Basement Waterproofing in Creston, OH

My Creston basement floods even though we have a sump pump. What's wrong?

Often the pit has no drain feeding it, so water leaks in along the walls and never reaches the pump. We install a perimeter drain at the footing that carries water from every wall to the pit.

Our sump discharge line in Creston freezes every winter. How do we stop that?

We reroute the line with a steady slope so water doesn't sit in it, and add an outlet that lets water escape if the end ices over. That keeps the pump from pushing against a blocked line.

The power went out and my Creston basement flooded. Would a backup have helped?

Almost certainly. A battery backup pump sits in the same pit and runs automatically when the power drops. It keeps the water down until the electricity comes back on.

How can I tell if the sump pump in my Creston home is wearing out?

Warning signs include loud grinding, running without stopping, short cycling and rust around the pump. If it's more than several years old or struggling in heavy rain, we'll test it and tell you honestly.

Water drips out of little holes in my Creston basement wall. What's causing it?

Those are tie-rod holes from when the wall was formed. The metal rusts and water follows it inside. We seal them and make sure a drain below catches anything that still seeps.

Is it better to waterproof our Creston basement from inside or outside?

For most Creston homes, interior drainage does the job and leaves your yard alone. Excavating outside makes sense only in special cases. We'll explain the options after the free inspection.

I want to finish our Creston basement someday. What should happen first?

Get the water under control and put a reliable sump in place. Once the drain, membrane and backup are in, finishing is much safer. We'll leave access to the pit.

How long will your crew work in my Creston basement?

Most Creston basements take one to three days. A new pit or extra crack injection can add a little time. You'll get the schedule in writing before we start.

We're selling our Creston home. Does the waterproofing warranty go to the buyer?

Yes. Our lifetime warranty is written and transfers to the next owner. It shows buyers the water problem was fixed and is still covered, which makes the basement one less thing to negotiate.

I'm looking for basement waterproofing near me in Creston, OH. Who can help?

All American Basement Waterproofing has worked in Creston since 1985. We're family-owned, based in Wadsworth, A+ rated with the BBB, and our own crew does every install. Call (330) 366-3028 for a free inspection.