"Called company on Monday and got an appointment for an inspection on Wednesday. That following Monday, the technician arrived and went through each step is sealing off the concrete foundation to the water leak. The fix worked well and was put to the test with the recent record rains. Not one drop of water came into the basement."
"Jeff and Andy answered all our questions on the initial visit. James and Jake performed the work to our satisfaction. It is a clean and professional repair. We would recommend Pivotal Basement Solutions for your foundation repairs."
"We had a tough job for Indiana Foundations, but everyone was so helpful, friendly, responsive and professional. Marcus Hogue and his crews were amazing! We had a lot of great employees that helped solve our foundation issues. Aaron, Victor, Thomas, Hayden, Jesse, Julian, Kody and Casey are very knowledgeable hard workers and they got the job done. I definitely recommend Indiana Foundation Service."
Sprocket Excavating is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n
I am a jack of trades independent contractor/ handyman with 10+ years experience. I am not a licensed plumber, licensed electrician, or licensed roofer. With that said it's easier to just tell you the things that I don't do. I do not do drain work, I do not replace electrical lines or panel boxes, I do not replace plumbing lines which includes water and gas, and I do not replace roofs. Aside from that I can do everything else, and have the tools to do so.
Hi, I’m Kevin with Klock Home Services, proudly serving the Fox Valley area. I provide reliable, detail-oriented handyman and home repair services at fair prices. From furniture and drywall repair to minor carpentry, fixture installs, and general maintenance, I treat every project like it’s in my own home. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger task, you can count on quality work done right the first time.
I have been in some form of construction most of my adult life. And recently have started turning it into a business for myself. From grading to excavating work to remodel projects we can handle it. We are based in Hennepin and work all over the Illinois Valley. We pride ourselves on being prompt, upfront and honest with our customers to give the customer the best experience possible. \n\n24 hour emergency service available
"Seepage Issue Prior To Work Done We had a minor seepage issue in 3-4 areas of our basement. Minor meaning small puddles of water develop if and only if we get heavy and long rain storms. The house was built in 1929 and did not have a sump pump or pit. Down the road, we plan to finish the basement, eventually my wife and I agreed to commit to fixing the seepage issue and this is where the story starts. ( Short story: Brian, his crew, and overall integrity is excellent, I highly recommend Crawlspace/Basement Waterproofing Solutions. They will sell you what you need and they will make sure you are happy.) Long Story (I recommend reading): In the beginning......Getting Quotes I consider myself to be above average DIY person however fixing seepage is not in my skill set. I had no idea how much money would be required to fix our seepage issue. My expectation was $3000-$4000. First we had US Waterproofing out. They sent a salesman which for me is an immediate turn off. The salesman was okay but not impressive....to be honest more then a little rough. In the end, he gave us a quote that was $8000.00. This was surprisingly and uncomfortably large sum of money plus in my opinion, the proposed seepage solution was in my opinion a solution for a severe seepage problem. My opinion, up selling; selling me too much. Side note, they did offer financing options that were good. (total time at least 1.5 hours) With the US Waterproofing quote in hand, for the next 1-2 week my wife and I continued to discuss the situation. I was really bummed about the 8k. Eventually, I got my head together and thankfully did not commit to US Waterproofing. Instead we put their quote aside and called Perma-Seal. Perma-Seal came out. Another salesman another immediate turn off. However, the salesman was great. He gave a very impressive presentation that covered the company, recommended products to solve our seepage issue, and what the process would be to solve our seepage issue. In the end, he first proposed a solution that was super over the top, I believe it was $10,000.00. After reminding him money is tight and I want a solution for the specific areas of the basement, his second proposed solution was $7900.00. Not good. Too much money and my gut feeling continued, up selling; selling to much. Side note, they did offer financing options that were good however it was simply to much money to commit to. (total time at least 1.5 hours) With US Waterproofing quote and Perma-Seal quote in hand and little depression (on my part), my wife and I took another 1-2 weeks to talk. I almost committed to a quote but thankfully I did not. Eventually I got me head together again. I joined Angie's List. Reviewed the basement seepage businesses in the area by rank and found Crawlspace/Basement Waterproofing Solutions ranked #2. This was a bit exciting. I read a few reviews and got even more excited, there was 1 or 2 reviews that seemed to reflect my situation; everyone wants to sell me cashmere when I am confident I only need cotton. So I called Crawlspace/Basement Waterproofing Solutions. Brian the owner and crew chief (immediately impressed) came over to inspect and propose a solution/quote. He gave us a quote for exactly what we needed and it was quick and easy. Side note, I did tell him I had the other two quotes but I did not show or tell him the numbers and did not tell him our money is tight. His quote $2800.00. WOW! (total time: 40 min) My wife and I were so happy however I was a bit worried, two businesses quote me $8000 and this guy wants $2800?!?!. To be clear, the $2800 was for installing a sump pump it, sump pump, the drainage system from pit to outside, drainboards on the walls, trench and install drain tile inside basement, concrete the drain tile inside basement, and cementing my ugly/nasty crawlspace. His work comes with a warranty for the life of the home and is transferable to the next owner. After committing to Brian, 4 days later he arrived with his crew as scheduled. The crew completed the project in 1.5 days as planned. During the 1.5 days I closely monitored the crew's work and chatted with them. Additional, I had a few long chats with Brian. The entire team is excellent. Happy, polite, personable, and hard working. I was very impressed with the team. When the work was completed, Brian called be twice to ensure we where happy with the work. There was a very minor cosmetic issue that I mentioned. Brian immediately setup a guy to come out in 1-2 business days.......the minor issue was fixed (no charge). Since the completion, we have had 3 long extra heavy rain storms. No water in basement! YES! Wife and I are very happy. Additional Notes About Brian and His Guys: Extra work was done and we were not charged. Brian is personable, 100% kept all promises, sold us what we needed, fun, and maintains a hard working and happy team. Call Brian! Do it! "
"I walked into my basement on Saturday afternoon to discover a pool of water on the floor. Looking at the walls I traced it back to right above the window that sits below my kitchen sink. I popped the paneling off the top of the window box and immediately saw that the galvanized pipe leading from the sink drain to the stack had corroded and a hole had formed. Frantic because it was 4pm on a Saturday and I knew I couldn't use my kitchen sink or dishwasher until I got this fixed (no easy task with two toddlers to keep up with), I jumped onto Angie's List looking for a plumber with Saturday hours and a good rating. I called McDonagh and was told they could have someone at my place in an hour. Todd showed up at 5:30 and immediately got to work. Patrick (the owner) showed up with his son Nolan shortly thereafter to take a look and get Todd some parts off of his truck. We gave Nolan a piece of the pizza my kids were having for dinner as an apology for interrupting his Saturday too. Patrick came back with a price estimate that seemed fair to me for emergency short-notice service on a Saturday night. Todd replaced the entire section of pipe from the sink drain to the stack and was finished and out the door by 7:30, leaving us with a fully functional kitchen again. Huge thanks to Patrick and Todd (and Nolan) who really saved the day for us. These guys are absolute professionals and really saved us from some major inconvenience. Would absolutely recommend and use them again. "
Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts
Walkout basements cost more than other kinds of basements, and can also increase your risk of leaks as well as a loss of insulation, leading to higher heating and cooling costs. Improperly installed walkout basements may lead to structural issues with your foundation, so ensure you’re working with a contractor who has extensive experience with this kind of basement.
The best basement waterproofing method depends on the specific issue causing the water intrusion. For minor problems, simple solutions like installing a properly functioning gutter system to direct runoff away and grading the soil to slope away from your foundation can be effective.
If you have more significant water problems, the solution will need to be more robust:
For standing water on the basement floor, a floor drain or a sump pump system may be the best solution.
For water pooling around the foundation, installing an exterior French drain can intercept water before it reaches the basement walls.
Other effective waterproofing methods, which can be used depending on your home's specific needs, climate, and soil type, include sealing the interior walls, landscape alteration, installing interior drainage systems, and using a dehumidification system to control moisture levels.
A sump pump should be placed at least three feet deep in a pit. The rim of the sump pump basin should be level with your basement floor. If you find your pit is too deep, you can fill the bottom with gravel until the rim of the sump pump is flush with the floor.
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.
If you hire a professional, installing a new sewage ejector pump costs $850 to $3,500, or an average of $2,300. Otherwise, if you handle the installation yourself, you can expect to pay $500 to $1,000 for the sewage ejector pump, permits, and other supplies required for this DIY project.
The Toluca, IL homeowners’ guide to foundation drain installation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
A French drain costs around $9,250 to install, but several factors will determine the final price you pay. Learn the cost to install French drains in this guide.
Do you notice any signs of drainage problems? Here are some foundation drainage questions you can expect to discuss with a pro before they work on this project.
Need to protect your foundation from water intrusion and moisture buildup? Learn about the four different types of foundation drainage and how each one works.
