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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
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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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%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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

41 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%
103 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
79 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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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

"Braxton came as scheduled to level up the various slabs of concrete in our driveway. He was professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. We are pleased with the work he did and the level of service he provided! The weather did not allow him to finish the job to his satisfaction. So, he returned a few weeks later when the weather was forecast to be dry for the day to seal the cracks and cover them with sand. Not only was the end result aesthetically-pleasing, it is sealed now to protect from any water getting underneath the concrete slabs in the future. He and Landon were professional, thorough and efficient. Highly recommend!"
#1 -  Fractured Brick
 #2 - Wet Crawl Space
 #3 - Creaky/Bouncing Floor
 #4 - Wet/Damp Basement
 #5 - Drafty/Poor Indoor Air

+35

Response time3 hrs
78 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Best Waterproofing LLC
4.6(
17
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job was not as neat as others I have seen. The wall panels were cut uneven and I had to scrap and wipe dried concrete off them. A drain they put in the floor to reroute the furnace humidifier drainage tube did not drain and water kept backing up on the floor. They did not put the panels in an area in the back corner and it leaked there. The owner in the office was very difficult to deal with when I called about the problem. She tried to say it was my fault because I didn't specify I wanted that area done. I asked to have the basement waterproofed and thought that would include everything that needed to be done. One good thing is they gave me a break on the price for the additional work."
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing FAQs, answered by experts

A leak under your foundation from a water supply line or sewage line is likely to lead to water pooling on certain areas of your property during rainfall, abnormally fast-growing or green grass in certain sections of your lawn, and differential settlement of your foundation, which can result in large foundation cracks, windows and doors failing to operate properly, a wavy or sloping roofline, or damages or irregularities in your interior walls, including cracks and bulging. If it’s a plumbing line embedded in your slab, you’ll also likely notice above-average water bills.

A plastic vapor barrier should completely cover your basement to prevent water from penetrating through the walls. This typically goes before installing insulation to prevent moisture from building up and becoming trapped on the inside of your insulation, where it can collect and lead to mold damage. Installing insulation after the vapor barrier allows for any moisture to exit the walls for better ventilation.

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.

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 primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

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