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Groundworks
4.5(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Cheney, KS and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I can't say enough about my experience with Peak Structural! Tim, Spenser, Kato, Aren, & DJ were incredible! They showed up on time each day, were considerate of my living space, exercised care to reduce dust, were reliable & simply did fabulous work! Tim also worked diligently to communicate with the home office to make adjustments on my invoice for work that turned out not to be needed. I am so grateful to have the confidence that I won't have water issues in my basement anymore! I would definitely recommend & would use Peak Structural again."
Protect Your Concrete
Lift Your Uneven Concrete
Protect Your Concrete
Lift & Stabilize Your Concrete
Protect Your Concrete

+16

71 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Cornerstone Foundation
5.0(
5
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Cheney, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"The workmanship they provide is outstanding. Nick is honest, hard working and organized. He knew exactly what I needed and didn’t try to sell me work that was unnecessary. I highly recommend this company!"
Wall Pushback
Exterior Waterproofing
Drain Tile System
Drain Tile System
Steel restraints, Egress window and Drain Tile

+6

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Cornerstone Dirt Construction
New to Angi
Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Cheney, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

I started Cornerstone Dirt Construction in 2013 after working in the dirt construction business for almost eight years running dozers, excavators, motor graders, skid steers, and hauling rock. At Cornerstone I strive to bring integrity, precision, and reliability to every project no matter how big or small. Let Cornerstone Dirt Construction take on your next project with Christian values and family first peace of mind

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Dry Basement, Inc.
3.9(
27
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Cheney, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I know that the stomach-churning business of having a basement with water in it was made 100% easier by Dry Basement, from the first visit and bid, to the friendly and hard-working men who performed the work, to the speed with which the project was completed. The long guarantee for their work is invaluable."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Mvp Plumbing
4.7(
11
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Cheney, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing company! I called around lunchtime to have my water heater looked at and they came out that evening to fix it. The workers were very friendly and the bill was lower than expected. I will recommend MVP Plumbing to anyone who will listen!"
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Plumbing Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
All Around Construction Systems
4.3(
9
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Cheney, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

".He did a good job and his price was fair.  The company is a newer one but he did a very good job working on it despite his lack of experience. He listened well to our requests and was very polite."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

The primary downside to crawl space encapsulation is the high cost, which can be several thousand dollars. Additionally, the process can make future repairs more complicated by limiting access to plumbing and electrical wiring within the crawl space. Encapsulation also requires sealing off any vents, which can be a disadvantage for home designs that benefit from the airflow they provide. It's recommended to consult with a crawl space contractor to determine if the benefits outweigh these potential drawbacks for your specific home.

The most expensive foundation repair method is to install helical piers. Helical piers are a type of steel pier used to support sinking foundations in areas with poor soil conditions or deep bedrock. This foundation repair method can cost up to $3,000 per pier, including labor, because of its material and labor-intensive installation process. Total foundation repair costs can easily reach over $20,000 using this method.

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.

Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they’ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.

It’s not the number of weep holes that should be of concern to builders but rather their spacing. Weep holes are usually spaced anywhere between 16 inches on center when using round tubes or wicking materials and 24 inches on center when using open-head joints. This is a more conservative spacing than the 33-inch maximum spacing on center that’s mentioned in the International Residential Code. All in all, the total number of weep holes a brick exterior should have will depend on the size of the structure.

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