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Q: How often do you need to clean your crawl space?

• <div><p>Plan on cleaning your crawl space at least once a year, though twice a year is ideal. During the cleaning, remove any debris or dust and check for potential issues like pest infestations or water damage. The sooner you catch these issues, the easier (and cheaper) it will be to fix them.</p></div>

Q: How hard is it to put a bathroom in a basement?

• <div><p>Installing a bathroom in a basement isn&rsquo;t a project for most homeowners. Many parts&mdash;plumbing, electricity, and carpentry&mdash;go into this project, each requiring expert-level knowledge and tools. One miscalculation can lead to very expensive repairs. Plus, some homeowner&rsquo;s insurance might not pay for damages caused by a homeowner DIYing this project. You can protect yourself by allowing the pros to complete this job for you. </p></div>

Q: Is it worth it to repair a crawl space foundation?

• <div><p>Yes, it&rsquo;s worth it to repair a crawl space foundation, even if the issue seems relatively minor. Foundation problems often get worse and more expensive to fix if you leave them untreated. Additionally, your entire home, from the framing and flooring to the roof system, relies on the foundation for even and level support. Issues with your foundation will almost always manifest as problems in and above your living space, so it&rsquo;s important to find a solution.</p></div>

Q: How long does flooded basement cleanup take?

• <div><p>Flooded basement cleanup can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on the extent of water damage, the type of water involved, and the need for repairs or mold remediation. Severe cases with structural damage or extensive mold may require longer timelines. Quick action and professional help can speed up the process and reduce overall damage.</p></div>

Q: Should you run a dehumidifier in the basement all the time?

• <div><p>No, your basement dehumidifier doesn&rsquo;t need to be on 24/7. While it&rsquo;s an excellent tool for tackling damp, musty air, especially in humid seasons, leaving it running nonstop can backfire. Over-drying the space can mess with your sinuses, warp wood, and even crack certain materials. Instead, only use your humidifier when moisture levels rise above 50%, and then give it a break when the humidity levels drop.</p></div>

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Last update on April 28, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
This company is the company a homeowner has nightmares the will end up with when hiring a private contractor. They are absolutely terrible at their job. They lack the capabilities to put a home together that's sound to live in, let alone last. There is already mold growing in the basement of...
Citiscape Construction
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Reviewed in June 2025
Helped mount a couple of TVs in my home. Great work.
Andrew Cobb
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Reviewed in April 2025
3 acres of lawn mowed and banks wacked.
B & W Precision Brothers Contracting
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Reviewed in February 2024
Val and his crew built an entire addition on the back of my house. Those guys know what they are doing! I could not ask for a better result. The whole thing is built to last, completely to code and exactly what I wanted. When they took down the old addition they found the source of cold...
Upstate Home Improvements, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Derrick has helped me with several projects and home repairs. He is my first call when i need something taken care of. Great communication, Quality work in a timely manner. Fair prices. Even went above and beyond by suggesting and putting up a runner for my energetic dog!
Wratten Contracting
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Reviewed in January 2023
HighbridgeSprayFoam did a great job,i highly recommend this company for all your insulating issues.Thank you again for a great job
Silver City Fire Services, LLC DBA Highbridge Spray Foam
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Reviewed in July 2022
The pond went very well. The service was great.
Digger Do Contracting
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Reviewed in June 2019
BUYER BEWARE! = CAPABLE WORKER-TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE HE DOES NOT LIKE TO CLEAN UP AFTER HIMSELF. HAVE A MAN SPEAK WITH HIM...MAYBE HE'LL BE MORE RESPECTFUL??? HE DID A GREAT JOB ON FRAMING AND REPLACING OUR BASEMENT DOOR. BECAME VERY ANGRY THAT I REQUESTED THAT HE RETURN TO CLEAN UP...
Frank Rugolo Contracting & Home Improvement
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Reviewed in July 2017
They were excellent. It is not Pergo, it is like Pergo except it is waterproof. The floor is holding up beautifully and it gets hard use. The estimate was right on spot. They were on time. The estimate for the amount of time needed for the project was correct. They were helpful with moving a...
CNY Flooring
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Reviewed in September 2013
He sounded great on the first phone contact, wanted to help me save money however he could. First visit was on time, but his proposals began lengthening and becoming more complicated (and expensive). He did say one chimney was clean and didn't work on it, which should have saved me money, but...
Mid-York Chimney Sweep
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Woodford Bros Inc

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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Hamilton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1962

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did not do not as bad as I thought"

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

10 neighbors recently requested a quote

Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Hamilton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company to work with, very friendly knowledgeable people and customer satisfaction is their goal. Matt and his crew did a superb job restoring our finished basement after it got flooded when our sump pump had failed during heavy rains. Dual pumps were installed, along with waterproof and mold proof walls and flooring and a Sedona dehumidifier air purification system."

Response time2 hrs

39 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by58%of homeowners

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Thomas White's Protective Coatings

4.6(

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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Hamilton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Tom repaired our chimney and seal coated. Excellent service, friendly and honest"

Response time2 days

26 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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R Davies Construction

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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Hamilton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I am very pleased with Richard and his crew. They worked hard and completed the job in a timely manner. They kept the basement clean throughout the job. Richard have a very complete and understandable explanation of what and how they would complete the work. He also allowed me to observe what they were doing and answered questions that made me comfortable with his knowledge and experience"

Response time5 hrs

Response rate98%

21 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Highlander Waterproofing Inc

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

Serving Hamilton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, we are the area's trusted experts specializing in basement and crawlspace waterproofing and encapsulation, along with foundation repair services for bowing and buckling walls, floor and wall cracks, and full foundation rebuilds to name a few. When you contact Highlander for a free inspection, you are choosing a BBB A+ Accredited, two-time Torch Award for Ethics Winner, with our most recent years 2021, 2022!

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

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Hydro-Solutions, Inc.

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

Serving Hamilton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hydro-Solutions, Inc., are experts in Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair. We are a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals, have many years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Response time5 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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D&S Property Service LLC

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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Hamilton, NY and surrounding areas

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I take pride and value the things I do. I’ve always wanted to have my own business and I made it happen. I work hard everyday to achieve my goals.

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Highlander Waterproofing, Inc.

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

Serving Hamilton, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Note: dropdown only has waterproofing inspection as an option but I had the entire system put into place."

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Response time1 day

Recommended by88%of homeowners

Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Hamilton, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our overall experience EXCELLENT! Adam moved 20 loads of soil to raise our front lawn…. Graded, seeded and mulched it all in one day.. for a very reasonable cost!"

Response time3 days

Recommended by66%of homeowners

Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Hamilton, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second time I hired them, they are very professional, first they dump sand for my backyard and this time they excavate it for preparation regarding pool installation. they are great and did the job as I wanted."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Plan on cleaning your crawl space at least once a year, though twice a year is ideal. During the cleaning, remove any debris or dust and check for potential issues like pest infestations or water damage. The sooner you catch these issues, the easier (and cheaper) it will be to fix them.

Installing a bathroom in a basement isn’t a project for most homeowners. Many parts—plumbing, electricity, and carpentry—go into this project, each requiring expert-level knowledge and tools. One miscalculation can lead to very expensive repairs. Plus, some homeowner’s insurance might not pay for damages caused by a homeowner DIYing this project. You can protect yourself by allowing the pros to complete this job for you.

Yes, it’s worth it to repair a crawl space foundation, even if the issue seems relatively minor. Foundation problems often get worse and more expensive to fix if you leave them untreated. Additionally, your entire home, from the framing and flooring to the roof system, relies on the foundation for even and level support. Issues with your foundation will almost always manifest as problems in and above your living space, so it’s important to find a solution.

Flooded basement cleanup can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on the extent of water damage, the type of water involved, and the need for repairs or mold remediation. Severe cases with structural damage or extensive mold may require longer timelines. Quick action and professional help can speed up the process and reduce overall damage.

No, your basement dehumidifier doesn’t need to be on 24/7. While it’s an excellent tool for tackling damp, musty air, especially in humid seasons, leaving it running nonstop can backfire. Over-drying the space can mess with your sinuses, warp wood, and even crack certain materials. Instead, only use your humidifier when moisture levels rise above 50%, and then give it a break when the humidity levels drop.

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