Basement Waterproofing & Foundation Repair in Parma Heights, OH

Our Parma Heights bungalow was built in the 1950s and the basement smells like wet stone. Is that normal for an old house?

It's common, but it isn't something you have to live with. That smell usually comes from moisture moving through the block. We find where it enters and stop it, and a dehumidifier can handle what's left in the air.

The side yard between our house and the neighbor's in Parma Heights is always soggy. Could that be causing our leak?

Quite possibly. Narrow side yards catch roof water from both houses and hold it right against your wall. We check the grading and downspouts and often add interior drainage along that side.

My Parma Heights downspouts go into pipes in the ground. How do I know if those are broken?

Watch for water bubbling up near the house, sinkholes along the line or a leak that lines up with one downspout. Many of these old lines are cracked or clogged. Redirecting the water above ground with extensions is often a simple fix.

We found a white crust on the basement block in our Parma Heights home. What does it mean?

That crust is efflorescence, minerals left when water passes through the block and evaporates. It tells you water is moving through the wall. A wall membrane with drainage behind it stops that from happening.

Can a big tree near our Parma Heights house hurt the foundation?

It can. Roots pull moisture out of clay, and dry clay shrinks, which can let one part of the foundation drop. Roots can also crush old drain tile. We look for signs of both during an inspection.

I'm finishing the basement in our Parma Heights ranch. Should I waterproof first?

Yes, handle the water before you frame or hang drywall. We make sure the floor and walls stay dry and humidity is under control. Then the finished space won't be at risk every spring.

Our Parma Heights basement flooded during a power outage. What can we do about that?

A battery backup pump keeps water moving when the main pump loses power. It sits in the same pit and switches on automatically. We can also check whether your main pump is sized for the water you get.

Is it worth fixing a wet basement before we sell our Parma Heights home?

Usually, yes. Buyers and inspectors notice water stains and cracks. A completed repair with a written warranty that transfers to the new owner answers their questions up front.

We're older homeowners in Parma Heights. Can you explain our options without pressure?

Of course. We walk through what we find in plain terms and put the plan in writing. You can take your time, ask family to look it over and call us when you're ready.

I need a waterproofing and foundation company near me in Parma Heights, OH. Who can help?

All American Basement Waterproofing is a family-owned company in Wadsworth, working since 1985 with an A+ BBB rating. Our own crew does every job. Call (330) 366-3028 for a free estimate.