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Avatar for U.S. Waterproofing
U.S. Waterproofing
4.2(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1957

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My sump pump goes off all the time; I think there is a natural spring around my house. Joe Silverberg, my local U.S. Waterproofing rep., has been wonderful in advising me on my sump pump replacement, (which works beautifully by the way and gives me so much peace of mind!), and on sealing cracks in my basement walls. Whenever I have needed him, Joe comes over right away to address the situation. I highly recommend Joe and U.S. Waterproofing, who does excellent work and stands by that work!"
Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation
Basement Waterproofing
Basement Waterproofing
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Ulb-Dry Waterproofing Inc
4.9(
130
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I just bought a house in Glenview. I was looking for a company that could install a drainage solution to one side of my house. The grade runs towards the north side of the house causing excess water runoff and potential seepage into the basement. I did my research and found ULB-DRY Waterproofing. I have to say that the entire process was absolutely flawless. Their estimator came out to assess the situation and provide solutions. They had to come out a second time to perform a site survey to make sure their solution would work properly (making sure there was enough pitch from the front of the property to the back to drain the water). Once everything was assessed we scheduled a day for their crew to come out to perform the work (installing a french drain to move excess water build up away from the side of the house). They also connected one of my gutter downspouts to the pipe to drain that water away also. The crew was very professional, hard working, and technically sound. Not many companies have all these attributes. They really knew what they were doing. This company is awesome."
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Clean Wall crack

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32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Perma-Seal Basement Systems
4.4(
1,517
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I must say Victor and his team of professionals from Perma Seal did an emaculent job, explained every little detail to my understanding and l didn't have to keep asking questions..l would definitely recommend him and his team to anyone who needs their home waterproofed, and l will request him and his team if l ever need similar work again..5 STARS TO VICTOR AND HIS TEAM*****"
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Blower door test
Old insulation removal
New blown insulation
Perma-Seal Attic Insulation

+48

54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Everseal Basement, Inc.
4.5(
130
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ever seal did a fantastic job figuring out what my problem was, quoting a decent price and fixing my problem. I highly recommend them for wAterproofing; I'm only sorry I didn't call them earlier."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atlas Restoration LLC
4.6(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From initial call for an estimate, home visit with estimator, time frame awaiting service to be done and finally the end result - fantastic.  Attentive appointment maker, knowledgeable estimator, courteous calls to remind of service pending, professional workmanship day of service.  Couldn't have asked for better service.  The best part was our recent rain storms that put our basement to the test 8 months after waterproofing/crack repair.  No water anywhere in the basement.  Thank you Atlas!  We have referred others to your service.
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Sump Pump Installation
Foundation Repair
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Sump Pump Installation
Crawl Space Encapsulation

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16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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The Real Seal LLC
5.0(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My husband and I had a wonderful experience with The Real Seal in July 2024. They fixed a bowing foundation and waterproofed the basement for future finishing. Their team was prompt, respectful, organized and thoroughly educated us on the drainage tile system, installation process and prevention. Thank you, Real Seal for being the flawless first step to our dream basement/family space!"
Before and After Crack Repair
I Beam Supports
Polyjacking in Darien
Our Carbon Fiber Straps Repair Before, During, and After
Crack repaired with Carbon Fiber Staples

+39

294 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Best Solutions Basement Repairs & Waterproofing
5.0(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Real Seal, LLC
4.5(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I worked with Austin Werner at Real Seal to get some basement sump pump work done. He came out initially and gave me a quote and different options for my basement sump pump. He was very knowledgeable and gave pros and cons of different options. The quote was priced very fairly. They were able to get us on the schedule quickly. On the day off, the Real Seal technician called me the morning to let me know what time they would be here. The job was done very professionally and they answered all my questions. They cleaned up after the install. Highly recommended."
 Interior Foundation Crack Repair
Exterior Drain Tile System
 PHCC 1730 Battery Backup System w/ 1033 sump pump
 Interior Foundation Crack Repair
Cut-out of Interior Drain Tile System

+74

Response time9 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
A-1 Patrick's Sewer & Pipe Services
4.6(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We called Patrick to fix a sewer smell in our basement. After digging out a section of the floor, he found a pipe installed by the previous owner that had never been correctly attached to the sewer main. He and his crew worked on a Friday and Saturday to fix the issue. They jackhammered out the floor, dug up the old pipe and replaced it. Patrick was very attentive and showed me all the steps he was taking, carefully explaining everything that needed to be done. Cleaned up afterward and finished the job without issue. Highly recommended."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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SewerServ Drain Solutions
5.0(
34
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Frank did an amazing job during our plumbing crisis. Our basement sewage ejector pump had burned out, causing a backup of waste. Frank and his brother heroically cleared out the waste and replaced the pump with a model better suited for the job. They were quick, friendly, and transparent through the entire process and their pricing is fair and straightforward. I definitely recommend calling Frank and SewerServ for any plumbing needs."
Response time3 hrs
65 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

A moisture or vapor barrier helps separate the warm air inside your home from the cold air outside of it. Without it, your walls could collect condensation, mold, or other damage. Check your local building codes to see if including an interior vapor barrier is necessary for your building project or renovation, especially for rooms that are likely to be humid, like bathrooms.

Mold and mildew are the things in basements that actually cause the musty odors, but moisture is the underlying issue that causes mold and mildew growth. Addressing moisture and water problems and then removing materials that are moldy are some of the best ways to get rid of the musty odors. Preventive measures after that—like installing air fresheners and a dehumidifier—can help keep musty odors from returning.

Generally, moisture barrier padding costs $0.75 to $1.50 per square foot, varying by brand and mix. That’s a lot more than standard padding, which runs $0.25 to $0.90 per square foot. The price difference between these two options might seem steep, but think of it as insurance against future carpet replacement costs and subfloor damage. If you have pets or kids, that extra investment in high-risk areas like your living room often pays off.

Brick is designed to absorb moisture, but it is also designed to let it evaporate as well. So in general, the goal shouldn’t necessarily be keeping moisture out but making sure it has the room to breathe. If you have excess moisture getting through your brick wall, it’s more likely that you have a crack or other issue at play that a typical sealant won’t fix. So, instead of investing in sealant, try repairing your brick wall instead.

Yes, you can finish a basement that leaks, as long as you address the leak first. Before finishing a basement, you’ll need to repair any cracks in the walls and waterproof the basement to prevent future leaks. It’s much harder to clean up a water leak from a finished basement than an unfinished one, so preemptively addressing any leaking areas prevents expensive repairs in the future.

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