North Lawrence is a small unincorporated community in southwestern Lawrence Township that grew up around coal mining. We waterproof its basements and repair its foundations with our own crew.
North Lawrence was laid out in 1852, first under the name Lawrence, and it takes its name from Lawrence Township. It never incorporated and is counted today as a census-designated place, and only a couple hundred people live there. In the late 1800s, coal companies opened mines in and around the community, and it grew as a place where miners and their families lived.
A settlement that old has homes of many ages. Some houses date from the mining years, with stone, brick or early block foundations and little or no drainage. Others were built through the 1900s and later on larger rural lots. Each kind of basement lets water in at different places, from the joints of a stone wall to the cove joint of a poured floor.
The countryside around North Lawrence is open, with fields and scattered homes. Stark County clay holds rain and snowmelt against foundations, and freeze and thaw work on older concrete and mortar every winter. Basements on lower ground take water first in spring. Crawl spaces under porches and additions often hold damp air that the house above ends up breathing.
Older foundations in North Lawrence have carried their houses a long time. Mortar in stone and brick walls wears away, block walls can bow under clay pressure, and additions put on over the years often sit on shallower footings. Ground in a former mining area can also settle unevenly, so we look closely for signs of it.
Most repairs are done from inside the basement. Carbon-fiber straps hold walls with early bowing, and the Richtech Stabilizer System braces walls that have moved further and can be tightened to ease them back toward plumb. Steel push piers support settling sections, and injection seals leaking cracks.
Interior drainage, wall membranes and footing drains that relieve water pressure and stop seepage at the source - keeping your North Lawrence basement dry for good.
Learn moreBowing walls and settlement cracks stabilized permanently with the Richtech Stabilizer System, carbon-fiber straps, and epoxy/polyurethane crack injection.
Learn moreHigh-capacity sump systems with battery backup and water-alarm monitoring that automatically clear water before it accumulates - even when the power goes out.
Learn moreFrench drains, downspout extensions and regraded surface drainage that move stormwater away from your foundation before it ever reaches your basement.
Learn moreRepair, replacement and maintenance of gutters and downspouts so roof runoff is captured and carried far from your foundation - your first line of defense.
Learn moreCode-compliant egress windows that add a safe emergency exit, flood your basement with natural light, and unlock legal bedroom potential and home value.
Learn morePowerful dehumidification and moisture control that clears musty odors, protects against mold, and turns a damp basement into fresh, comfortable living space.
Learn moreDurable, energy-efficient glass block windows that resist leaks and break-ins while still letting daylight into your basement - a clean, permanent upgrade.
Learn moreAll American Basement Waterproofing is family-owned and has worked out of 298 E Walnut St in Wadsworth since 1985. The crew that comes to North Lawrence is made up of our own employees, and we hold an A+ BBB rating.
We start with a free estimate at your home. We check the basement, any crawl space, the grading and the gutters, then give you a written plan with the problem, the repair and the price. Call (330) 366-3028.
Mike and Ken and the other workers, what can I say? They have gone above and beyond for us. This has been a very challenging job, and Mike the owner has been back several times to make it right.
Positive experience from start to finish. Scheduled the estimate within days and got us right on the calendar for the repair. Ken was great to work with and answered my numerous questions with patience. The crew arrived on time.
Brian was the lead on the job, him and his crew were absolutely astounding. They worked extremely hard and I commend them for their professionalism and their knowledge.
Yes, in most cases. Old stone or brick basements leak through the joints, so we add an interior drain and a sump to catch water at the base. We also check the walls for movement before recommending anything.
It's worth knowing what's under you. Settling can have many causes, and mining is only one. We look for signs of movement during a free inspection and tell you honestly what we see and whether piers are needed.
A vapor barrier over the bare soil and up the walls blocks most of the ground moisture. A dehumidifier can help if the air stays damp. We'll check for standing water or drainage issues too.
Snowmelt and spring rain saturate the clay around the house, and that's when water pressure peaks. The rest of the year the soil is drier. Drainage at the footing handles those spring peaks.
We route the line so water empties well away from the house and downhill, never toward a well or septic field. We'll walk the lot with you and agree on the spot before installing.
Often, yes. Carbon-fiber straps hold walls with early bowing. Walls that have moved more can get the Richtech Stabilizer System, which can be tightened over time to bring the wall back toward plumb.
Yes. We offer 24/7 emergency response for flooded basements. Call (330) 366-3028. Stay away from water near outlets, and turn off power only if the panel is dry and safe to reach.
Yes. Any water or humidity problem will damage new walls and flooring. Get drainage and moisture under control first, then build. We'll tell you exactly what your basement needs.
Yes, we offer financing options. We'll go over them during the free estimate. You'll have the written price before deciding, and there's no pressure to decide on the spot.
All American Basement Waterproofing sends its own crew from Wadsworth. We're family-owned, working since 1985, with an A+ BBB rating. Call (330) 366-3028 for a free estimate.
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Talk to All American today - we'll inspect your North Lawrence basement or foundation and give you an honest, written estimate at no cost. Family-owned and protecting Northeast Ohio homes since 1985.
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