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66 Brandon and his dad came and fixed my roof leak. They quickly identified the issue and offered a couple of solutions. After I selected the solution they were able to get right to fixing my issue. I would hire them again if I have other home issues in the future.
Brandon Talbot HandymanExcellent job. Before closing our potential house had a water leak. Jesse came back for a 2nd inspection and was able to modify his schedule in order to do so. Will use him in the future.
J Guyer Home InspectionsIt ended up being a water line leak under my house in a wet crawl space and he was professional and never complained. Plumbing work is not cheap but it had to be done. I do recommend them.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Madison & Oneida CountiesWe’ve used them twice. They found out where the leaks were and they were around the gutter area and they just went up and completely resealed all of them. They did a better job than the people who did 30% higher.
Progreen Superior Coatings And Roofing, Inc.The work was done smoothly and quickly. The workers were on-time, conscientious, and fast. It has not leaked since. The concrete is thinner than I would like, but most of it was strong enough to re-install carpet tack strips without breaking. In one spot it was too thin, and it would not...
B-Sure Systems IncMatt was slow to contact me after my purchase, but once he did, we agreed on a time for the visit. He asked if I had any problems before he went up, and I told him about a leak around a sewer vent pipe during violent storms. When he came off the roof, he said that he sealed the leak around...
Onondaga County ConstructionIn the summer of 2012 the roof over the garage began to leak. I called vander hoof. They came over and applied tar for $150.00. The work did not fix the problem. This past summer(2013), the roof began to leak from a number of different spots. I called Vander Hoof again. They looked at it...
Van Derhoof Roofing Co Inc
Water in your basement? Cracks in your foundation? Leaky foundation walls? Call Woodford - we can help! Woodford Bros., Inc. specializes in basement waterproofing, foundation repair, concrete leveling, crawlspace repair, gutter installations and radon mitigation. Founded in 1962, Woodford's original focus was foundations and barns. Now, we do basement waterproofing, concrete leveling and radon mitigation. That's why Tom and Mike got the name "Basement Brothers." Honesty and hard work are at the heart of what we do, as modeled by our owners Tom and Mike Woodford. Our headquarters is in Apulia Station, outside of Tully, NY. We serve all of Central New York, including Syracuse, Rochester, Binghamton, Oswego, Ithaca, and Auburn.
"Josh Taft and Brad were very personable, professional and efficient. They were also respectful of my house. This is the second time I’ve used your company. No offense, but I hope I don’t need the services of your company again."
Sandy H on February 2024
Water in your basement? Cracks in your foundation? Leaky foundation walls? Call Woodford - we can help! Woodford Bros., Inc. specializes in basement waterproofing, foundation repair, concrete leveling, crawlspace repair, gutter installations and radon mitigation. Founded in 1962, Woodford's original focus was foundations and barns. Now, we do basement waterproofing, concrete leveling and radon mitigation. That's why Tom and Mike got the name "Basement Brothers." Honesty and hard work are at the heart of what we do, as modeled by our owners Tom and Mike Woodford. Our headquarters is in Apulia Station, outside of Tully, NY. We serve all of Central New York, including Syracuse, Rochester, Binghamton, Oswego, Ithaca, and Auburn.
"Josh Taft and Brad were very personable, professional and efficient. They were also respectful of my house. This is the second time I’ve used your company. No offense, but I hope I don’t need the services of your company again."
Sandy H on February 2024
Midstate Basement Authorities, Inc. is Central New York's trusted, full-service basement waterproofing and foundation repair contractor. Fully insured, and equipped to handle any size job for both residential and commercial. Services include basement waterproofing, water control systems - interior and exterior, crawlspace encapsulation and repair, foundation repair, structural analysis and repair, sump pumps, wall crack repair, and bowed wall repair. Serving Ithaca, Syracuse, Binghamton and everywhere in between. We do not service new construction - as in pouring new foundations or basement remodeling. We also do not do shotcrete or gunite sprays and we no longer offer concrete leveling/lifting. We treat our customers like family from start to finish by providing excellent customer service, preventative tips, free inspections and fair estimates on work that needs to be done.
"Excellent, Bill was extremely profrssional"
Kelly R on March 2025
Midstate Basement Authorities, Inc. is Central New York's trusted, full-service basement waterproofing and foundation repair contractor. Fully insured, and equipped to handle any size job for both residential and commercial. Services include basement waterproofing, water control systems - interior and exterior, crawlspace encapsulation and repair, foundation repair, structural analysis and repair, sump pumps, wall crack repair, and bowed wall repair. Serving Ithaca, Syracuse, Binghamton and everywhere in between. We do not service new construction - as in pouring new foundations or basement remodeling. We also do not do shotcrete or gunite sprays and we no longer offer concrete leveling/lifting. We treat our customers like family from start to finish by providing excellent customer service, preventative tips, free inspections and fair estimates on work that needs to be done.
"Excellent, Bill was extremely profrssional"
Kelly R on March 2025
We are a locally owned owner-operated business. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Dan's work and work ethic are fantastic! He did a super job and paid attention to every detail, and his knowledge of product is wonderful. Definitely would hire again, and my neighbors are impressed."
Judy C on October 2025
We are a locally owned owner-operated business. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Dan's work and work ethic are fantastic! He did a super job and paid attention to every detail, and his knowledge of product is wonderful. Definitely would hire again, and my neighbors are impressed."
Judy C on October 2025
Our mission at Doyle's Home Carpentry is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! Doyle's Home Carpentry stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Located in Lacona NY. Call or Text us today!
"A microburst slammed a tree branch into the siding of our home. Brian promptly ordered siding that matched our old siding perfectly. Installation didn’t take long either. End result looks fantastic! Brian has excellent communication skills too. Highly recommend!"
C M on September 2025
Our mission at Doyle's Home Carpentry is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! Doyle's Home Carpentry stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Located in Lacona NY. Call or Text us today!
"A microburst slammed a tree branch into the siding of our home. Brian promptly ordered siding that matched our old siding perfectly. Installation didn’t take long either. End result looks fantastic! Brian has excellent communication skills too. Highly recommend!"
C M on September 2025
Erie Home Basement Solutions is a division of Erie Home?a national leader in home improvement since 1976. We have long been known for offering industry-leading solutions to our customers? most pressing needs, and our basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and crawl space services are no exception. When it comes to protecting your home against structural problems, why put the project in anything less than the most capable of hands? At Erie Home Basement Solutions, we provide the effective repair services and personalized service you need to have complete peace of mind.
"They did an excellent job on my basement they were professional and polite. They cleaned up after the job. They kept me informed as they did the work."
Jennifer S on August 2024
Erie Home Basement Solutions is a division of Erie Home?a national leader in home improvement since 1976. We have long been known for offering industry-leading solutions to our customers? most pressing needs, and our basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and crawl space services are no exception. When it comes to protecting your home against structural problems, why put the project in anything less than the most capable of hands? At Erie Home Basement Solutions, we provide the effective repair services and personalized service you need to have complete peace of mind.
"They did an excellent job on my basement they were professional and polite. They cleaned up after the job. They kept me informed as they did the work."
Jennifer S on August 2024
At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair of Western New York, we specialize in basement waterproofing and foundation repair services. We are the proud recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics 2021! If water is invading your home, you are not alone. We offer custom-designed waterproofing solutions and foundation repair that you can trust. Highlander Waterproofing is family owned and operated and has a 100% commitment to our customer's satisfaction. Much like the foundation repair work we specialize in, building on a strong foundation is the key to success, which is why we have built our business on hard work, endless energy, knowledge and integrity. Contact us today for a free inspection at 877-415-0564 or [email protected]
"I hired Highlander to install a channel drain in front of garage to keep it from getting water in it. The guy showed up with his 16 year old son and dug the trench and laid the pipe very shallowly and left a large open hole in front of my driveway, that was one issue. The second issue was there was no slope to to the pipe. It is straight so the water is not actually draining. The third issue was they cemented the grates onto the the channel drain when they are supposed to be removable so you can clean it. They did correct that and the hole near the driveway they patched with stone, but it is still not pitched properly and the concrete was cracking almost immediately after drying, I asked for the salesman to come back and look at it and asked him if it looked professional, because it didn?t to me or my stepfather who does concrete for a living, and his response was that it did. Well, less than an a year and grates are popping up because the concrete is completely cracked."
Rachel T on August 2024
At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair of Western New York, we specialize in basement waterproofing and foundation repair services. We are the proud recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics 2021! If water is invading your home, you are not alone. We offer custom-designed waterproofing solutions and foundation repair that you can trust. Highlander Waterproofing is family owned and operated and has a 100% commitment to our customer's satisfaction. Much like the foundation repair work we specialize in, building on a strong foundation is the key to success, which is why we have built our business on hard work, endless energy, knowledge and integrity. Contact us today for a free inspection at 877-415-0564 or [email protected]
"I hired Highlander to install a channel drain in front of garage to keep it from getting water in it. The guy showed up with his 16 year old son and dug the trench and laid the pipe very shallowly and left a large open hole in front of my driveway, that was one issue. The second issue was there was no slope to to the pipe. It is straight so the water is not actually draining. The third issue was they cemented the grates onto the the channel drain when they are supposed to be removable so you can clean it. They did correct that and the hole near the driveway they patched with stone, but it is still not pitched properly and the concrete was cracking almost immediately after drying, I asked for the salesman to come back and look at it and asked him if it looked professional, because it didn?t to me or my stepfather who does concrete for a living, and his response was that it did. Well, less than an a year and grates are popping up because the concrete is completely cracked."
Rachel T on August 2024
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!
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!
Neverwet Basement Waterproofing We have been in Business for over 15 years Our Main focus is to Permanently fix Residential and Commercial basements and crawl spaces Jobs of all sizes from interior to exterior We install ..Sump pumps.. Water pressure backup... Interior/Exterior drainage Encapsulation....Egress Windows Etc We provide Excellent Customer Service We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to detail. We strive to Exceed the homeowners expectations! We have A+ rating for customer service with the BBB, Google, Angie's List and the BCB. We Offer FREE Estimates making it convenient for each and every customer Monday-Saturday 8am-8pm We are Fully Insured with Transferable Lifetime Warranty( with NO YEARLY FEES!) Financing Available with a low interest rate! We Accept Cash, Check and Credit Cards Proudly serving Rochester, Syracuse and buffalo Call Us Today for your FREE Evaluation 585-281-8009 Rochester 716-527-0297 Buffalo 315-527-0297 Syracuse
"The Never Wet Basement workers all did a great job. They cleaned up after themselves very well. They were respectful. They asked me questions when needed. They didnâ t rush through any of the work I would recommend them to anybody who needs their basement done. Great job guys. Thanks again."
John G on October 2023
Neverwet Basement Waterproofing We have been in Business for over 15 years Our Main focus is to Permanently fix Residential and Commercial basements and crawl spaces Jobs of all sizes from interior to exterior We install ..Sump pumps.. Water pressure backup... Interior/Exterior drainage Encapsulation....Egress Windows Etc We provide Excellent Customer Service We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to detail. We strive to Exceed the homeowners expectations! We have A+ rating for customer service with the BBB, Google, Angie's List and the BCB. We Offer FREE Estimates making it convenient for each and every customer Monday-Saturday 8am-8pm We are Fully Insured with Transferable Lifetime Warranty( with NO YEARLY FEES!) Financing Available with a low interest rate! We Accept Cash, Check and Credit Cards Proudly serving Rochester, Syracuse and buffalo Call Us Today for your FREE Evaluation 585-281-8009 Rochester 716-527-0297 Buffalo 315-527-0297 Syracuse
"The Never Wet Basement workers all did a great job. They cleaned up after themselves very well. They were respectful. They asked me questions when needed. They didnâ t rush through any of the work I would recommend them to anybody who needs their basement done. Great job guys. Thanks again."
John G on October 2023
Darens Contracting Incorporated is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Daren came right over and had my roof leaks resolved in one day. His price was reasonable. Very kind and courteous. Would highly recommend!! "
Neil A on January 2025
Darens Contracting Incorporated is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Daren came right over and had my roof leaks resolved in one day. His price was reasonable. Very kind and courteous. Would highly recommend!! "
Neil A on January 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"always called to let me know when they would arrive"
Pat F on October 2022
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"always called to let me know when they would arrive"
Pat F on October 2022
The cost to finish a basement is $18,400 for the average homeowner. However, this cost could be as little as $2,800 or as much as $34,500, depending on the basement size and the materials needed. If your basement is already outfitted with electrical and plumbing, expect the cost to fall on the lower end.
For example, the drywall cost for this project averages around $1,750, but other features, like hiring a plumber, cost between $45 and $200 per hour.
The cost to remodel a basement is between $12,100 and $33,400 for the average homeowner. The price you pay can be as little as $3,500 or as much as $50,200, depending on the size and condition of your basement and the type of remodel you're doing.
If you're doing a simple project like adding a home office to your basement, you can expect to pay anywhere from $500 to $3,000. However, if you're adding a bathroom, which is an extensive project, you can expect to pay between $6,600 to $16,500.
Damp proofing and waterproofing are both methods to help keep your basement dry. Damp proofing keeps soil moisture from entering your basement, which is helpful since your basement is underground. Waterproofing, however, keeps both soil moisture and liquid water out of the basement, which is essential, especially if you live in a wet environment. Because it’s more protective, waterproofing typically costs more than damp proofing.
Although homeowners often use the terms basement remodeling and basement finishing interchangeably, they are quite different terms.
Finishing a basement is the process of taking a basement space that is not habitable and adding elements to make it usable. This includes adding plumbing, flooring, and insulation.
Remodeling a basement means taking an already existing finished basement and changing it, often by adding or removing walls, adding plumbing, or changing the existing flooring.
The cost of basement waterproofing is $4,950 for the average homeowner. However, you could end up paying between $600 and $14,000, depending on factors like basement size, waterproofing method, and the region you live in.
If you live in an area with heavy rainfall, you might be paying more for waterproofing than if you lived somewhere drier since waterproofing contractors would be in high demand. Likewise, a 500-foot basement costs between $2,500 and $5,000 to waterproof, but that price rises significantly for a larger basement.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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