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Avatar for Northern Basement Systems
Northern Basement Systems
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Fairfield, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Paul Swann evaluated our foundation problem and referred us to an engineer who provided a detailed repair plan. Unfortunately, the nature and scope of the proposed repair plan was outside the parameters of what Northern Basement System's themselves could provide. We appreciated their honesty and have been looking for a contractor to take on the project."
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+25

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Lackey Land Works
5.0(
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Basement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Fairfield, VT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric was hired for basement waterproofing but ran into a myriad of other problems, all of which he handled competently and efficiently. He was easy to work with and priced fairly. I highly recommend him."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Basement Solutions LLC
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationBasement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - Repair

Serving Fairfield, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We pride our company on reliability, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade. We look forward to earning your business! We specialize in concrete crack repair and injections, basement waterproofing, sump pump installations, basement and egress window installations, crawlspace repair, moisture control, foundation repair and so much more.\nCall us today for a free estimate.

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11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Letourneau's Civil Construction, LLC
2.8(
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Fairfield, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We were very pleased with the work he did. I would recommend him to mother people. He communicated with us very well and we knew when and where he was at all times."
Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Green Mountain Basement Solutions LLC
4.0(
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Basement Drainage Channels - InstallBasement Drainage Channels - RepairFoundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Fairfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work itself, the actual basement waterproofing appears to be working but our flood season hasn't come yet so, I'm reserving judgement. But, the way the work was done was a problem and the initial way that they got with the problem wasn't satisfactory. Eventually, months after work I did get some resolution but is wasn't a smooth transaction. We moved some of the finished portions of the basement to do their work and the way that that was handled was very sloppy and rushed, and very expensive to repair. And then, when the initial point of having somebody come and look at all my questions, it was not the owner, it was his foreman and it was not dealt within a professional manner. After 2 contacts, tried to explain what the problems were and has offered that they have an annual service to make sure that everything is working and there's a fee for that, though he offered 2 years of that with no cost, so that was a nice gesture. He tried to make up for the problems but like I said, there were problems."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Twin State Basement Services - Home Facebook
3.7(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / Encapsulation

Serving Fairfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Twin State Basement Services to install perimeter drains in my basement after experiencing a water problem caused by hydraulic pressure under the floor. From the time I placed the phone call to the completion of the job it was clear to me that I was in excellent hands. I promptly received a call back within 24 hrs of it being placed. In all phases of the job from the size up and quote to the the completion of the job their work was beyond reproach. Refik and his crew were timely, efficient, courteous and professional. What impressed me the most was Refik's attention to detail and his personal commitment to "doing the job right". Nobody likes to have a water problem in their home but doing business with Twin State Basement Services made it much more palatable. This company was a great find for me. Highly recommend."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Yes, crawl spaces can attract bugs, especially since moisture tends to build up in the space, and moisture attracts pests. A good way to prevent pest infestation in your crawl space is to install a vapor barrier—called crawl space encapsulation—on the interior to seal the space, along with a French drain or some other kind of foundation drainage system outside to keep runoff out of your crawl space. You can also seal foundation cracks and repair damages to cut off access to pests.

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.

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.  

While water in your basement is unlikely to make you sick unless it’s coming from a sewage backup, mold is likely to start to grow in wet areas within 24 hours, and mold can make you sick. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), inhaling mold spores can cause allergy symptoms, including runny nose, itchy eyes, difficulty breathing, wheezing, and itchy skin. Individuals with pre-existing respiratory issues like asthma and immunocompromised individuals are at an elevated risk of symptoms when inhaling mold spores.

Crawl space foundation problems can stem from a few different issues, but the most common are moisture and water problems and soil instability. Moisture and water issues are often a result of poor drainage, which can lead to water intrusion and soil expansion and contraction, leaving your foundation under added stress. A few things can cause soil instability, including poor drainage, karst landscapes and resulting sinkholes, and poorly compacted soil during construction.

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