Basement Waterproofing in Peninsula, OH

Our Peninsula house has an old sandstone foundation. Can it be kept dry without replacing it?

Yes. The stone is usually sound, and the water comes through the mortar joints. We repoint the joints that need it and install drainage beneath the floor, so the wall stays in place and the water has a way out.

The river's never flooded our Peninsula property. Why is the basement wet?

The river doesn't have to leave its banks. Water draining off the valley slopes raises the groundwater around your home, and it pushes up through the floor and in at the base of the walls. Sub-floor drainage and a sump handle it.

Water rises through my Peninsula basement floor every spring. What's going on?

Snowmelt and spring rain lift the water table in the valley, and it presses on the underside of your slab. A perimeter drain at footing depth collects that water before it reaches the floor.

Do I need a battery backup for the sump in my Peninsula home?

If the pump runs often in spring, yes. A backup keeps the pit from overflowing if the main pump fails or the power goes out during a storm.

What makes waterproofing an old Peninsula basement cost more or less?

The amount of repointing, the length of wall that needs drainage, floor condition, sump depth and extras like a battery backup all play a part. Stone walls and tight access add labor. We give you a written price after a free inspection.

Our Peninsula basement smells damp and earthy. Is that just old stone?

Old stone basements do hold moisture, but a strong smell usually means water is getting in. Once drainage handles the seepage, a dehumidifier can bring the humidity down to a comfortable level.

We're worried about changing the look of our older Peninsula home. Is the work visible outside?

Very little of it. Repointing and interior drainage are done from inside the basement, and the discharge line is the main outside element. We plan its route to be discreet.

My Peninsula basement is flooding right now. Who do I call?

Call (330) 366-3028. We offer 24/7 emergency service and will get a crew to the valley as soon as we can. Keep away from water near outlets and lift valuables off the floor.

If we sell our Peninsula house, does the waterproofing warranty go with it?

Yes. Our lifetime warranty is written and transfers to the next owner. We'll give you paperwork describing the system so buyers and inspectors can see what was done.

I'm looking for basement waterproofing near me in Peninsula, OH. Who knows old foundations?

All American Basement Waterproofing has worked in Peninsula and the valley for four decades. We're family-owned, based at 298 E Walnut St in Wadsworth, A+ rated with the BBB, and our own crew does every job. Call (330) 366-3028 for a free inspection.