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Avatar for Pioneer Basement
Pioneer Basement
4.5(
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wow! Unbelievable! If we ever have a water problem again, Pioneer will be the only waterproofing company that we call. We were getting some water in our basement which has a stack-stone foundation and radiant floor heating. We interviewed three companies and were particularly concerned about a solution that would stop the water without compromising the radiant tubes that were in the floor. Initially, Pioneer recommended a baseboard system that would run along the outside of the wall. Upon inspection, Mike Oliveira discussed a traditional drain to sump pump solution. We reiterated our concern about puncturing a tube in the floor and Mike assured us that he and his team would hand chisel potential problem areas to avoid the tubing. Moreover, this solution would save us roughly $2K and give us a lifetime guarantee vs. a 25 year guarantee on the baseboard system. The team showed up on time, cleared a 50' span of concrete by Noon, uncovered two sections of radiant tubing without puncturing the line, installed the moisture barrier, sump pump and new concrete by 4 p.m. They had to drill through a hefty header board to connect the pump line to an existing drainage line that carries water away from home and that was completed by 5:30 p.m. Mike came back in a week and we tested the fix using free-flow from our sprinkler system -- it worked perfectly. Subsequently we've had some consistent spring rain and absolutely no water in the basement. The team (including sales, service, billing, installation) was professional, courteous and available when we had questions. They saved us money, fixed our problem and provided a lifetime guarantee. We're both ecstatic and amazed!"
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Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Key Waterproofing Construction
4.6(
233
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Foundation Drainage - Install or ReplaceSump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"very professional, punctual, and thorough installed an internal french drain system including demolition work and sump pump and backup sump pump with dehumidifier. Bulk of work done within 2 days, balance of work to be down when weather warms up and ground is soft enough to place drain outlet pipe and down spout extensions underground"
Response time12 hrs
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Erickson Foundation Solutions
Erickson Foundation Solutions
4.6(
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Foundation Drainage - Install or Replace

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a fantastic job! We have had driving rain since the installation and our basement is bone dry. They came on time, were very polite and I'm very happy with the fast train system they installed."
View of the cracked and bowing field stone foundation wall.
PowerBrace wall supports are installed, and the new steel reinforced concrete wall is formed around them to fully stabilize the bowing foundation wall.
The auxiliary wall is anchored to the floor below and joists above and stabilized with PowerBrace wall supports.
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Groundworks
3.6(
485
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have used basement technologies for about 15 years.They installed a french drain and sump pump.It workks great.My basement is bone dry.They come every year to maintain the system for $315.Well worth the price.Gives peace of mind.The system stays under warranty. Paul B"
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Response time2 days
170 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Comfort Professor
5.0(
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Sump Pump or Interior Foundation Drains - Install

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had a brand new HVAC system installed for both heating and cooling, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. The team at Comfort Professor was extremely professional from start to finish. They worked efficiently, paid attention to every detail, and left everything spotless when the job was done. The cleanup was perfect, which I really appreciated. Highly recommend them if you’re looking for quality work and a smooth, hassle-free installation!"
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3 Brothers Masonry
4.6(
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Concrete Foundation - Install

Serving Swampscott, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts

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.

Basements with persistent moisture problems or flooding shouldn’t be finished until the moisture issues have been fixed. In addition, if your foundation is cracked, you have unmitigated radon levels, or you have asbestos or lead pipes, remediate the underlying problem before finishing your basement. Turning a basement into living space before fixing these issues can lead to serious health risks or structural damage. 

No, you can’t drain your sump pump into your home’s sewer system. In fact, it’s against the law in many places because dumping extra water into a municipal water system can disrupt or overwhelm the treatment process. And for similar reasons, you shouldn’t discharge a sump pump into your septic system, either.

The least expensive basement waterproofing methods include grading soil away from your home, installing downspout extenders on your gutter system, and applying a waterproof paint on the interior of the foundation walls. Installing a French drain is a relatively inexpensive method if you do the work yourself, although it’s labor-intensive and can be challenging to install properly.

Preventing future basement flooding often involves installing sump pumps, improving drainage, sealing foundation cracks, and maintaining gutters. Costs vary, but preventive measures can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on the solutions chosen. Investing in prevention can save you money on future flooded basement cleanup costs and repairs.

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