From the century-old homes near downtown Akron to the newer builds out toward the edges of the city, All American keeps Akron basements dry with 40 years of local waterproofing and foundation repair. Free estimate, transferable lifetime warranty.
All American is family-owned and headquartered in Wadsworth, a short drive southwest of Akron, and we have been fixing wet basements across this part of Summit County since 1985. Akron is our backyard, and we know what the ground here does to a foundation.
Much of Akron sits on the heavy glacial clay soil that runs through Northeast Ohio, and that clay holds water instead of draining it. After a long spring rain or a fast snowmelt, the saturated ground presses against your foundation walls with a force called hydrostatic pressure, and it pushes moisture in through cove joints, cracks and tie-rod holes.
Akron also has a lot of older housing stock, and older block and stone foundations were never sealed to handle today's wet cycles. It does not take a flood to get a wet basement here; one soggy week of freeze, thaw and rain is usually enough to find every weak spot in the wall.
Water is only part of the problem in Akron. The same clay that traps moisture swells when wet and shrinks when dry, and that constant push and pull leans on foundation walls until they bow, crack or settle. If you are seeing stair-step cracks in the block, a wall bowing inward, or doors and windows upstairs that suddenly stick, that is structural and it will not heal on its own.
We stabilize Akron foundations without tearing up your whole yard, using the Richtech Stabilizer System, carbon-fiber straps and epoxy or polyurethane crack injection depending on what the wall needs. Every repair is backed by our transferable lifetime warranty, so the fix stays good even when the house changes hands.
Interior drainage, wall membranes and footing drains that relieve water pressure and stop seepage at the source - keeping your Akron 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 moreAkron is one of the closest cities to our Wadsworth headquarters, so our crews are in and out of Akron neighborhoods constantly. That means quick estimates, familiar faces and no long waits for a company driving in from another county.
When you call, you get people who actually work this area every week and know the local soil, the older foundations and the common trouble spots. We give you a straight assessment and a clear price before any work starts.
From the free estimate to the finished job, everything was on time and exactly what they quoted. The crew was respectful of our home and cleaned up completely. Five stars for a local company that still does things right.
After years of a wet basement every spring, All American installed an interior drainage system and a sump pump with battery backup. We've had heavy storms since and the floor has stayed bone dry. Professional crew, fair price, and they cleaned up every day.
They're local and it shows - on time, honest, and they explained every option without any pressure. Our foundation crack was fixed and sealed, and the lifetime warranty gave us real peace of mind. Highly recommend this family-owned company.
That musty odor usually means moisture is wicking through your foundation, feeding mold and mildew even without visible pooling. In Akron's older housing stock, humid basement air and porous block walls trap dampness. We address the source with interior drainage and dehumidification so the smell does not keep coming back.
Most Akron projects range widely depending on how much wall length needs interior drainage, whether a sump pump is required, and any foundation repair. Price is driven by linear footage, wall condition, and access. We give free written estimates so you see exactly what your Akron home needs before committing to anything.
Yes, a horizontal crack is more serious than a vertical one because it often signals pressure pushing the wall inward. Akron's heavy glacial clay swells against foundations during wet spells. We can stabilize walls with carbon-fiber straps or the Richtech Stabilizer System without tearing up your yard.
If your basement takes on water or your water table is high, yes. A battery backup keeps the pump running during the power outages that come with Akron storms, exactly when you need it most. We size and install sump systems with backups matched to your home's drainage load.
All American Basement Waterproofing serves Akron and all of Summit County. We are family-owned since 1985, A+ rated with the BBB, and back our work with a transferable lifetime warranty. Call (330) 366-3028 for a free inspection and honest assessment of your basement or foundation.
Yes. A dry, warrantied basement removes a common inspection red flag and reassures Akron buyers, and our lifetime warranty transfers to the new owner. Fixing moisture now protects your foundation and often pays back at sale by preventing price reductions over water issues.
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Talk to All American today - we'll inspect your Akron 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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