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Q: Do all basements eventually flood?

• <div><p>Statistics show that 98% of basements will experience some form of water damage over time. However, that doesn&rsquo;t mean all basements will experience severe flooding. The best way to prevent a water-damaged basement is to keep up with home maintenance and have proper drainage installed outside your home to direct water away from the foundation. You can also consider building a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/flood-wall-around-house.htm">flood wall around the house</a> if you live in a flood-prone area.</p></div>

Q: Is a pier and beam the same as a crawl space?

• <div><p>Although the two terms are closely related and often used interchangeably, pier and beam foundations and crawl spaces are different things. A pier and beam foundation is made up of concrete piers and wooden beams and creates a space under the home known as a crawl space. There are several types of foundations that create crawl spaces, often collectively known as &ldquo;crawl space foundations,&rdquo; but the crawl space itself is separate from the foundation. </p></div>

Q: Is it safe to stay in a house with a flooded basement?

• <div><p>It depends on <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/causes-and-costs-flooded-basement.htm">what caused your basement flooding</a>, the extent of the problem, and the risk of the flood continuing. If your flood is coming from a septic system or sewer line, breathing in the sewer gasses can be dangerous, so you should vacate. If the flood occurs from an ongoing natural disaster, relocating to a safe area might be wise. If you just have a plumbing leak or rainwater coming in, you can likely stay in the house if you don&rsquo;t have electrical lines down there, but make sure you call in professionals to fix the issue immediately. </p></div>

Q: Is water coming up from the floor an emergency?

• <div><p>Yes, water coming up from the floor should be treated as an emergency. If you're unable to either identify or stop the source of the water on your own, contact an emergency plumber right away. In addition to harming your flooring, standing or pooled water can lead to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/will-water-damage-concrete.htm">water-damaged concrete</a>.</p></div>

Q: How do I make sure my basement walls are waterproof?

• <div><p>To ensure your basement walls are waterproof, it's crucial to address any existing moisture issues before finishing. Inspect for signs of water seepage, such as dampness or discoloration, and repair any leaks or cracks. Install a vapor barrier to prevent moisture from penetrating the walls, and consider waterproofing paints or coatings.</p><p>Proper drainage systems, such as interior or exterior waterproofing, can also be beneficial.</p></div>

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Last update on August 22, 2026

Reviewed in August 2026
Did a fabulous job cleaning out my basement! Very honest hard working people. Friendly efficient staff. Willing to go the extra mile to make sure you are satisfied.
JCM TOWING,JUNK REMOVAL AND SMALL DEMOLITION
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Reviewed in May 2025
We had ceiling tiles in the basement that had evidence of mouse droppings and such. We really wanted to make sure that the air we were breathing down there ,it being a basement, was clean. Mark and his crew came in and cleaned everything up. They were profesional, honest, tidy and super...
PuroClean of Lake Forest
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Reviewed in January 2025
Lakeview Window Cleaning performed post-construction cleaning of my basement following a major foundation repair. I'm very pleased with the work that was done and am happy to recommend Noe and his team.
Lakeview Cleaning Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2024
I had water damage in my basement after a recent storm. On -call came out and cleaned and dried my basement. They have high-quality services, equipment, and outstanding customer service. They explained every set of the process to me. I highly recommend using on-call!
On-Call Restoration
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Reviewed in June 2024
Kitchen remodel. Matt was very responsive and easy to work with. He was very organized and was able to complete the job in 2 weeks. The issues we had were from the people he brought in. Electrical - did not clean up wood shavings from where he drilled in basement, and I had to fix...
MH Renovations LLC
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Reviewed in February 2024
Alpha ventures , is by far the most professional team I’ve ever had the pleasure working on my house. Not only are they courteous of my house. The work they do is amazing! Also because of Chris ( owner of alpha) my basement escaped a flood while he was working on my basement he noticed that my...
Alpha Ventures
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Reviewed in December 2023
They did a great job also with the clean up in the basement
Integrated Pest Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Chuck and Eric came and worked on installing outlets in our basement and replacing an outlet in our patio. Very professional and knowledgeable. Reasonable price would definitely hire them again. A+++
Your IT Guy
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Reviewed in May 2023
We recently bought a home left as-is. Previous home owner last a huge mess. Big T helped tremendously. They cleared basement and bedrooms. Big T was responsive and completed promptly.
Honey Bees Moving and Storage
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Reviewed in March 2022
My basement insulation was scheduled right away and completed promptly. Greg and his crew were friendly and pleasant. Communication with them was terrific. They protected my property during the job and left the work area clean. I would highly recommend CNG.
CNG insulation llc
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Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1957

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"My sump pump goes off all the time; I think there is a natural spring around my house. Joe Silverberg, my local U.S. Waterproofing rep., has been wonderful in advising me on my sump pump replacement, (which works beautifully by the way and gives me so much peace of mind!), and on sealing cracks in my basement walls. Whenever I have needed him, Joe comes over right away to address the situation. I highly recommend Joe and U.S. Waterproofing, who does excellent work and stands by that work!"

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Perma-Seal Basement Systems

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Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

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Emergency services offered

"Doug Blevins is a great technician. I would recommend him for basement waterproofing inspections."

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In business since 2000

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"They were very nice!! The put drain tiles in our basement and beams they were very professional!! The did a wonderful job I highly recommend accurate basement repair!! Thank you accurate basement repair From Noelle"

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AccuLevel, Inc. - Rochelle

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In business since 1996

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"This is a great company to use in making a 141 year old basement waterproof. I look foreward to having a waterproo basemant. Craig was pleasant and went the extra mile to make the experience great."

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Everdry Waterproofing

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Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

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Everdry is the Nations leader in basement waterproofing with 100,000 satisfied customers! We help you create dry usable space.

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Innovative Plumbing, LLC

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Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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Customers say: Quality work

"Brad was wonderful and personable. Did a great job and arrived promptly. It was an emergency situation as our sump pump over heated and water was filling the basement. Not sure what rates are for service so I marked it a 4. I know all plumbing calls are on the high side but it was well worth it because he arrived sooner than anyone else was able to."

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Drains R Us of Southeastern Wisconsin

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Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1930

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Drains R Us of Southeastern Wisconsin (262) 605-0022 is the premier professional family owned and operated company offering commercial and residential services to our clients in the Kenosha and Racine area. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making your satisfaction our number one priority. We have thousands of happy customers, we focus on quality over quantity and we would love and appreciate your business. \n\nPlease call us today to schedule your appointment with Wisconsins true professionals at work for you! (262)605-0022 (262) 619-0022

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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

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Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

Response time2 days

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Unique Landscaping Service

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Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Small jobs welcome

Unique Landscaping Service, is a professional and full service landscape company that offers high quality craftsmanship in all aspects of landscape design, installation, and maintenance. Our landscapers are highly experienced and get the job done quickly and correctly.

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Response time8 hrs

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Recommended by95%of homeowners

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ASI Salvage and Demolition

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At ASI Salvage & Demolition, no job is too big or too small. We specialize in demolition, commercial cleanouts, junk removal, scrap metal recycling, hauling, and industrial dismantling. Our experienced crew is known for dependable service, competitive pricing, and completing projects safely and on time. We treat every project as if it were our own and are committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations from start to finish.

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Basement Waterproofing questions, answered by experts

Statistics show that 98% of basements will experience some form of water damage over time. However, that doesn’t mean all basements will experience severe flooding. The best way to prevent a water-damaged basement is to keep up with home maintenance and have proper drainage installed outside your home to direct water away from the foundation. You can also consider building a flood wall around the house if you live in a flood-prone area.

Although the two terms are closely related and often used interchangeably, pier and beam foundations and crawl spaces are different things. A pier and beam foundation is made up of concrete piers and wooden beams and creates a space under the home known as a crawl space. There are several types of foundations that create crawl spaces, often collectively known as “crawl space foundations,” but the crawl space itself is separate from the foundation.

It depends on what caused your basement flooding, the extent of the problem, and the risk of the flood continuing. If your flood is coming from a septic system or sewer line, breathing in the sewer gasses can be dangerous, so you should vacate. If the flood occurs from an ongoing natural disaster, relocating to a safe area might be wise. If you just have a plumbing leak or rainwater coming in, you can likely stay in the house if you don’t have electrical lines down there, but make sure you call in professionals to fix the issue immediately.

Yes, water coming up from the floor should be treated as an emergency. If you're unable to either identify or stop the source of the water on your own, contact an emergency plumber right away. In addition to harming your flooring, standing or pooled water can lead to water-damaged concrete.

To ensure your basement walls are waterproof, it's crucial to address any existing moisture issues before finishing. Inspect for signs of water seepage, such as dampness or discoloration, and repair any leaks or cracks. Install a vapor barrier to prevent moisture from penetrating the walls, and consider waterproofing paints or coatings.

Proper drainage systems, such as interior or exterior waterproofing, can also be beneficial.

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