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Woodford Bros., Inc.
3.6(
36
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Potsdam, 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."
Company Photo 2018
Home of the Basement Bros
Wall cracks in bad shape
Wall fixed and safe
Before

+4

Response time2 hrs
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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J&J Plumbing and Home Repair
4.0(
54
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Potsdam, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh showed up when he said he would and was very professional. Also, his bill was very close to what he quoted. I'm on a limited income so was very nice that he didn't add extra costs as some plumbers do. I will definitely recommend him!"
Kitchen sink
Kitchen sink
Water meter
Water meter
Water meter

+57

Response time1 day
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Murray's Basement Systems
New to Angi
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Potsdam, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Water is a common problem in all types of basements - from foundations with poured concrete to stone to block. We have provided drying solutions to thousands of each type of foundation! \nA dry basement will protect your home investment as well as enable a basement finishing project to enhance your storage space and gain additional living space. \nAt Basement Systems, we specialize in the unique problems that below-grade spaces present. Our installations include a written, transferable warranty that will provide you with long-lasting peace of mind. \n \n \n

Tri-State Basement Services, Inc.
New to Angi
Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Potsdam, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Tri-State Basement Services specializes in basement waterproofing, and crawlspace encapsulation. We are a family owned and operated business out of Barre, Vermont since 2000. We serve Vermont, New Hampshire and Northeastern New York. \nHere at Tri-State Basement Services we are completely customer focused and as a result we have a very satisfied long-standing customer base. When you contact our company, you will come to see why over 3500 homeowners have chosen us to take care of their basement/crawlspace needs. \n \nWe an independent company that has learned, evolved, survived and is in business. We look forward to hearing from you and serving you in your basement/crawlspace needs.

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Basement Waterproofing FAQs, answered by experts

When considering finishing your basement, take into account a few pros and cons:

Pros

  • Can increase the value of your home

  • Separate space from the rest of the house 

  • Customize and personalize the basement to suit your needs and style

  • Increase the amount of living space in your home

Cons

  • May not regain enough value to cover the cost of finishing

  • Lack of natural light if it’s below ground level

  • Moisture or flooding can cause costly damage

  • Installing plumbing and electrical can be messy and costly

In most cases, it is safe to live in a home with minor foundation problems, but you should not let the issues persist. Virtually all foundations have small cracks from normal settlement, which are not a structural concern but should be sealed to prevent water intrusion. However, major damage—such as large structural cracks, sinking foundations, or bulging walls—can make a home unsafe. Other issues that can pose safety and health risks include poor indoor air quality from mold or pests, uneven floors, and rotten beams or joists. It is always best to have a foundation repair expert or structural engineer inspect any issues to determine if your home is safe to live in.

Yes, if your crawl space is prone to humidity, a dehumidifier can help keep it dry. For use in a crawl space, you’ll need a high-capacity and high-efficiency dehumidifier with built-in air filtration. It’s also wise to purchase one with a self-draining feature. Otherwise, you’ll need to climb into the crawl space to empty the dehumidifier.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

Proper drainage is the only way to ensure that your crawl space stays dry. Depending on your property and the extent of your issue, you might need to consider a gutter system, a French drain, or sump pumps to avoid and handle water and moisture under your home. Dehumidifiers can also help to prevent moisture from accumulating if you have a high-humidity environment.

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