed with the work and would use them again."
Types of Foundations
Egress Window Installation
Exposed Sub Floor Drainage System
Escavating a leaking wall
Sump Pump and Pit installations

+2

Response time10 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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AccuLevel, Inc. - Rochelle
3.9(
231
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Serving Buffalo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I did not hire them but may do so if am unable to get Cincinnati Basement Waterproofing to perform warranty work. Rep was very professional, gave good recommendations and pricing."
Basement Waterproofing and Drainage Channels
Drainage Channel Install
Dimple Board and Drainage Channel Install
Dimple Board Closeup Example
Cross Section Example Waterproofing Installation

+19

66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Foundation Recovery Systems
3.8(
343
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Serving Buffalo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Concrete

+16

152 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

In perfect conditions—meaning, no overexposure to the elements without roofing material on top of it—an ice and water shield can last for decades. In fact, many come with a limited lifetime warranty because they should last for a long time. If, however, the membrane is exposed to the elements during building or if there is a delay in installing the roofing material, it might only last up to 180 days if exposed to the elements. The key is to make it a layer of protection and then protect that layer by installing the roofing.

Some basement waterproofing methods can actually cause your water or moisture problems to get worse, which is why it’s so important to call in a professional who knows how to solve your underlying issue and use the appropriate waterproofing methods. An example of this would be applying latex waterproofing paint to the insides of your basement walls without fixing the water issue outside. Doing so can trap moisture in the basement walls, which can promote mold growth, peeling paint, and even damaged concrete. However, when done by a professional, the only downside to basement waterproofing is the up-front cost.

Periodic inspections and addressing drainage issues prevent further damage.

Make sure you're calling in the right expert to help repair and/or clean your crawl space. A serious issue may require multiple experts that include a local mold remediation pro, an HVAC pro, a foundation pro, and a plumber. You should also consider using a nearby junk removal service to avoid handling debris that could be covered in mold, fungi, rot, or asbestos.

You can DIY basement waterproofing in some ways to help save on the overall costs. If your basement isn’t experiencing a lot of water but is noticeably humid, you can try running a dehumidifier that will pull the excess water out of the air. If you notice water leaking due to outdoor drainage issues, you can add downspout extensions to keep rainwater away from your home. 

However, if the problem is more severe and requires a more extensive solution, it’s best to call a basement waterproofing professional to assess the treatment you need and install waterproofing safeguards properly. Since keeping water out of your basement is important, ensuring this job is done correctly the first time is best.

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