He came back after we contacted him again and brought a tube of caulk(no kidding) and spent 2 hours squirting a little caulk in the inside of the windows the whole time telling me it was defective windows fault. Really, why didn't he tell us that in the beginning? While he was there I was pointing out all the places around the windows where daylight was shining through between the window and the wood frame. I said "wouldn't the rain be coming in around all the gaps left around the windows? He insisted that those weren't really gaps the windows were sealed. If I can see sun coming through the gaps, then water certainly can come through obviously. Bob basically kept saying we have defective windows and chimney and we need to hire someone to fix those things. Unfortunately for us, we did hire someone to "fix those things" -- Not only are the leaks not fixed, everything is leaking MUCH MUCH worse than before. One of the windows is actually now broken between where the arched portion attaches to the square bottom portion- which wasn't broken before and that is now leaking. AND there is a new leak in the roof a few feet from the fireplace where they put nails in the roof for boards to stand on and that leak came through the 24ft high ceiling into the family room. Not only do we still have to get the leaks fixed, but now have more water damage, a broken window and a new roof leak. I have taken videos of the leaks and will provide a link once I've uploaded to Youtube, hopefully soon. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/md/berlin/patterson-and-sons-builders-inc-reviews-5887650.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"JOYNER CONSTRUCTION","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TN","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Sandi C."},"reviewBody":"was never available to repair problems. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tn/henry/joyner-construction-reviews-5393882.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Basement Waterproofing Solutions","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TN","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Dave N."},"reviewBody":"We contacted BWS in July 2012 and requested an estimate. Francie showed up on time for the appointment and examined the basement. Another contractor (who had just finished installing an egress window) had already alerted me to signs of water problems and concerns about an inferior existing perimeter drain system. Francie identified a couple more problems I had not already noticed, and explained in detail a few things that were not done correctly with the initial construction and a subsequent retrofit attempt done by the previous owners of the house. I quizzed her in detail about the process BWS would follow to address the issue - partly because I wanted to see whether she knew what she was talking about, and also because I like to do as much of the work myself as my time will allow (to save money and to ensure the job gets done right!). She gave a very detailed description of the methods and materials used for the job, including important dimensions and other details. She also gave me a nice drawing with a section view of the proposed drain system. The initial job, including all the demolition work, new installation and finishing, was quoted at $4334. That said, the only negative aspect of our experience was a lack of responsiveness from Francie. We did not hear from her for a week after her visit, and after emailing her to inquire about our quote, she promptly responded with an apology about mistyping the email address and sent us the quote. However, there was an even worse fumble that I'll get to below. Armed with the information from Francie, I decided to take a shot at the entire job myself. Or at least the demolition work, which I figured was the most labor-intensive and least-skilled (lowest risk) to take on. I rented a concrete saw and jackhammer, cut and removed 12" of the slab around the perimeter of the basement, then removed and hauled out the concrete, stone and earth until I had a nicely sloped trench. On August 3, I asked Francie to requote the job based on me doing the above work. She responded immediately and said she'd get right back to me with a revised quote. Twenty-two days later, I had completed the demo work but had still not heard from Francie. I emailed her and got another immediate response with an apology about not responding earlier. But after another 17 days, we still hadn't heard from Francie with a revised quote. At this point, we called BWS and accomplished the one thing that makes all the difference with BWS: direct contact with David Horner. David was at our house the next morning. He reviewed my work and said I did a good job overall (with a few minor exceptions that he said he'd be happy to work with). He pointed out a few things that Francie did not catch during her original visit - the contractor who put the egress window in should have installed an overflow drain into the french drain (which David said they could do for us), and he also recommended installing a port for a radon remediation system (in the event we ever need one, it will save some money), plus he offered to install an exta port for a dehumidifer somewhere around the perimeter of the room (in addition to the one next to the sump). David discouraged me from using the new sump basin I'd purchased because it wasn't as robust as the style he typically uses, but he offered to take mine as a trade-in (he'd use it on a different application where it was sufficient for the job). Within three days, I had a revised quote for $2,737, meaning I had saved about $1,500, while also getting the additional work not included with the first quote. The following Monday, we called to accept their proposal and schedule the work. They started three days later and completed the entire job in one day. The finish quality was excellent. I was at work until after they were done, so David came out to meet me the next day and review the job with me. He described in detail everything that was done, some of the minor surprises they encountered and how they handled them, and everything I needed to know about owning my new system. While he was there, I asked for his expert advice on the rest of my basement refinishing project, and he was generous with many details - including what products to purchase and where to get the best deals, and what to avoid. I also knew I had some issues with an adjacent crawl space, so I asked him to take a look at that. He pointed out several problems, the biggest of which is that my crawl space is incorrectly built as a vented crawl space with inadequate moisture protection, which has led to the insulation falling down and mold growth throughout. He recommended a thorough mold remediation and fully encapsulating the crawl space, and again described in detail how I could do it myself, what materials to purchase and where - and also offered to quote the job complete. I'll be writing another review for that job, since we accepted that proposal as well (scheduled to be completed in a single day next week). I will echo the sentiments of many other reviewers - working with David has been a fantastic experience. He comes across as a very simple, down-to-earth, honest contractor. He appears to be concerned first and foremost with my satisfaction of the outcome of my project - whether it is work I have done or paid his team to do for me. He is flatly against pressuring his customers into signing a contract. I have long held an abundance of skepticism for basement waterproofing companies because of horror stories about other people being scammed. Now that I've worked with David, I can say that there is at least one honest company in the area. To those who have given negative reviews here about BWS, I can't argue too much about the issues regarding Francie (my review would have turned out quite differently if she was the only person I dealt with). And I'm sure that David and his team have made a mistake here or there, have forgotten to call someone back, lost an email address or might have quoted a price higher than was expected. But if you write them off for something that simple, you will lose out on what is likely to be a very satisfying experience. I would definitely recommend BWS to anyone who has any type of basement waterproofing or mold issues. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/pa/york/basement-waterproofing-solutions-reviews-493652.htm"},"position":10}]}
Basement Leak Repair reviews from real Angi homeowners in Humboldt, TN
Last update on October 14, 2025
John W.
1.0
01/2025
Poor quality work, even worse communication. Sent man out, stated would receive e-mail statement. NEVER RECEIVED, never MAILED STATEMENT to address they HAD ON FILE. I tried to pay cash at time of repair, which was DECLINED. Customer tried to contact, was told they had no knowledge of repair....
Great, he replaced the one broken and the other one that was in bad shape. He also gave me estimates on some other repair work that needs to be done in my older home.
We contacted BWS in July 2012 and requested an estimate. Francie showed up on time for the appointment and examined the basement. Another contractor (who had just finished installing an egress window) had already alerted me to signs of water problems and concerns about an inferior existing...
When your foundation is in need of repair, you don’t want to settle for just any company. You want the best. At Olshan, we continually strive to be the best in our industry. Weaknesses in your foundation should never be taken lightly; if left unchecked, they can lead to major repairs that can be much more troubling than just the cracks in the walls or doors that stick. Olshan provides professional services for home and business owners in and around Mississippi; including Jackson, Hattiesburg and Greenville, MS. We have both the experience and professionalism to take care of your home repair needs properly. Let us show you what we can do for you. Schedule a free estimate by filling out our online form today.
"The seller refused to give concessions for the repairs so we backed out of the purchase. Olshan professionals performed a very thorough inspection and assessment. They are extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend their services."
Shane G on December 2020
When your foundation is in need of repair, you don’t want to settle for just any company. You want the best. At Olshan, we continually strive to be the best in our industry. Weaknesses in your foundation should never be taken lightly; if left unchecked, they can lead to major repairs that can be much more troubling than just the cracks in the walls or doors that stick. Olshan provides professional services for home and business owners in and around Mississippi; including Jackson, Hattiesburg and Greenville, MS. We have both the experience and professionalism to take care of your home repair needs properly. Let us show you what we can do for you. Schedule a free estimate by filling out our online form today.
"The seller refused to give concessions for the repairs so we backed out of the purchase. Olshan professionals performed a very thorough inspection and assessment. They are extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend their services."
All things Basementy! Basement Waterproofing, Basement Repair, Crawl Space Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair, Foundation & Structural Repairs, Concrete Leveling, and Radon Mitigation. We can help improve your home and are committed to providing WOW customer service! We service Central Tennessee, Southwestern Kentucky, and Northern Alamaba.
"Pleasure to have them work on my home"
Darryl C on February 2024
All things Basementy! Basement Waterproofing, Basement Repair, Crawl Space Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair, Foundation & Structural Repairs, Concrete Leveling, and Radon Mitigation. We can help improve your home and are committed to providing WOW customer service! We service Central Tennessee, Southwestern Kentucky, and Northern Alamaba.
Groundworks is North America’s leading foundation repair and water management solutions company. Groundworks has been serving homeowners across the U.S. and Canada for decades, providing quality home repair solutions. Groundworks is a BBB-accredited business and a multi-time recipient of the Angi Super Service Award. Our 50-plus years of combined expertise brings Tennessee homeowners innovative solutions and industry-leading warranties to protect their biggest investment, their home. 68623 (TN)
Groundworks is North America’s leading foundation repair and water management solutions company. Groundworks has been serving homeowners across the U.S. and Canada for decades, providing quality home repair solutions. Groundworks is a BBB-accredited business and a multi-time recipient of the Angi Super Service Award. Our 50-plus years of combined expertise brings Tennessee homeowners innovative solutions and industry-leading warranties to protect their biggest investment, their home. 68623 (TN)
At Mr. Foundation, also known as DFX Foundation & Waterproofing Experts, we don't just repair homes; we restore peace of mind. Operating across various markets in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee, our company was founded on the principle that expertise and ethics come first. Unlike typical businesses led by sales targets, our roots are firmly planted in engineering excellence and a commitment to genuine solutions. Our team specializes in a comprehensive range of services, including professional foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space repair and encapsulation, as well as concrete repair and lifting. But what truly sets us apart is our approach. We see each home as a unique project and each client as a valued partner.
"I live in an antebellum house, built in 1837. Over the past 175 years some of the bricks underneath the fireplace in the living room and gathering room had crumbled. The floor needed repairs and leveling. I contacted 4 companies to evaluate the problem and develop a solution. Luke Griffin, with Mr. Foundation, was the only person who actually went under the house and took pictures of the problem for us to see. We were able to see what was happening at the fireplaces. He then studied the problem and the next day offered us a solution. They came and installed steel beams with stainless steel jacks, leveled the floors and resolved the problem. I tell people an elephant now could jump up and down on the floors. Would I recommend Mr. Foundation?? 100%!!! And, FYI, their price was considerably less than two of the other companies."
Tommy T on May 2021
At Mr. Foundation, also known as DFX Foundation & Waterproofing Experts, we don't just repair homes; we restore peace of mind. Operating across various markets in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee, our company was founded on the principle that expertise and ethics come first. Unlike typical businesses led by sales targets, our roots are firmly planted in engineering excellence and a commitment to genuine solutions. Our team specializes in a comprehensive range of services, including professional foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space repair and encapsulation, as well as concrete repair and lifting. But what truly sets us apart is our approach. We see each home as a unique project and each client as a valued partner.
"I live in an antebellum house, built in 1837. Over the past 175 years some of the bricks underneath the fireplace in the living room and gathering room had crumbled. The floor needed repairs and leveling. I contacted 4 companies to evaluate the problem and develop a solution. Luke Griffin, with Mr. Foundation, was the only person who actually went under the house and took pictures of the problem for us to see. We were able to see what was happening at the fireplaces. He then studied the problem and the next day offered us a solution. They came and installed steel beams with stainless steel jacks, leveled the floors and resolved the problem. I tell people an elephant now could jump up and down on the floors. Would I recommend Mr. Foundation?? 100%!!! And, FYI, their price was considerably less than two of the other companies."
Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, and Ohio with over 20 years of experience. Our repairs come with a life of the structure warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- the most valuable investment you'll ever make.
"Thrilled with the results! Good design and implementation."
Janet E on June 2023
Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, and Ohio with over 20 years of experience. Our repairs come with a life of the structure warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- the most valuable investment you'll ever make.
"Thrilled with the results! Good design and implementation."
Family owned business with over 20 years of experience. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Whether it be your HVAC unit or a full remodel give us a call today!
"Excellent the young man was awesome"
Tara T on December 2024
Family owned business with over 20 years of experience. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Whether it be your HVAC unit or a full remodel give us a call today!
F&J Construction Group specializes in home renovation. Drywall, Demo, Electrical, painting, and hand full of different avenues. We are a business you can count on. 2 owners have been in the business for 5yrs. We are bilingual and very professional. We have a very diverse crew of professionals.
F&J Construction Group specializes in home renovation. Drywall, Demo, Electrical, painting, and hand full of different avenues. We are a business you can count on. 2 owners have been in the business for 5yrs. We are bilingual and very professional. We have a very diverse crew of professionals.
We do anything from new construction to simple repairs, with a focus on roofing. Owens Corning Roofing PLATINUM Preferred Contractor! Only contractor in Mississippi that offers an Owens Corning 50-year shingle warrantee! Proudly partnered with Ole Miss University! Give me a call today for all your residential or commercial roofing and building / home care needs, let's see how fast I can have a crew within your four walls!
We do anything from new construction to simple repairs, with a focus on roofing. Owens Corning Roofing PLATINUM Preferred Contractor! Only contractor in Mississippi that offers an Owens Corning 50-year shingle warrantee! Proudly partnered with Ole Miss University! Give me a call today for all your residential or commercial roofing and building / home care needs, let's see how fast I can have a crew within your four walls!
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FAQs for basement leak repair projects in Humboldt, TN
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 $2,500and $5,000 to waterproof, but that price rises significantly for a larger basement.
The Humboldt, TN homeowners’ guide to basement leak repair services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
An unfinished basement has a lot of potential for a family room or guest suite. So how much does it cost to finish a basement? Read on for all cost factors.
A variety of factors can affect your total crawl space encapsulation cost. Here’s a breakdown of the cost of this project, whether you hire a pro or DIY.
A finished basement adds valuable living space to your home. Learn how much value a finished basement adds to your home and what affects your return on investment.