Basement Waterproofing in Mantua Corners, OH

Our Mantua Corners basement leaks along the wall facing the highway. What's going on?

That wall likely takes runoff from the road and ditch. The soil there stays wetter than on other sides. Drainage along the footing catches the water, and we'll look at the grade out front too.

My Mantua Corners sump pump quit during a storm and the basement flooded. How do I prevent that?

A battery backup pump takes over when the power fails or the main pump stops. It sits beside the main pump in the same pit. Many homeowners add an alarm as well.

We've got puddles where the wall meets the floor in our Mantua Corners basement. Why there?

That seam is the cove joint, and it's the first place groundwater pushes through. An interior drain along the footing relieves that pressure before water reaches the floor.

Can a Mantua Corners basement be waterproofed without digging outside?

In most cases, yes. Interior drainage and a sump pump handle groundwater from inside. Exterior digging is only needed in some cases, and we'll tell you if yours is one.

Our crawl space in Mantua Corners has a puddle after every big rain. What should we do?

Standing water means the crawl space needs a drain and a small sump. Then a heavy vapor barrier covers the soil and walls. That keeps both water and damp air out of the house.

Where should the downspouts go on my Mantua Corners house?

Well away from the foundation, on ground that slopes off. Downspouts that dump at the corners soak the clay right where the basement is. Extensions or buried lines can carry the water farther.

How long will waterproofing take at our Mantua Corners home?

Most jobs take one to three days. Bigger basements or added crawl space work can take longer. You'll get the schedule in writing, and we clean up at the end of each day.

I'd like to turn my Mantua Corners basement into a rec room. Should waterproofing come first?

Yes. Get the water and humidity under control before any framing or drywall goes in. That way the new room stays dry and you won't have to tear anything out later.

My Mantua Corners basement has a damp smell but no puddles. Is waterproofing needed?

Maybe. A damp smell can come from slow seepage, a crawl space or humid air. We'll check for each during a free inspection and only recommend what the basement needs.

I need a waterproofing company near me in Mantua Corners, OH. Who serves the area?

All American Basement Waterproofing sends its own crew from Wadsworth to Mantua Corners. We're family-owned since 1985 with an A+ BBB rating. Call (330) 366-3028 for a free inspection.