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"Good work in general; our basement no longer sees water for over 3 years now, which is the most important thing. But there were some real issues: The biggest issue is that USW did not adhere to local electrical codes, and did not arrange for a final inspection of the project. So we didn't find out that it wasn't to code until years later, and now it's a big hassle and minor cost to fix and get the permits. Ask your local gov yourself what you need to do for permits and inspections; don't rely on USW! USW said they would seal any foundation cracks found along the way; they didn't do this until I bugged the warranty dept about it (but they did do it eventually). USW sent someone out for the "annual checkup"... over 2 years after the install. It's a good thing they (eventually) did, because they discovered the backup battery wasn't charging. Now I know to check this stuff better myself. Prices also vary wildly and are kind of negotiable (I'd give more detail but I'm out of space)"

Andrew D on October 2023

Basement waterproofing and foundation repair company. Family operated since 1957 with over 500,000 dry basements. Free consultations. Lifetime warranties available. Award winning company.

"Good work in general; our basement no longer sees water for over 3 years now, which is the most important thing. But there were some real issues: The biggest issue is that USW did not adhere to local electrical codes, and did not arrange for a final inspection of the project. So we didn't find out that it wasn't to code until years later, and now it's a big hassle and minor cost to fix and get the permits. Ask your local gov yourself what you need to do for permits and inspections; don't rely on USW! USW said they would seal any foundation cracks found along the way; they didn't do this until I bugged the warranty dept about it (but they did do it eventually). USW sent someone out for the "annual checkup"... over 2 years after the install. It's a good thing they (eventually) did, because they discovered the backup battery wasn't charging. Now I know to check this stuff better myself. Prices also vary wildly and are kind of negotiable (I'd give more detail but I'm out of space)"

Andrew D on October 2023


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Mid America Basement Systems

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Mid America Basement Systems

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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
95 local quotes requested
35 years of experience

Got water in your basement? Dealing with a leaky foundation or a wet crawl space? At MidAmerica Basement Systems, we've got you covered. We offer effective solutions to dry out your wet basement, fix your crawl space, and restore the structural integrity of your home. We also specialize in installing seamless gutters to redirect water away from your foundation and provide expert concrete repair to fix cracked walkways, patios, and more. Call us today to find out how we can help! We look forward to earning your business.

"Great communication and timely work"

Robert S on October 2025

Got water in your basement? Dealing with a leaky foundation or a wet crawl space? At MidAmerica Basement Systems, we've got you covered. We offer effective solutions to dry out your wet basement, fix your crawl space, and restore the structural integrity of your home. We also specialize in installing seamless gutters to redirect water away from your foundation and provide expert concrete repair to fix cracked walkways, patios, and more. Call us today to find out how we can help! We look forward to earning your business.

"Great communication and timely work"

Robert S on October 2025


VJF Contracting

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VJF Contracting

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

VJF Contracting is your one stop shop for all of your electrical projects! Offering services like: house rewiring, electrical panels, underground wiring, whole house generators, lighting, and Much more! VJF Contracting is a residential and commercial company! No job to big or small!

"It went very well."

Kenneth K on March 2023

VJF Contracting is your one stop shop for all of your electrical projects! Offering services like: house rewiring, electrical panels, underground wiring, whole house generators, lighting, and Much more! VJF Contracting is a residential and commercial company! No job to big or small!

"It went very well."

Kenneth K on March 2023


Force Basements

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Force Basements

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Force Basements locally owned and operated in Pekin, IL provides trusted and local basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and crawl space repair services across central Illinois and the Quad Cities areas. We specialize in helping home and business owners solve foundation problems, sinking concrete, basement waterproofing problems, and more. Our team works with homeowners in Pekin, Bloomington, Normal, Davenport, Rock Island, and the surrounding areas

Force Basements locally owned and operated in Pekin, IL provides trusted and local basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and crawl space repair services across central Illinois and the Quad Cities areas. We specialize in helping home and business owners solve foundation problems, sinking concrete, basement waterproofing problems, and more. Our team works with homeowners in Pekin, Bloomington, Normal, Davenport, Rock Island, and the surrounding areas




R and R Concrete Solutions

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R and R Concrete Solutions

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Concrete leveling, resurfacing, epoxy flooring and more in the Northern Illinois area!  R and R Concrete Solutions is a family owned and operated business serving the north central Illinois area. We specialize in raising settled concrete and installing a new decorative concrete coating to existing concrete. We work on driveways, patios, porches, sidewalks, steps, stoops, garage floors, basement floors, shop floors, show room floors, and more. We provide free onsite estimates and are fully insured. We provide a solution for concrete problems and at a fair competitive price. We have a good referral history which generates a lot of business for us. Give us a call today to see what we can do for you or your business. * Slabjacking/ mudjacking/ concrete leveling * Epoxy Garage Flooring * Decorative Coating options for porches, patios, sidewalks swimming pools, garage floors, basement floors etc * Decorative Concrete * Wood Look Concrete * Pressure Washing / Sealing

"Very happy with the end results and they had to raise it a lot."

Donna H on August 2019

Concrete leveling, resurfacing, epoxy flooring and more in the Northern Illinois area!  R and R Concrete Solutions is a family owned and operated business serving the north central Illinois area. We specialize in raising settled concrete and installing a new decorative concrete coating to existing concrete. We work on driveways, patios, porches, sidewalks, steps, stoops, garage floors, basement floors, shop floors, show room floors, and more. We provide free onsite estimates and are fully insured. We provide a solution for concrete problems and at a fair competitive price. We have a good referral history which generates a lot of business for us. Give us a call today to see what we can do for you or your business. * Slabjacking/ mudjacking/ concrete leveling * Epoxy Garage Flooring * Decorative Coating options for porches, patios, sidewalks swimming pools, garage floors, basement floors etc * Decorative Concrete * Wood Look Concrete * Pressure Washing / Sealing

"Very happy with the end results and they had to raise it a lot."

Donna H on August 2019


"We are so impressed with Everseal. They installed a sump pump and interior drainage tiles in our basement in March of 2021. The job took only four days. The employees worked extremely hard to install the pump, interior drain tiles and window well drains. The young men, who removed debris from the basement in buckets and returned with fresh cement, literally ran in and out of the house to complete the job. They were amazing. They then brought their own hose to wash down any residue on our sidewalk and driveway. They took great care to keep the dirt and dust to a minimum. As they broke up the concrete floor, they used a powerful exhaust fan that vented to the outside through one of our basement windows. For additional protection, they wrapped the furnace with plastic sheets and hung plastic sheets around the basement enclosing the work area. They then made a tunnel with plastic from the basement door to the upstairs front door. Yes, there was dust that reached the upstairs. But, without their careful concern for our home, it could have been much worse. After the project was finished, we washed our walls upstairs and they were fine. The dust that reached the upstairs was easily cleaned.   They were price competitive and always went the extra mile to answer our questions.  A month after the installation, they returned to install a gasket and aluminum strips around the flange in the area where we do occasional woodworking. They did not charge for this service. And, they kept a vacuum operating to capture the dust while they were drilling the small holes in the concrete. The results look great. They also removed their shoes before entering our home and then wore booties to keep the dirt in the basement. Again, it is their attention to detail that sets them apart from others.  Everseal is a top notch company and deserves an A++ rating!"

Edward S on April 2021

basement waterproofing

"We are so impressed with Everseal. They installed a sump pump and interior drainage tiles in our basement in March of 2021. The job took only four days. The employees worked extremely hard to install the pump, interior drain tiles and window well drains. The young men, who removed debris from the basement in buckets and returned with fresh cement, literally ran in and out of the house to complete the job. They were amazing. They then brought their own hose to wash down any residue on our sidewalk and driveway. They took great care to keep the dirt and dust to a minimum. As they broke up the concrete floor, they used a powerful exhaust fan that vented to the outside through one of our basement windows. For additional protection, they wrapped the furnace with plastic sheets and hung plastic sheets around the basement enclosing the work area. They then made a tunnel with plastic from the basement door to the upstairs front door. Yes, there was dust that reached the upstairs. But, without their careful concern for our home, it could have been much worse. After the project was finished, we washed our walls upstairs and they were fine. The dust that reached the upstairs was easily cleaned.   They were price competitive and always went the extra mile to answer our questions.  A month after the installation, they returned to install a gasket and aluminum strips around the flange in the area where we do occasional woodworking. They did not charge for this service. And, they kept a vacuum operating to capture the dust while they were drilling the small holes in the concrete. The results look great. They also removed their shoes before entering our home and then wore booties to keep the dirt in the basement. Again, it is their attention to detail that sets them apart from others.  Everseal is a top notch company and deserves an A++ rating!"

Edward S on April 2021



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CAPTAIN'S CONCRETE AND CONSTRUCTION

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CAPTAIN'S CONCRETE AND CONSTRUCTION

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35 years of experience

Our happy and satisfied customers recommend us to their friends and family all the time. We are proud of our reputation and we feel it has been well earned. We are also happy that we can help you feel good knowing that you are working with a reputable company that stands behind its products and services.

Our happy and satisfied customers recommend us to their friends and family all the time. We are proud of our reputation and we feel it has been well earned. We are also happy that we can help you feel good knowing that you are working with a reputable company that stands behind its products and services.

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Foundation Repair questions, answered by experts

Concrete can crack from general wear, improper installation, or in response to uneven support from the soil underneath. Small, thin cracks on the surface of aging concrete are usually a result of normal wear and tear, while cracks on new concrete more likely indicate a problem with installation. Larger cracks or uneven steps can signify a much more severe issue. A concrete contractor should be able to diagnose the cause and repair concrete cracks for you.

Most single-story homes don't have foundations strong enough to support a second story, but they can be reinforced for an addition. A structural engineer can assess your foundation and what needs to be done to get it ready. They'll look at any cracks or unevenness in your current foundation and consider any special framing or beams your home needs, especially if it’s in a high-wind or hurricane area.

“To support a second story, many structural engineers will require that you install additional concrete piers in the crawlspace,” says Tschudi. “This involves hand excavating, pouring a large concrete footing—usually with specially coated rebar—and then building concrete piers right up to the girders.”

The best foundation repair method will depend on the issue you’re having, but usually, foundation instability is best fixed using supportive piers, like steel piers or helical piers. A professional foundation repair contractor or structural engineer should always decide what the best course of action is, and even then, it’s imperative that you also take measures to treat the underlying issue as well, like soil erosion or oversaturation from runoff.

Sometimes cracked brick can mean a foundation problem, such as when the crack appears indoors and is vertical, or long horizontal cracks either inside or outside. If the crack widens at the top, then it’s safe to assume there is structural damage. Other things to look for are uneven floors, diagonal cracks indoors, and doors and windows that stick.

Yes, engineers assess soil load-bearing capacity and provide construction guidelines.

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