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Q: How long does it take for water to cause structural damage?

• <div><p>Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they&rsquo;ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.</p></div>

Q: What is the cheapest way to renovate a basement?

• <div><p>There are several small, inexpensive upgrades you can make to upgrade your basement. Although you still need to adhere to building codes and obtain permits when necessary, you can complete small but mighty tasks like painting the masonry walls and installing entertainment devices to make the space more usable. </p></div>

Q: Can you live in a damp basement?

• <div><p>While it&rsquo;s possible to live in a damp basement, it&rsquo;s usually not healthy to do so. Damp air affects your breathing, and it also promotes mold growth and pest infestation that can make living in a damp basement dangerous. You should plan to resolve any moisture issues and set up preventative measures before using your basement as a living space.</p></div>

Q: Do you really need to waterproof your basement?

• <div><p>In most cases, yes, because the large majority of basements leak or will have moisture issues at some point, and waterproofing methods can mitigate that risk or eliminate it entirely. Plus, water and moisture issues can be quite problematic, as they can lead to mold growth, rotting of building materials, structural damage, poor indoor air quality, increased electric bills, and other problems.</p></div>

Q: What type of foundation repair is best?

• <div><p>The foundation repair that will work best varies based on the extent of the damage, the underlying cause, soil conditions, weather conditions, and more. Permanent foundation solutions like underpinning and exterior drainage solutions are better than temporary fixes that don&rsquo;t address the source of the issue. Some examples of more temporary solutions include <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-mudjacking-cost.htm">mudjacking</a> or slabjacking, waterproof paint, and dampproofing. The best course of action is to have a reliable foundation specialist inspect your issue, treat the underlying problem, and restabilize your foundation.</p></div>

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Last update on November 01, 2025

Reviewed in May 2024
Exceptional work performed by Craig and his son. They installed drywall for a room we were completing in the basement. Their communication and flexibility were evident throughout the entire project. Despite the DIY framing (myself), the quality of their workmanship was remarkable. The pricing...
Triple C Repairs
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Reviewed in June 2023
Joel Wood did a great job with helping us to select flooring that would compliment out white oak hardwood. We had been to numerous other places and the products were redundant in regard to pattern and not high end looking. America's Floor Source had a great selection. Joel was knowledgeable,...
America's Floor Source
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Reviewed in September 2021
We feel that the cleaning aspect of this professional was top notch. There were informational issues that were not as top drawer. When I spoke with Carl to initiate service we discussed that our home had no basement at all. We have a crawl space. We talked at length about crawl spaces. When the...
Air Duct Cleaning & Radon Company
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Reviewed in February 2020
Justin Harris, Carlos Hernandez, Chris Yates and Zack Hoffman did an excellent job on the foundation drainage install in my basement. They were very professional, hard working and friendly. The electrician, Ryan, did an excellent job as well and he answered all my questions. I would recommend...
Ohio Basement Authority
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Reviewed in May 2016
I had Grosse Construction Services build a custom home for me. Let me say that it was a nightmare during the entire building process. In addition we are still finding things that were done incorrectly even 5 years after the build was complete. The first obstacle, our foundation walls were off by...
Grosse Construction Services LLC
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Reviewed in September 2015
About 15 years ago we had a major water problem in our basement. EverDry and did both interior and exterior waterproofing for us and we have not had a problem since.
Everdry Waterproofing of Louisville
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Reviewed in November 2012
Cracks developed in the basement walls. Water seepage occurred at the middle and/or bottom of the cracks. The Basement Guys not only fixed the symptoms (leaking walls), they also determined the root case of the fault. The cracks had developed because of settling of the foundation and placement...
The Basement Guys
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Reviewed in April 2009
We had a leaky hot water stop valve in the master bathroom sink and a leaky faucet for the hot water in that same sink. David from Muetzel quickly confirmed the problems then quoted me their prices for the stop valve, the replacement set for the faucet and a whole new faucet. He didn?t try to...
Muetzel Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in January 2008
Paul and his crew of six men arrived on time at 8:30 a.m. on Monday to begin the work and had the job completed by 3:00 p.m. on the same day. The crew laid down plastic drop cloth through the house where the workers had to walk as well as in the work area to contain any dust or debris. The...
Rogers Basement Waterproofing
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Reviewed in January 2008
One of the questions Angie's list asks is "Would I hire the company again?" and for this company I said "YES", so I did. After using GUARANTEED HEATING AND COOLING to replace my blower motor I called the owner Ben and spoke with him about a vibration in the furnace that I had been experiencing...
Guaranteed Heating And Cooling
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