Seepage through tie holes, water at the floor joint or a sump that can't keep up: we waterproof Reminderville basements with interior drainage, better sumps and backup power, starting with a free inspection.
Newer homes come with their own leak points. Poured basement walls in Reminderville subdivisions often have tie holes from the concrete forms, small shrinkage cracks and a cold joint where the wall sits on the footing. Once the surrounding clay is saturated, water pressure pushes through each of these weak spots. It may start as a damp spot and grow into a steady trickle during storms.
Builder-grade drainage has limits. Many homes were built with basic footing drains and a single pump in a small sump pit. That setup may handle a normal year, but a long wet spring, a clogged discharge line or a power outage can overwhelm it. When the pump fails or can't keep pace, the water that should have been removed rises against the walls and floor.
The lot matters as well. Backfill around new foundations settles over time, often leaving low spots that trap water beside the house. Flat yards drain slowly, and downspouts that empty close to the walls add more water to already wet soil. Spring thaw brings all of these together, which is when many owners first see water in a basement they had assumed would always stay dry.
Where water enters around the perimeter, we install an interior drain. A strip of floor is removed, perforated pipe is set in stone at the footing, and it slopes to a sump pit. A membrane on the walls directs seepage into the drain, and new concrete closes the floor. Tie holes and leaking cracks are sealed with injection.
We often upgrade the sump itself, with a stronger pump, a properly sized pit and a battery backup for outages. Outside, regrading, downspout extensions and French drains move water away from the house. A dehumidifier keeps the air dry. Most jobs take one to three days, and we test the system with you before we leave.
In Reminderville, basements are usually poured concrete with builder-grade drainage, so we focus on sealing tie holes and cracks, upgrading the sump and adding backup power so the system keeps up in wet years.
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 Reminderville 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 crew comes to Reminderville from our shop at 298 E Walnut St in Wadsworth. All American has been family-owned since 1985, and our own people handle each job from estimate to cleanup.
Your estimate is free. We check the basement, the sump, the grading and the downspouts, explain what we find and give you a clear written plan covering the work, the warranty and the options, so you can make a decision without pressure.
I had an absolute exceptional experience. They come in and do exactly what they say they were going to do, they were neat and cleaned up behind themselves. Any questions that I had, they answered.
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.
A small pit can make the pump cycle too often and wear out. We can install a larger pit, a stronger pump and a battery backup. That gives the system room to keep up in wet weather.
Yes. We seal tie holes with injection so water can't pass through. If water also enters at the floor joint, we'll recommend interior drainage as well.
That joint, where the wall meets the footing, is a natural weak point. Saturated soil pushes water through it. An interior drain relieves that pressure and sends water to the sump.
A battery backup sump pump. It takes over when the main pump loses power during storms. That keeps the pit from overflowing until the power returns.
Yes. Settled backfill can form low spots that hold water against the foundation. Regrading so soil slopes away from the house reduces that water, and longer downspouts help keep roof runoff off the wall.
Yes. Even dry basements can have humid air in summer. A dehumidifier helps prevent musty smells and protects stored items, flooring and finished spaces from moisture damage.
Yes. Fix any water issues and upgrade the sump before framing or drywall. Finishing over an unsolved leak risks damage to new walls and floors, plus mold.
Usually not. Interior drainage handles most water problems without digging up your yard. We'll recommend exterior work only when a wall or condition requires it.
Most jobs take one to three days. Larger basements or added sump work can take longer. We'll give you the schedule before the crew starts.
Call All American Basement Waterproofing at (330) 366-3028. We're a family-owned Wadsworth company since 1985, A+ rated with the BBB, and our own crew does every job. Inspections are free.
Reminderville is one of the many Summit County communities we serve - or see our full basement waterproofing service.
Talk to All American today - we'll inspect your Reminderville basement or foundation and give you an honest, written estimate at no cost. Family-owned and protecting Northeast Ohio homes since 1985.
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