Signs you may need basement waterproofing
- Water on the floor after heavy rain or snowmelt
- Damp walls or white mineral deposits (efflorescence)
- Musty smell in the basement
- Planning to finish the basement and want it dry first
There are two broad approaches: managing water that gets in (interior drain tile and a sump pump) or stopping it at the wall from outside (excavation and exterior membrane). A local pro can inspect and explain which fits your home.
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After the last glacier retreated, glacial Lake Oshkosh covered much of the Fox River lowland, which stretches from Green Bay to Portage, and left behind red, clay-rich silt and clay sediment. That fine-grained soil is relatively impermeable, so water that can't soak in has to go somewhere, and sometimes that's toward a foundation. (Source: Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey, General Geology and Natural Resources of Winnebago County (WOFR2004-03).)
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FAQ
How much does basement waterproofing cost?
It depends on the home, the cause and the method. We don't set or quote prices; get a written estimate from the contractor after an inspection.
How soon can someone look at it?
It depends on contractor schedules; spring thaw and big storms are busy times. Send a request and we'll check.
Who will I be talking to?
Fox Valley Basement Waterproofing is a referral service. We connect you with an independent local basement waterproofing contractor who serves your area. We don't do the work ourselves.
Does it cost anything to request an estimate?
No. Requesting an estimate is free. Inspections, quotes and prices come from the contractor; get a written estimate before work starts.