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

Avatar for Pioneer Basement
Pioneer Basement
4.5(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They advice, and had all our questions answered on sensible and affordable options. Very knowledgeable, prompt, polite, efficient, and thorough team! We are happy with their waterproofing services in our basement (fast sump pump and a grate trench with a discharge line that goes 15 feet to the outside bubbler) as well as crawl space shield installed under our addition. It works well, and Pioneer checked a month later and a year after for inspection and cleaning. A+ work and workers."
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+5

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Key Waterproofing Construction
Key Waterproofing Construction
4.6(
233
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Stephen and Wendel's crew at Key Waterproofing Construction did an excellent job in waterproofing my basement with cement. They were extremely professional, and superfast. Completed the job in five hours, had a crew of six, to completed a foundation of 200 sq ft. The price was right and job was impeccable, crew left the site nice and clean."
Response time12 hrs
96 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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LEAL RESTORATION SERVICES INC
5.0(
9
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We hired Leal Restoration to clean up water damage on three floors of our house. They came early on a Saturday morning, worked all weekend and finished the job on Monday. This included drying out the area, removing debris, and replacing a ceiling. The work was done efficiently and carefully. Leal turned a disaster area into a clean and back to normal living space in 3 days. Amazing!"
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+52

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ben the Mason, Inc.
Ben the Mason, Inc.
4.8(
220
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ben & his sons know their craft. They showed up on time and communicated with us as the project progressed. They poured a concrete floor in our basement and created a gorgeous brick walkway in our yard after jack hammering up the old walk way. . I highly recommend Ben the Mason to anyone needed mason work."
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+6

Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Groundworks
Groundworks
3.6(
485
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Corey C of Basement Technologies performed our yearly maintenance inspection on our Basement Technologies sump pump, and did a fine job. He arrived within the expected timeframe, and provided us a detailed checklist of all items inspected. He also reviewed the operation of the alarm systems with us. He was friendly and courteous throughout."
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+16

Response time2 days
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for Eagle HS Improvement
Eagle HS Improvement
4.8(
27
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job repointing the exterior of my foundation and brick piers in the basement. I had a tight schedule and they worked through the weekend without me asking. Showed up early and worked long days to get it done. One of the guys was able to shimmy into a very tight and awkward spot due to the porch structure to get every area of the foundation. I pointed out a couple missed areas and they happily came back the next day to finish the job. I will be using them for future projects."
Kitchen Remodel
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Heritage Home Service
4.1(
1,316
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There was contact from them prior to the appointment and the guys called within 30 minutes when they were to arrive. They replaced our boiler in one day and the second day was to install a Modean heater in basement. The guys were great, very knowledgeable, cleaned up the space very well, and took away the old boiler. The only hiccup was they received an incorrect part for the outdoor sensor; they needed to come back to install it. I was disappointed only when I had to call 10 days later to see when they could come back and put it in. The part must have arrived, because they scheduled us right away (to be installed in a few days). No clue as to why we weren't called when the part arrived to finish the job, but I would still recommend them."
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+27

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Underfloor insulation alone will not cause moisture and mold, but improper installation can. Although the purpose is to seal any drafts, your subfloor still needs ventilation. If you seal the area too tightly and prevent all airflow, this can cause moisture to get trapped. This moisture eventually leads to mold and—if your floors are wood—rotting.

You’ll need to reseal the foundation every five to 10 years, depending on the sealant you’ve used, the moisture conditions present in and around your home, and the condition of your foundation. Having a foundation inspection conducted before reapplication can help you catch any problems before you begin resealing. Of course, if you notice any new leaks or other moisture problems at any time, it may be necessary to reseal the foundation sooner.

Living in a finished basement is acceptable, but only if the space has the proper points of egress and includes smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors to ensure the safety of the occupants. A good way to ensure your finished basement is suitable for use as living space is to get the basement finishing project properly permitted.

In nearly all cases, you are required to install a vapor barrier in your crawl space. However, local regulations will change based on the local climate and the crawl space's susceptibility to moisture. Even if a vapor barrier is not legally required, it is often a good idea to keep your crawl space dry.

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