Hillside runoff, dense clay and worn footing drains let water into Moreland Hills basements. We install interior drainage, sump pumps and sealing that keep them dry.
Much of Moreland Hills is rolling and wooded, cut by ravines that run down to the Chagrin River. Rain falling on higher ground soaks in and moves downhill through the soil. When a house sits in its path, the water piles up against the uphill foundation wall. That wall can stay wet long after the storm passes, and seepage appears at the floor joint or through cracks and mortar lines.
The subsoil is dense clay and glacial till that lets water through slowly. It holds moisture against the basement for days, and in spring it may stay saturated for weeks. When it freezes and thaws, it also shifts and opens gaps along the wall. Each new rain adds to what the ground is already holding, and pressure on the walls and floor keeps building until it finds a way in.
Homes built from the late 1930s through the 1960s often have block walls and original clay or early plastic footing drains. By now many of those drains are clogged with silt or crushed by roots and settling. Newer homes have better drains, but their sump pumps still wear out. When the drain or pump fails, water that should leave underground ends up inside, usually in the same corner every time.
The main fix is an interior drain along the footing. We cut a channel at the edge of the floor, lay perforated pipe in washed stone and slope it to a sump pit. A membrane on the wall guides any seepage down to the pipe. Cracks that leak are sealed with injection, and the floor is closed with new concrete.
The sump gets a reliable pump and a battery backup that runs during power outages, with a discharge line carried well away from the house. We check gutters, downspouts and grading, especially on the uphill side. Crawl spaces get vapor barriers. When the work is done, we run water into the system and test it all with you before we pack up.
Moreland Hills basements face water from the slope above and slow-draining clay below. Our systems handle both, with drainage, pumping and sealing built to last.
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 Moreland Hills 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 home base is 298 E Walnut St in Wadsworth, where the family has run the company since 1985. We hold an A+ BBB rating, and our own employees handle every Moreland Hills estimate and job.
Call (330) 366-3028 to book a free inspection. We check the basement, sump, grading and downspouts and give you a written plan and price. Financing is available, and there's 24/7 emergency response for flooded basements.
We recently hired All American Basement Waterproofing to address some structural and moisture issues in our basement, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Mike and his team installed carbon fiber straps on one of our basement walls.
Exceptional basement waterproofing, highly recommend. I had an outstanding experience with All American Basement for my basement.
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.
Not always. If the leaks are limited to one or two walls, drainage along those may be enough. We'll look at the whole basement and explain what makes sense.
Sometimes, but old drains are often crushed or full of roots. An interior drain tied to a sump is usually more reliable. We'll check the options during the inspection.
It could be groundwater pushing up, or a backup from the drain line. We'll check both. The fix depends on which one it is, so we look before we recommend anything.
Often it's humid air hitting cool walls. A dehumidifier helps pull that moisture out of the air. We'll also check for seepage, since the two can happen together.
Most of our waterproofing is done inside, so the yard stays intact. Outside we may adjust grading or extend downspouts. We'll explain any outside work in advance.
Heavy use in spring is normal on slow-draining clay. What matters is whether it keeps up and whether it's wearing out. We'll test it and add a backup if needed.
Yes. We cover the soil and walls with a vapor barrier and seal it. A dehumidifier can help keep it dry. That also helps the room above feel less damp.
Yes. Stains show water got in before and may again in the next wet season. A free inspection will tell you where it came in, why, and what would keep it out.
Yes. It's a written lifetime warranty that transfers to the next owner. It's a plus when you sell, because buyers can see the work is covered.
All American Basement Waterproofing, with our own crew from Wadsworth. We're family-owned since 1985 with an A+ BBB rating. Call (330) 366-3028 to set up a free inspection.
Moreland Hills 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 Moreland Hills 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