Basement Waterproofing in Ontario, OH

Our Ontario home is only a few years old. Why is water already getting into the basement?

Most likely the exterior footing drain has clogged with silt or lost its outlet under the backfill. Water then builds up against the wall like it would at an older home. An interior drain with cleanouts replaces that function and can be serviced later.

Our egress window well in Ontario fills up in heavy rain. What's the fix?

The well needs a drain at the bottom that ties into your drainage system, plus clean gravel so it does not clog. A clear cover keeps most rain and snow out while letting light in. Together they stop the overflow around the window.

My Ontario basement walls feel wet in July. Is that a leak or condensation?

It can be either. Humid summer air condenses on cool concrete and looks a lot like seepage. We test the walls to tell the difference, and a dehumidifier often fixes condensation on its own.

Can we finance the waterproofing on our Ontario house?

Yes, financing is available. We go over the options with your written estimate after the free inspection. You can take time to decide with no pressure.

Why's only the uphill side of my Ontario basement wet?

On a sloped lot, water moving downhill through the soil stops against your uphill wall. That side carries far more pressure than the rest of the foundation. We make sure the drain along that wall has plenty of capacity.

My Ontario basement is already finished. Can you still waterproof it?

Usually yes. We remove only the lower part of the finish along the walls where the drain goes in. Once the system is working, your contractor can patch it back.

There are small round leaks on my poured Ontario basement wall. What are they?

Those are usually form-tie holes left when the walls were poured. Water finds them when the soil outside is wet. We seal them with injection and drain the wall.

I'd like a battery backup for my Ontario sump pump. Is that worth it?

If your basement relies on the pump, yes. Storms bring both heavy rain and power outages. A battery backup keeps the pit from overflowing until power returns.

If we sell our Ontario home, does the waterproofing warranty go to the buyer?

Yes. Our lifetime warranty is written and transfers to the new owner. That is a strong answer when buyers ask about the basement of a house they are about to purchase.

I'm looking for basement waterproofing near me in Ontario, OH. Who actually shows up?

Our own crew from All American Basement Waterproofing. We are family-owned, based in Wadsworth since 1985 and A+ rated with the BBB. Call (330) 366-3028 for a free inspection in Ontario.