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Avatar for American Waterworks
American Waterworks
4.5(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a massive project including foundation repair, waterproofing drainage system installation and crawl space encapsulation. We were very pleased with the work and the professionalism . We also appreciated everyoneâ s responses to all our questions before and during the project."
Another Sinking Floor
Dirt Crawlspace in Elk Mound, WI
Concrete stoop had sunk over 6 inches
Foundation Failure Signs
Increased Efficiency of Crawlspace in Elk Mound

+156

Response time4 hrs
638 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Acculevel, Inc. - Wisconsin
3.9(
231
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matt was up front about the cost and understood our policy to obtain estimates from 3 companies before proceeding with work in our home. He itemized the estimate and explained the procedure and warranty. He was pleasant to work with! He did not require an hour of my time or insist that both my husband and I be present in order to give us a sales pitch. The price was competitive and not inflated to cover marketing expenses. I like that the company is family owned & local, and that the workers are employees, not sub-contractors. The men who did the work were efficient and we have had no water in our basement since the waterproofing was done. I believe the contractors who followed Acculevel's work were a little surprised at the materials used, and they had to adjust their plans somewhat, but all is good in the end. Thank you!"
Commercial Waterproofing
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Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing

+26

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for NORTHERN PLUMBING & SOFTENING
NORTHERN PLUMBING & SOFTENING
4.6(
33
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was going to have some work done to my basement and needed the water heater moved. It was time replace the heater so I asked Northern if they could remove the heater and install the new one the next day. They were fine with that. The workers were very professional and friendly. The installer took the time to explain all the controls and maintenance. Very pleased with results"
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At Northern Plumbing & Softening, we sell and install Hague Quality Water softeners, the best in water treatment equipment, and service all makes and models of water softeners. (That's nearly 50 brands!)
In addition, we sell water softener salt and other supplies to help keep your water softener running effectively and efficiently. You'll conserve water and your water will be the highest quality. Soft water is better in so many ways, and we can help achieve it for you and your family.
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+7

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Maltese Contracting
Maltese Contracting
4.9(
57
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had extensive waterproofing done to our basement. Tom and the crew were very professional and knowledgeable. They ran into unforseen issues and uncovered a leaking water main pipe. The response time was excellent and the extra work was scheduled quickly. Highly recommend!"
State Fair Grandstand Walls
Paver Driveway
Outdoor Firepit
Limestone Boulder Walls
Landscaping and Retaining Walls

+179

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Maltese Contracting LLC
4.9(
57
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Maltese to waterproof my basement in a house which was built in 1896 and required serious mold remediation and complete waterproofing. Tom has excellent customer service skills, responded promptly to all communications, provided very detailed invoices and worked very hard to assure I was completly satisfied with the outcome. Although the work needed was far more extensive once they scaled the walls, and assessed the situation, Tom worked to assure that additional costs were more than fair and the crew performed a number of additional services at no charge. The Maltese crew arrived promptly each day and provided backbreaking work to assure that the job was complete. They did an excellent job. My basement is completly dry! Maltese is the best contractor I have had the pleasure to work with and would recommend them highly to anyone who requires basement waterproofing."
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping

+139

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Slab Boss LLC
Slab Boss LLC
5.0(
11
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Shafer, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"From start to finish Luke did a fantastic job with our project. We needed our driveway apron raised so it would be level with our garage and needed several voids filled in to prevent further water damage. I called on a Friday and Luke drove out to us on the following Tuesday to give us a quote. He took the time to explain his approach to the project, estimated cost, and even provided us with a free tube of caulk (even though we hadn’t committed to his services yet). He was friendly and professional and did a great job for a very reasonable price. We would definitely use Slab Boss services again and recommend them to anyone who needs a polyfoam lift or void filling."
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Response time5 days
Response rate100%
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Egress windows or doors are required in finished basements to meet safety and building codes. If your basement is unfinished and used as a storage space, egress windows are not required, but anything considered a habitable space must have an additional point of egress in addition to the stairs.

Walkout basements cost more than other kinds of basements, and can also increase your risk of leaks as well as a loss of insulation, leading to higher heating and cooling costs. Improperly installed walkout basements may lead to structural issues with your foundation, so ensure you’re working with a contractor who has extensive experience with this kind of basement.

Yes, you can finish a basement that leaks, as long as you address the leak first. Before finishing a basement, you’ll need to repair any cracks in the walls and waterproof the basement to prevent future leaks. It’s much harder to clean up a water leak from a finished basement than an unfinished one, so preemptively addressing any leaking areas prevents expensive repairs in the future.

It depends on what caused your basement flooding, the extent of the problem, and the risk of the flood continuing. If your flood is coming from a septic system or sewer line, breathing in the sewer gasses can be dangerous, so you should vacate. If the flood occurs from an ongoing natural disaster, relocating to a safe area might be wise. If you just have a plumbing leak or rainwater coming in, you can likely stay in the house if you don’t have electrical lines down there, but make sure you call in professionals to fix the issue immediately.

Whether to waterproof your basement from the interior or exterior depends on several factors, including your budget.

Exterior waterproofing is generally considered the superior method because it stops water at the source, preventing it from seeping into and damaging your basement walls. This approach offers the most protection, making it ideal if you use your basement for storage.

By contrast, interior waterproofing is often less expensive and requires less labor because the area is more accessible.

For maximum protection against water leakage and moisture, applying waterproofing measures to both the inside and outside is the best solution. However, if you must choose only one, stopping water from the outside is the most effective approach to preserve your foundation and prevent damage.

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