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

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had encapsulation and drainage put in our crawlspace by Tarheel Basement Systems. The crew they sent out was excellent! Jaylynn, Jahi, Derrick, and Travis. Great customer service and communication throughout the process. They were done in a couple of days and the work looks outstanding."
Foundation
Foundation
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Foundation
Foundation

+16

181 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Keeping It Dry
3.0(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Keeping It Dry, proudly servicing Washington and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CrawlLizards LLC
5.0(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Crawllizards owner is very professional with the work that he does. He explains in detail what work has to be done to solve your moisture issue. Pricing for the work done is below what others charge for similar jobs."
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+70

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Tim Campbell
4.9(
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Campbell did amazing work! He took care of all of my concerns with the plumbing in my house. Should I ever need a plumber again, he’s the guy I’m going to call. His prices are fair and his work is top quality."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Regional Foundation & Crawl Space Repair
4.5(
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Washington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a flood for the first time in the crawlspace and basement. I called Regional Foundation & Crawlspace Repair to come out. They wanted 27K for crawlspace encapsulation, that was too much and I could do most the work myself. I instead paid them $5,000.00 to bury a geodrain and install a triple safe sump pump system. This is the job they did, they installed the sump pumps at the 3rd to lowest point in the crawlspace and this geodrain goes back and forth from uphill to downhill. The lowest point still allows water to flood downstairs. They also cracked a chunk of my foundation at the point of sump pumps egress. Outside they just threw rocks on ground were the water comes out and can get back into the ground to reenter the crawlspace. They got 1 star because the people were nice, their job was not. Update: they contacted me and said they wanted to make sure everything was good. A Girl and guy came out and noticed a couple things I did not and said they would fix it that their company does not do work like that. They dug up all the previous geodrain and moved it to walls, tried to level out the drain and changed the location of the pumps and the drain outside. She had a really good work ethic and never took a break. The guy was on the other side of house and think he did good too. Everything they did looked professional and looks like they fixed everything. They had to come back today to finish the work today, but had three of them. It all looks good and they tested everything. They apologized about the old work and were not sure went wrong, but I don't have a negative view of the company now and am satisfied with the work they did. Just nocking one star for the under trained individuals that came the first time, the second crew was great!"
Pool Deck Repair
Pool Deck Repair
Pool Deck Repair
Waterproofed Crawlspace Repair
Waterproofed Crawlspace Repair

+8

Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Yes, basement insulation needs a vapor barrier due to its susceptibility to moisture seeping in from the outside of the house. You should install a moisture barrier before you install insulation or purchase insulation that comes prebuilt with a moisture barrier to avoid water damage in your insulation and costly mold and water remediation expenses. 

Some disadvantages of crawl spaces are mostly regarding the air itself—moisture build-up and poor ventilation, which can cause problems both in the house and underneath it, even damaging the foundation itself. Crawl spaces are difficult to access and often invite unwanted pests during the hot summer months and the cold winter ones. These hard-to-seal spaces are also susceptible to water damage during periods of heavy rain or melting snow.

Water that pools under pavers can erode the soil foundation and weaken the paver structure. In some situations, it can also cause mold and mildew growth. If that happens, you may need to start budgeting for the cost to build and install a patio to replace the damaged one.

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.

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.

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