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Pioneer Basement
4.5(
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They advice, and had all our questions answered on sensible and affordable options. Very knowledgeable, prompt, polite, efficient, and thorough team! We are happy with their waterproofing services in our basement (fast sump pump and a grate trench with a discharge line that goes 15 feet to the outside bubbler) as well as crawl space shield installed under our addition. It works well, and Pioneer checked a month later and a year after for inspection and cleaning. A+ work and workers."
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+5

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Start 2 Finish Waterproofing Construction
5.0(
9
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent company to go for.. Highly professional team. Dependable and right on time. Ed and Bob are so precise in their work and completed as per plan.I would highly recommend S2F to anybody looking for preventing water penetration in basement"
Water Leak Basement
Water Leak Basement
Basement Finishing
Basement Finishing
Basement Stairway

+44

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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New England Foundation Crack Repair, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul the technician was great. He was professional and informative. I have some foundation issues in my basement and he was able to waterproof everything that was a problem for a decent price. Highly recommended"
Response time4 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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DryZone Basement Systems, Inc.
4.0(
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amed and Antonio did a wonderful job installing the pump system. What was going to be done was explained and I could observe if I wanted to. Steve who accessed the job was excellent. I was very happy with Dryzone and would gladly use them again if needed."
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Drain System
Drain System

+51

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Beacon Drain Service, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Your company is outstanding and we are extremely happy. Our technician Garett was prompt and polite. He was very knowledgeable and explained things about our situation that we were totally unaware of. Potentially saving us time and money down the road. Garrett was attentive to our to our needs and was very careful of our pets as he was working. We would definitely use Beacon Drain Service again."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Groundworks
3.6(
475
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lenny Miranda and Izaiah Ramos did an amazing job on our basement! They were efficient and kept us updated every step of the way! It looks great and is now fully waterproofed!"
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Basement
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+16

Response time2 days
410 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Set in Stone
4.3(
107
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was very pleased with the job they did. They resolved the water problem I had I my basement. They were very professional. The owner spent quite a lot of time initially determining where the water was coming from and then with his crew resolved the problem. I highly recommend this company."
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EXCEPTIONAL FOUNDATION REPAIRS

+11

Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Rooterman
4.0(
750
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would like to thank the guys for their quick response to my request thru Home Advisor. They came out within 2 days and the job was completed in 4 hours. They were punctual and cleaned up after the job was done. Hopefully we will not have flooding in our basement no with the new sump pump. Thanks again!!!"
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Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

External pressure on the basement wall can cause it to bow inward. Soil, heavy with water saturation, is commonly the main culprit. The soil exerts immense pressure on the wall, causing it to fail, at least partially. This is known as hydrostatic pressure—these situations can occur after rainfall or simply due to regular groundwater presence and may be temporary or more permanent.  

Crawl space encapsulation typically lasts between 10 to 20 years. If you experience a catastrophic event, like a flood, or poorly encapsulate your space with low-quality materials, it may only last a decade. Otherwise, as long as you properly maintain your crawl space, a high-quality encapsulation can last more than 20 years.

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.

Whether to waterproof your basement from the interior or exterior depends on several factors, including your budget.

Exterior waterproofing is generally considered the superior method because it stops water at the source, preventing it from seeping into and damaging your basement walls. This approach offers the most protection, making it ideal if you use your basement for storage.

By contrast, interior waterproofing is often less expensive and requires less labor because the area is more accessible.

For maximum protection against water leakage and moisture, applying waterproofing measures to both the inside and outside is the best solution. However, if you must choose only one, stopping water from the outside is the most effective approach to preserve your foundation and prevent damage.

While "dry" mode on your AC can help reduce humidity levels to some extent, it may not be as effective as a dedicated dehumidifier, especially in areas with extremely high humidity or larger spaces. Dehumidifiers are specifically designed to remove moisture from the air more efficiently, making them a better choice for tackling persistent humidity issues.

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