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The Real Seal LLC

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The Real Seal LLC

4.98(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 Super Service Award Recipient. Do we ever stop?? NO! We are an HONEST Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair company with a simple philosophy: Happy Employees Make Happy Customers. Our customer service is second-to-none. Please call our office to schedule an estimate at (847)-769-8240

"Real Seal are very professional. Came out when they said, sent estimate and set up to have work done in a timely matter. The technician sealed two cracks in our foundation crawl space. Did a excellent job and was very friendly and knowledgable. I will be using them again for another crack."

Pat M on December 2024

2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 Super Service Award Recipient. Do we ever stop?? NO! We are an HONEST Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair company with a simple philosophy: Happy Employees Make Happy Customers. Our customer service is second-to-none. Please call our office to schedule an estimate at (847)-769-8240

"Real Seal are very professional. Came out when they said, sent estimate and set up to have work done in a timely matter. The technician sealed two cracks in our foundation crawl space. Did a excellent job and was very friendly and knowledgable. I will be using them again for another crack."

Pat M on December 2024


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JK Company, LLC

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JK Company, LLC

4.98(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

JK Company is a locally owned and family-run company with over 25 years experience. With creativity at the forefront, we design and detail your hardscape items to fit your needs. We specialize in brick driveways and walkways, decks, patios, and pergolas. We also provide irrigation, drainage solutions, and waterproofing, that are signed and sealed and can be permitted. We are extremely dedicated and customer-oriented. We understand the value of building lifelong relationships with our clients. Once you have worked with JK Company, you will never have to seek another contractor again. Workmanship guaranteed. Licensed, bonded and insured. Prompt reply to your requests. Call today for a free estimate.

"Good quality work. Honest people "

Steve D on November 2025

JK Company is a locally owned and family-run company with over 25 years experience. With creativity at the forefront, we design and detail your hardscape items to fit your needs. We specialize in brick driveways and walkways, decks, patios, and pergolas. We also provide irrigation, drainage solutions, and waterproofing, that are signed and sealed and can be permitted. We are extremely dedicated and customer-oriented. We understand the value of building lifelong relationships with our clients. Once you have worked with JK Company, you will never have to seek another contractor again. Workmanship guaranteed. Licensed, bonded and insured. Prompt reply to your requests. Call today for a free estimate.

"Good quality work. Honest people "

Steve D on November 2025


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Ulb-Dry Waterproofing Inc

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Ulb-Dry Waterproofing Inc

4.93(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

With over 25 years experience in all facets of both residential and commercial foundation waterproofing we have developed a reputation as the waterproofer's waterproofer. All work is performed by our own trained technicians and is with unconditional warranty. We use a line of green products. Our technicians are trained to treat your home as if it is their own. Our estimators are trained to prescribe only the repair designed for your individual problem. We will never try to up-sell to a higher-dollar job.

"Very impressive team. They accomplished everything required Very quickly with minimal intrusion. Very polite and professional."

Greg R on July 2025

With over 25 years experience in all facets of both residential and commercial foundation waterproofing we have developed a reputation as the waterproofer's waterproofer. All work is performed by our own trained technicians and is with unconditional warranty. We use a line of green products. Our technicians are trained to treat your home as if it is their own. Our estimators are trained to prescribe only the repair designed for your individual problem. We will never try to up-sell to a higher-dollar job.

"Very impressive team. They accomplished everything required Very quickly with minimal intrusion. Very polite and professional."

Greg R on July 2025


"Excellent honest work!"

Nick O on August 2024

Structural Design Corporation (SDC) is a licensed consulting engineering firm located in Libertyville, Illinois. We have been providing engineering & inspection services since 1979. We are a licensed design firm in the state of Illinois.

"Excellent honest work!"

Nick O on August 2024


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Atlas Restoration LLC

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Atlas Restoration LLC

4.88(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 years of experience

With over 40 years of experience, Atlas Restoration LLC offers a wide variety of the most efficient and cutting-edge waterproofing and foundation repair services throughout the Chicagoland area. Our highly trained team provides exceptional service from your initial call to installation. We guarantee each client a custom job-specific repair solution, ensuring you’re entirely satisfied with the outcome. Contact us today to book your appointment for a free estimate—let's get started on your project!

"it was a difficult job to work through the crawl space and they did a nice job and they cleaned up everything well. they were very nice, helpful people."

Patricia T on November 2025

With over 40 years of experience, Atlas Restoration LLC offers a wide variety of the most efficient and cutting-edge waterproofing and foundation repair services throughout the Chicagoland area. Our highly trained team provides exceptional service from your initial call to installation. We guarantee each client a custom job-specific repair solution, ensuring you’re entirely satisfied with the outcome. Contact us today to book your appointment for a free estimate—let's get started on your project!

"it was a difficult job to work through the crawl space and they did a nice job and they cleaned up everything well. they were very nice, helpful people."

Patricia T on November 2025


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LA Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair

4.95(
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LA Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair

4.95(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

We're a locally owned and operated company with several years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Basement Waterproofing work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Frank C on September 2023

We're a locally owned and operated company with several years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Basement Waterproofing work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Frank C on September 2023


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Perma-Seal Basement Systems

4.55(
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Perma-Seal Basement Systems

4.55(
1,169
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Customers say: Super punctual
47 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Perma-Seal specializes in protecting the value of your home backed by 45 years of serving the Chicagoland and NW Indiana areas. Our basement waterproofing stops leaks and flooding, our foundation repairs fix settling and bowed walls, and our crawl space solutions control humidity and improve air quality. Our concrete lifting and leveling service offers a reliable, quick, and highly effective way to repair your sunken, cracked driveway, patio, pool deck, or sidewalk for a fraction of the cost of replacement. Additionally, we provide yard drainage solutions, sewer and plumbing services, and home comfort solutions such as air sealing, and insulation to ensure your home remains in top condition. What sets us apart? Our commitment to superior customer service and our solid warranty. Any product or work covered by our warranty is serviced free of charge for the entire warranty period. Choose Perma-Seal for reliable, quality solutions to keep your home safe and comfortable.

"The crew came out on this cold January day and fixed the crack in my foundation and sealed it to prevent seepage. I’ll know for sure when the spring rains come if it was a success. From the pictures they sent me, I’m very confident there’ll be no more water coming into my basement. "

Sergio R on January 2026

Perma-Seal specializes in protecting the value of your home backed by 45 years of serving the Chicagoland and NW Indiana areas. Our basement waterproofing stops leaks and flooding, our foundation repairs fix settling and bowed walls, and our crawl space solutions control humidity and improve air quality. Our concrete lifting and leveling service offers a reliable, quick, and highly effective way to repair your sunken, cracked driveway, patio, pool deck, or sidewalk for a fraction of the cost of replacement. Additionally, we provide yard drainage solutions, sewer and plumbing services, and home comfort solutions such as air sealing, and insulation to ensure your home remains in top condition. What sets us apart? Our commitment to superior customer service and our solid warranty. Any product or work covered by our warranty is serviced free of charge for the entire warranty period. Choose Perma-Seal for reliable, quality solutions to keep your home safe and comfortable.

"The crew came out on this cold January day and fixed the crack in my foundation and sealed it to prevent seepage. I’ll know for sure when the spring rains come if it was a success. From the pictures they sent me, I’m very confident there’ll be no more water coming into my basement. "

Sergio R on January 2026


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Everseal Basement, Inc.

4.76(
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Everseal Basement, Inc.

4.76(
101
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

Everseal Basement, Inc., specializes in residential and commercial waterproofing. We are locally owned and operated out of Aurora, IL, offering the best prices and quality service. Customer service is our top priority. Call today for your free estimate!

"Ernesto was great. His guys were prompt and professional, job went well from start to finish. Would recommend 100%."

jeff h on May 2025

Everseal Basement, Inc., specializes in residential and commercial waterproofing. We are locally owned and operated out of Aurora, IL, offering the best prices and quality service. Customer service is our top priority. Call today for your free estimate!

"Ernesto was great. His guys were prompt and professional, job went well from start to finish. Would recommend 100%."

jeff h on May 2025


"Starting with the estimate (which was comparable to the other estimates I got), Gibran spent more time discussing exactly what I wanted and needed: the old walk was narrow, did I want it widened; squared off or rounded out where it met the garage slab; raising the back walk slightly to eliminate the extra, shallow step at each end; and most usefully, how to work around the 100 year old catalpa, that had lifted and broken the old walk, between it and the house. We ended up adding a curve to the walk, just by the tree, giving it extra space without disturbing the existing tulip bed on the other side of the walk along the house. He and his crew worked quickly and neatly, and did a very nice job. The new walks meet the city sidewalk and garage slab evenly, the curves are smooth, the tree has room, the tulip bed and ivy along the house weren’t disturbed, and now it’s much less of a pain to shovel snow than it used to be! As a bonus, landscaping was not part of the contract, but Gibran found a source of black dirt for us, and when there was a delay (while waiting for the city inspector) after the forms were in place, he and his crew spread the dirt needed to regrade the yard for us, rather than just sit around. I’m very pleased with the work they did for us, enjoyed working with Gibran and his crew, and would definitely recommend 5 Star Concrete & Construction."

ERNEST C on February 2025

We are a small business. We were established in 2012. Most of business is from word of mouth. We specialize in all line of concrete work, fencing, sodding and landscaping.

"Starting with the estimate (which was comparable to the other estimates I got), Gibran spent more time discussing exactly what I wanted and needed: the old walk was narrow, did I want it widened; squared off or rounded out where it met the garage slab; raising the back walk slightly to eliminate the extra, shallow step at each end; and most usefully, how to work around the 100 year old catalpa, that had lifted and broken the old walk, between it and the house. We ended up adding a curve to the walk, just by the tree, giving it extra space without disturbing the existing tulip bed on the other side of the walk along the house. He and his crew worked quickly and neatly, and did a very nice job. The new walks meet the city sidewalk and garage slab evenly, the curves are smooth, the tree has room, the tulip bed and ivy along the house weren’t disturbed, and now it’s much less of a pain to shovel snow than it used to be! As a bonus, landscaping was not part of the contract, but Gibran found a source of black dirt for us, and when there was a delay (while waiting for the city inspector) after the forms were in place, he and his crew spread the dirt needed to regrade the yard for us, rather than just sit around. I’m very pleased with the work they did for us, enjoyed working with Gibran and his crew, and would definitely recommend 5 Star Concrete & Construction."

ERNEST C on February 2025


"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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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

You should take care of any sign of water in your basement, whether it’s dampness after heavy rain or puddles of water on the floor. Besides potentially causing a health hazard, the moisture can damage your home’s structure and foundation. Furthermore, mold can grow quickly and spread throughout the rest of your home. With mold remediation costs ranging between $1,200 and $3,400, it’s best to avoid mold issues by fixing the leak.

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.

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.

If not properly maintained, an underground downspout may damage your home's foundation. A clogged downspout can back up, causing water to pool around the base of your home and seep into the foundation. Regular inspections and maintenance keep your downspout in good working order, preventing damage and protecting your home.

Crawl space encapsulation typically lasts between 10 to 20 years. If you experience a catastrophic event, like a flood, or poorly encapsulate your space with low-quality materials, it may only last a decade. Otherwise, as long as you properly maintain your crawl space, a high-quality encapsulation can last more than 20 years.

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