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Q: How can I prevent future water accumulation issues?

• <div><p>Preventing water accumulation involves regular inspections, maintaining effective drainage systems, ensuring proper roof maintenance, and taking preventive measures against heavy rainfall or floods.</p></div>

Q: What material do you use to waterproof a basement?

• <div><p>&ldquo;Basement waterproofing&rdquo; sometimes refers to applying a waterproof sealant to basement walls, in which case you would use a waterproof paint, often made of latex. However, there are many methods you can use to waterproof a basement, including exterior drainage systems, interior drainage systems, dehumidifiers, and more. As such, the materials you use can vary depending on the methods you use.</p></div>

Q: What is the best way to waterproof your basement?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>If you have more significant water problems, the solution will need to be more robust:</p><ul><li><p>For standing water on the basement floor, a floor drain or a sump pump system may be the best solution.</p></li><li><p>For water pooling around the foundation, installing an exterior French drain can intercept water before it reaches the basement walls.</p></li></ul><p>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.</p></div>

Q: What causes a basement to smell musty?

• <div><p>Mold and mildew are the things in basements that actually cause the musty odors, but moisture is the underlying issue that causes mold and mildew growth. Addressing moisture and water problems and then removing materials that are moldy are some of the best ways to get rid of the musty odors. Preventive measures after that&mdash;like installing air fresheners and a dehumidifier&mdash;can help keep musty odors from returning.</p></div>

Q: How do you seal a leaky concrete slab?

• <div><p>You can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-seal-concrete.htm">seal a concrete slab</a> by cleaning the surface, filling in any cracks, etching the surface, applying a sealer, and letting it dry. Concrete slabs don't typically need sealing, but you can use a topical concrete sealer if you notice signs of water damage. If you haven't already fixed the cause of the leak, then you'll want to repair the plumbing before you seal a concrete slab.</p></div>

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Last update on July 28, 2023

Reviewed in July 2023
I have a 1900â s farmhouse with multiple additions in an area with a high water table. I have dealt with water in the basement after every hard rain and during the spring thaw. The basement was very musty and damp. This job was handled professionally from the estimate to final walk through....
Groundworks
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Reviewed in May 2023
We put a pool in at our house and I didnâ t feel safe working an hour away and not having eyes on it at all times. I expressed my concerns to Safe Haven and they had cameras ordered and installed in less than a week!! I feel soooo much better about everything now! Not to mention that it was way...
Safe Haven Home Security
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Reviewed in October 2022
Installed several doors and windows. All of them either leak water or are excessively drafty. The main entrance door leaks and has ruined the basement ceiling drywall. The big garage door always lets any water in regardless of how hard the wind blows. The smaller garage door leaks and has...
Todd Svec Builder LLC
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Reviewed in September 2018
Excellent. Can't say enough good about Luke and Justin. We needed the garage heated, and the plumber that worked on our new home was not available for months... So I searched Angie's List. They gave us a very fair estimate, and were available the NEXT WEEK! (They are trained Plumbers, but they...
Northern MI Drain Pros LLC.
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Reviewed in August 2018
We contracted Reimer Building and Remodeling to put an addition on our home--kitchen, dining, and garage. Our contract and available funds started June 21, 2017 with a completion date from the bank of one year (June 21, 2018). We did not look into this company like we should have and are writing...
Reimer Building And Remodeling
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Reviewed in July 2017
Their name says it all...they came very quickly the same day from 60 miles away! Don had my clog running freely in no time and left my basement spotless. Great and professional service! Thank you!
Act Fast Drain Relief
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Reviewed in April 2017
When I needed someone to come, he was Johnny on the spot. It was late when I called , but I had standing water in the basement and nobody could use the toilet or draw any water. He came about 2:00 AM. He was very efficient and was done in no time flat. He even helped moving some of the boxes...
Northern MI Drain Pros
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Reviewed in January 2017
This fall we noticed musty and mold smells in the laundry room as well as the basement. We found rotted OSB in the exterior wall under the stone veneer on the laundry room exterior wall and all around the exterior foundation under the vinyl siding and under every widow. We hired an...
Rob Root JR Mason
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Reviewed in January 2017
This fall we noticed musty and mold smells in the laundry room as well as the basement. We found rotted OSB in the exterior wall under the stone veneer on the laundry room exterior wall and all around the exterior foundation under the vinyl siding and under every widow. We hired an...
Rob Root Construction
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Reviewed in May 2016
Matt was extremely knowledgeable and professional. Our kitchen sink was clogged and when he got here he went right to the source of the problem in our basement. We didn't even think that pipe down there was he source of our problem. He could even tell there once was a washer and dryer...
Act Fast Drain Relief
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Groundworks

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

Serving Manton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John and Miles were excellent workers. They were very polite and professional. The job they did supporting my sagging basement wall looks like it should take care of the problem. They placed steel plates against the basement wall, and also buried other ones out in the yard, and connected them with steel rods. Then they torqued them, which should prevent any further sagging of the wall."

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Recommended by86%of homeowners

Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Manton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Erie home made waterproofing our crawlspace so easy! We have now endured heavy spring rains and zero water has come in. We can see the sump pump sending water out just like it should! They also added storage space to our house because the encapsulation is so nice and clean! Well worth the money."

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91 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Ayers Basement Systems

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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Manton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Crew worked very fast, completed our project in 1.5 days. System has worked well throughout the last 9 months including very heavy rainfall days. Our basement is dry, and we can go out of town without having to check the weather forecast to see whether I must stay home instead and dry-vac the basement."

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Response time10 mins

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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AccuLevel, Inc. - Michigan

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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Manton, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They are great to work with. Communication was superior. They stand by their work. A few years ago I had waterproofing done in my basement and this time they spray foamed the cavities of the basement too. Both times they did awesome work and cleaned up too! I highly recommend this company!"

+28

Response time4 days

297 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by87%of homeowners

Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Manton, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Troy was great! He was able to quickly come in and diagnose what was going on in our basement and help us create a plan of action to fix our basement in the near future."

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Response time9 hrs

Response rate90%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Stay Dry Basement Waterproofing Inc

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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Manton, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Stay Dry took the stress and worry out of the entire waterproofing process. The entire company was great, from the initial appointment, to the installation crew. I would highly recommend Stay Dry!"

Recommended by89%of homeowners

Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Manton, MI and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

We specialize in Basement Waterproofing, Crawlspace Waterproofing (encapsulation), Concrete Lifting, Egress Window / Window Well Installation, Installation of Helical piles for new or existing foundations and Foundation Repair. Our team has over 20 years of experience and knowledge in the construction and waterproofing industries. We pride ourselves on getting the job done right the first time! Contact us today for your free estimate!

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Response time12 hrs

Response rate100%

Recommended by88%of homeowners

Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Manton, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Flood Man did an outstanding job waterproofing and generally improved the condition of my basement 100%. Their team worked hard, were always on time, courteous and knew their jobs well. I highly recommend them."

Response time1 day

Recommended by94%of homeowners

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North West Home Solutions, LLC

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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Manton, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They also helped me with an epoxy finish in my basement that turned out great!"

Response time4 hrs

Recommended by20%of homeowners

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Story Roofing Company

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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Manton, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"good, timely on call back& estimate. good on the job, kept yard farly cleaned up."

Response time9 hrs

Response rate100%

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Preventing water accumulation involves regular inspections, maintaining effective drainage systems, ensuring proper roof maintenance, and taking preventive measures against heavy rainfall or floods.

“Basement waterproofing” sometimes refers to applying a waterproof sealant to basement walls, in which case you would use a waterproof paint, often made of latex. However, there are many methods you can use to waterproof a basement, including exterior drainage systems, interior drainage systems, dehumidifiers, and more. As such, the materials you use can vary depending on the methods you use.

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.

Mold and mildew are the things in basements that actually cause the musty odors, but moisture is the underlying issue that causes mold and mildew growth. Addressing moisture and water problems and then removing materials that are moldy are some of the best ways to get rid of the musty odors. Preventive measures after that—like installing air fresheners and a dehumidifier—can help keep musty odors from returning.

You can seal a concrete slab by cleaning the surface, filling in any cracks, etching the surface, applying a sealer, and letting it dry. Concrete slabs don't typically need sealing, but you can use a topical concrete sealer if you notice signs of water damage. If you haven't already fixed the cause of the leak, then you'll want to repair the plumbing before you seal a concrete slab.

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