Big finished basements, hillside runoff and aging sump pumps are the usual trouble in Bentleyville. We put in drainage, reliable pumps and sealing that keep the lower level usable.
Bentleyville lies above the Chagrin River, and much of the village drains toward it through wooded slopes and small streams. When a house sits partway down a slope, storm runoff flows across the yard and meets the foundation. Soil on the uphill side stays soaked after each rain, and that water looks for any gap in the wall or at the floor. Clay in the subsoil slows drainage and holds it there.
Most homes here were built with a footing drain and a sump pit, which was good practice. But pumps wear out, float switches stick and discharge lines freeze or clog. Footing drains can silt up over the decades too. Many owners find out only when a spring thaw or long summer storm overwhelms a system that has been slowly failing. A pump that ran fine for years can stop without warning.
A finished basement hides the early signs. Water can seep in behind drywall at the cove joint or through a hairline crack for months. By the time you notice a stain on the carpet, a warped baseboard or a musty smell, the framing and insulation may already be wet and mold can be starting. Stored boxes and furniture against the walls can soak up water quietly too.
If the existing drain is failing, we install a new interior drain along the footing. A trench is cut at the edge of the floor, perforated pipe goes in on clean stone and runs to a sump pit. A wall membrane guides seepage down into the pipe, and the floor is closed up with fresh concrete. Leaking cracks get injection.
The pit gets a quality sump pump with a battery backup for outages, and we route the discharge far enough downhill that the water does not come back. We check gutters and downspouts on the uphill side. For finished spaces we plan the work to disturb as little as we can, and we clean up at the end of each day.
Bentleyville basements face hillside runoff, aging pumps and finished walls that hide leaks. We handle the drain, the sump, the discharge and the cracks as one system.
A perimeter drain captures water at the wall-floor joint and routes it to your sump before it reaches the floor.
A durable moisture barrier directs wall seepage into the drain and keeps the space dry and bright.
Collected water is moved out and away from your foundation by a high-capacity sump system.
The most common entry points are sealed watertight as part of the complete system.
You work directly with the All American team at every step.
We come out, find where the water gets in and walk you through what we see.
You get a fixed-price plan in plain English, with financing options if you want them.
Our own crew installs the drain, membrane and sump, usually in one to three days.
We test the pump with you and hand over a written, transferable lifetime warranty.
Interior drainage, wall membranes and footing drains that relieve water pressure and stop seepage at the source - keeping your Bentleyville 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 moreOur shop is at 298 E Walnut St in Wadsworth, and our own employees make the drive to Bentleyville for every estimate and every job. The family has run the company since 1985 and holds an A+ BBB rating.
Start with a free inspection of the basement, sump, grading and downspouts. You get a written plan with the cause, the fix and the price. Financing is available, and flooded basements get 24/7 emergency response at (330) 366-3028.
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We had our cellar door stairs waterproofed, a drain in the basement and downlines for our gutters installed. The crew was great to work with.
A pit that fills quickly means a lot of groundwater is reaching it, which is common on slopes. We'll check how often the pump cycles and whether it keeps up. A larger or second pump may be needed.
Usually we only remove the lower part of the wall finish along the walls that leak. That lets us install drainage and a membrane at the floor. We'll explain exactly what comes out before we start.
It matters a lot. If the line empties close to the house, the water soaks back in and the pump runs again. We make sure it drains well away and downhill.
That corner likely gets the most runoff, often from a downspout or the uphill slope. The footing drain there may also be clogged. Interior drainage catches water along that stretch before it reaches the floor.
Add a battery backup sump pump. It takes over when the power is out and keeps the pit from overflowing. We install and test it along with the main pump.
It helps with humidity, but it won't stop water coming through walls or the floor. If there's seepage, drainage comes first. After that a dehumidifier keeps the air comfortable.
Yes. We work around furnaces, water heaters, stairs and built-ins. The drain can run behind or beside them. We'll mark the layout with you first.
A yearly leak usually gets worse, and it keeps finishes and stored items at risk. Fixing it before a bigger storm is often simpler. We'll give you a free assessment either way.
We offer 24/7 emergency response. Call (330) 366-3028 and we'll get a crew moving. Keep clear of standing water near outlets and shut off basement power if it's safe.
Call All American Basement Waterproofing at (330) 366-3028. Our own crew comes from Wadsworth, and we've been family-owned since 1985 with an A+ BBB rating. The inspection is free.
Bentleyville is one of the many Cuyahoga County communities we serve - or see our full basement waterproofing service.
Talk to All American today - we'll inspect your Bentleyville basement or foundation and give you an honest, written estimate at no cost. Family-owned and protecting Northeast Ohio homes since 1985.
24/7 emergency response · Financing available · Transferable lifetime warranty