Basement Waterproofing in Seven Hills, OH

Only the back wall of my Seven Hills basement leaks. Why that one?

If the back of your lot is uphill, that wall catches the runoff moving down the slope. Water collects in the backfill on that side and presses in. Drainage along that wall, plus a swale outside, usually fixes it.

Our driveway in Seven Hills slopes down to the garage. Could that be flooding the basement?

It can. A driveway that tips toward the house sends water straight to the foundation or a basement door. A trench drain across the low end catches it before it reaches the wall.

I've got a sump pump in my Seven Hills home. Do I need a battery backup too?

If your basement depends on that pump, yes, it is worth it. Power often goes out during the storms that bring the most water. The backup keeps the pit from overflowing.

How long does basement waterproofing take at a Seven Hills home?

Most Seven Hills basements take one to three days once the crew starts. Bigger basements or extra outside drainage can add time. You get a written schedule before the work begins.

Part of my Seven Hills house sits over a crawl space. Can you keep that area dry too?

Yes. We can lay a heavy vapor barrier over the crawl space floor and seal it up the walls. If water collects there, a drain and sump can handle it.

Water comes up through the floor in my Seven Hills basement after heavy rain. Why?

When the soil under your slab fills, water pushes up through cracks and joints. A perimeter drain at the footing lowers that water so the upward pressure goes away.

We're thinking of regrading our Seven Hills yard. Will that fix the basement?

It helps by sending surface runoff around the house. Water already in the soil can still reach the wall, especially on a slope. Most homes on a slope need both, with grading outside and a drain inside to catch what still soaks in.

Our Seven Hills basement smells musty. Is that from water we can't see?

Usually. Moisture wicking through the wall raises humidity even without puddles on the floor. Drainage stops the seepage, and a dehumidifier keeps the air dry enough that the smell goes away.

If we sell our Seven Hills home, does your warranty go to the new owner?

Yes. Our lifetime warranty is written and transfers when you sell. Keep the paperwork with your house records so you can hand it to the buyer at closing.

I'm looking for basement waterproofing near me in Seven Hills, OH. Who would actually come out?

All American Basement Waterproofing, a family-owned company from Wadsworth that has worked in Seven Hills since 1985. We are A+ rated with the BBB and use our own crew. Call (330) 366-3028 for a free inspection.