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Avatar for Everdry Waterproofing
Everdry Waterproofing
4.4(
219
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Reading, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It's been a little over a year since Everdry finished waterproofing our basement. We liked everyone we worked with throughout the project. We have been so pleased with their work. They use a Multi Step System which keeps ground water away from your home. The installation of the EZ Breathe Ventilation System is a game changer too. Plus - Lifetime, transferable warranty!"
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Ayers Basement Systems
3.4(
174
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Reading, 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."
Foundation Repair
Corner of Porch Sinking
Foundation Repair
Concrete Repair
Cracked and Leaning Foundation Walls

+34

Response time10 mins
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for AccuLevel, Inc. - Michigan
AccuLevel, Inc. - Michigan
4.0(
220
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Reading, MI 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 Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing

+28

Response time4 days
255 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Stay Dry Basement Waterproofing Inc
Stay Dry Basement Waterproofing Inc
4.5(
221
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Reading, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a basement that always had water in it almost year round. We decided to sell the house and move to North Carolina. Still trying to sell the home we decided to have a French Drain System put in with a bleeder line, as it would not sell as it was. The Stay Dry team was excellent from start to finish. Their team was professional and was accommodating to the fact that we needed to keep the home clean due to selling it and took extra steps to ensure no contamination spread to the rest of the house. After the job was done I have had zero issues with water and we are closing on our home today. Thank you so much for your hard work and courtesy Stay Dry! Pictures below are just after washing and cleaning. It appears wet but was completely dry the next day."
French drain
French drain
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+2

Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Bluebird CFW
Bluebird CFW
4.9(
11
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Reading, 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!

New Construction Helicals
Wet Crawlspace
Settling Garage
Egress Window
New Construction Helicals

+63

Response time12 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Dennis Hearth & Home
Dennis Hearth & Home
4.9(
13
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Reading, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our family owned and operated company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in the Construction Trades and all things Hearth and Fireplace. We will do our best with your particular task or project. We look forward to serving you.\n\nDesign, Build, Product Sales, Service and Installations, get it all with one call!\n

Blank Canvas
Finished outdoor fireplace
Gas FP and Cook Station
Gas FP and Cook Station
Outdoor Kitchen

+14

Response time1 day
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Roughing in and connecting utilities are the hardest parts of finishing a basement, and they’re the parts we typically don’t recommend doing as a DIY project. Unfortunately, your finishing timeline can be extended by weeks while you wait for contractors and inspectors to install electrical wiring, plumbing lines, and heating/cooling equipment and carry out inspections.

External pressure on the basement wall can cause it to bow inward. Soil, heavy with water saturation, is commonly the main culprit. The soil exerts immense pressure on the wall, causing it to fail, at least partially. This is known as hydrostatic pressure—these situations can occur after rainfall or simply due to regular groundwater presence and may be temporary or more permanent.  

Regular inspections, maintaining proper grading around the foundation, and keeping gutters clear are advisable. Vapor barriers and sealants may need checking for wear after several years.

Crawl spaces are prone to issues caused by excess humidity and improper ventilation, but that doesn’t mean you should avoid buying a house with a crawl space. A home that is encapsulated and well-maintained shouldn’t have any more issues than a slab or basement home.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

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