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Top-Rated Basement waterproofing pros in Shively - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Best Waterproofing, LLC
Best Waterproofing, LLC
4.2(
41
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sheila that answered the phone was great to work with. She answered my many questions to my satisfaction and I felt she was very honest. The price was reasonable. I would recommend them for waterproofing work."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for The Basement Doctor of Cincinnati
The Basement Doctor of Cincinnati
4.2(
178
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They fixed the leak and put in a sump pump and water trench. The basement leaked 2 more times afterwards, but they returned to correct it right away. We were responsible all 3 times to repair the drywall and wood landing at the bottom of the stairs,so I called saying that I should not have to keep fixing those thing over and over. The CEO of the company called back and came out to the house himself to inspect. He had his people come out to the house again to do more that he felt would fix the problem for good, as well fixing the drywall and landing at no cost. It was a frustrating experience, but this company and it's CEO stood by thier work and made it right. I would use them again."
After Encapsulation
Before Slab Repair
After Slab Repair
Sump Pump
Wet Basement

+8

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Erie Home
Erie Home
4.4(
73
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Erie Homes completed a basement waterproofing for us on 11/20/23. We were impressed and pleased by the professionalism and communication at every phase of the project. Brandon expertly explained the Erie Homes waterproofing system, sump pumps, materials, and warranty and provided us with a quote and pricing details. Having being burned by projects in the past, we came back with a long list of questions and conditions. Brandon answered every single one, made sure that we were completely satisfied with the terms, and added our notes to the contract. Project manager Gage and the team that came to our home was quick and professional. They periodically filled us in on the progress and communicated any changes or concerns. When the project was completed, they walked us through and made sure we were happy with the work before leaving. Since finishing, we have had several rainy weeks and a completely dry basement. Based on the product, work, and customer service, we will be highly recommending Erie Homes to anyone needing basement or waterproofing work."
Basement Before and After
Basement Before and After
Basement Before and After
Basement Before and After
Basement Before and After

+47

45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for KCS Foundation And Waterproofing Specialists
KCS Foundation And Waterproofing Specialists
4.6(
18
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The end result was not a Retaining Wall, as this implies. I hired KCS to install 4 Wing Walls with Headwalls. They did a great job, as the pictures will reflect. If you’re wondering why I have Four Stars instead of Five, it’s only because there’s always room for improvement. In this case, the improvement should focus on Front Office Communication. The crew was scheduled to start on a Monday. So I took the day off to be here. Mid-morning on that Monday, they still had not shown. I had to call the office to find out that they would be here on Tuesday because a previous job took longer than expected. I’m OK with that, EXCEPT I had to lose a vacation day because the office did not call me. I had to call them. AGAIN, the Team did a fantastic job and I FULLY RECOMMEND THEM. However, the office could get better and be more proactive at communicating schedule changes."
Basement waterproofing
Basement waterproofing
Basement waterproofing
Aprilaire Dehu
Perimeter Drain

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
94 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for AccuLevel, Inc. - Kentucky
AccuLevel, Inc. - Kentucky
4.0(
215
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Every person involved with my job was knowledgeable and highly professional. I look forward to having a dry basement from now on, and I am confident that AccuLevel's work will make that happen."
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing

+32

Response time10 hrs
126 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for The Foundation Specialists
The Foundation Specialists
3.6(
131
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We thought that we had foundation problems causing leaks showing on our sheetrock in the basement. When TFS arrived to access the problem they were unable to find the problem without tearing out the sheetrock.. we decided to address faulty downspouts first in case that was the cause of the problem. TFS did a very good job with this project."
#1 -  Fractured Brick
 #2 - Wet Crawl Space
 #3 - Creaky/Bouncing Floor
 #4 - Wet/Damp Basement
 #5 - Drafty/Poor Indoor Air

+35

Response time3 hrs
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for AccuLevel, Inc. - Indiana
AccuLevel, Inc. - Indiana
3.9(
249
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is a great company to use in making a 141 year old basement waterproof. I look foreward to having a waterproo basemant. Craig was pleasant and went the extra mile to make the experience great."
 Commercial work
Wall Anchors
 Commercial work
Exterior Foundation Repair
  Commercial work

+26

298 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing FAQs, answered by experts

A walkout basement is considered to be partially below grade because at least one wall is entirely exposed. In some cases and in specific municipalities, inspectors and appraisers will still count walkout basements as below grade, which means the space can’t serve as living space or be rented out. If you intend on using the area as living space or a separate apartment, you should check with your local building department to make sure it’s legal to do so.

Home improvement grants are available for various groups, including individuals with very low-income housing, elderly people, older adults, and veterans. These grants can cover a range of needs, from accessibility modifications to addressing critical issues that may affect a resident's health or safety.

Venting the crawl space can be a good alternative to encapsulation if you live in a dry climate and the moisture problem isn’t severe. You could also try a dehumidifier or install a vapor barrier on the floor, leaving the walls exposed. A new drainage system may eliminate the moisture problem if it is not caused by humidity.

The most challenging part of finishing a basement is addressing moisture control. Basement waterproofing is an essential task that requires a professional’s skills and knowledge. If you don’t properly waterproof your finished basement, it’ll be vulnerable to dampness, water damage, and mold growth. Ensuring proper insulation and ventilation to combat these issues while meeting building codes adds complexity to your remodeling project.

Since basements are prone to water and moisture issues and the resulting problems can be expensive to repair and potentially damaging to your home, basement waterproofing is almost always worthwhile. Even for homes that haven’t experienced water infiltration, waterproofing the basement is insurance against facing expensive repair bills in the future. All basements will leak at some point, so fixing drainage issues and taking steps to prevent moisture and water infiltration is wise.

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