Basement Waterproofing in Brimfield, OH

Water seeps in at the bottom of my Brimfield basement walls. Where is it coming from?

That's the cove joint, where the wall meets the floor. Groundwater pressure pushes water through that seam. An interior drain along the footing catches it before it reaches the floor.

Our Brimfield block basement has wet spots halfway up the wall. Why there?

Block walls have hollow cores that fill with water. It then weeps out through the face or the mortar joints. We drain the cores into an interior system so the water has somewhere to go.

My neighbor in Brimfield has a dry basement and mine isn't. What's different?

Small differences matter a lot. Grading, downspouts, an old tile line or a wetter pocket of soil can put more water against one house. We'll look at your lot and walls to find the cause.

It's the middle of winter in Brimfield. Can my basement still be waterproofed?

Yes. Interior drainage is done from inside, so frozen ground doesn't stop the work. Many people like to have it in place before the spring thaw. We'll set a schedule that fits.

We have a dirt-floor crawl space under part of our Brimfield house. What should be done with it?

A thick vapor barrier over the soil and up the walls keeps ground moisture out of your home. If water pools there, a small drain and sump can handle it. We'll check it during the inspection.

The sump in our Brimfield basement is old and noisy. Should it be replaced?

If it's struggling, likely yes. We check the pump, the pit, the check valve and the discharge line. A new pump with a battery backup gives you two ways to keep water out.

I've been told exterior digging is the only fix for my Brimfield basement. Is that true?

Usually it isn't. Interior drainage handles groundwater in most basements without tearing up the yard. Some cases do need outside work, and we'll tell you honestly if yours is one.

Where should the downspouts drain on my Brimfield home?

Well away from the foundation, on a slope that carries water off. Downspouts that dump at the corners soak the clay right where the basement is. We'll point out any that need extending.

Brimfield basement flooded overnight. Can someone come today?

Yes. We offer 24/7 emergency response for flooded basements. Call (330) 366-3028 and we'll get moving. Keep clear of standing water near outlets or appliances until the power is off.

I want a waterproofing company near me in Brimfield, OH. Do you cover the township?

Yes, we cover all of Brimfield Township. All American Basement Waterproofing is family-owned in Wadsworth, working since 1985 with an A+ BBB rating. Call (330) 366-3028 for a free inspection.