A wet basement causes more than aesthetic issues in your home. Areas of persistent moisture can lead to musty odors, mold growth, and a damaged foundation.
Since 1998, B-Level has worked with homeowners and property managers for basement waterproofing in Columbus, Ohio. Our experienced team provides interior and exterior waterproofing solutions to keep your basement dry and protect your home.
We are proud to be a local business using proven methods for addressing basement moisture issues at the source. Contact us to book a free quote today.
Problems a Wet Basement Can Cause
While basements tend to naturally have higher humidity levels than other spaces in a home, having water in your basement is a sign of a bigger problem.
A wet basement can cause:
- Bowing walls
- Drywall damage
- Mold growth
- Poor air quality
- Rotting wood
- Strange smells
- Structural damage
- Warped flooring
Signs You Have a Wet Basement
Moisture issues aren’t always obvious in basements, especially if the basement is finished. Water may be hiding under the carpet or behind drywall and cabinets. If your basement has an unusual smell, mold growth, or high humidity, even when running a dehumidifier, you may have water infiltration. Other signs of a wet basement include peeling paint, rust on metal surfaces, or condensation on walls and floors.
What Causes a Wet Basement?
A wet basement can be caused by both internal and external issues. A damaged or faulty drainage system around the house can cause a cracked foundation and moisture infiltration. Clogged weep holes or a defective sump pump can also cause a wet basement. Our team conducts a thorough inspection to determine the source of moisture so we can recommend the appropriate solution based on your home and budget.
B-Level Restores Your Basement for a Dry Space
At B-Level, we specialize in Columbus basement waterproofing. Once we’ve located the source of the issue, we provide a detailed quote to fix the problem. We deliver custom waterproofing solutions based on your home, budget, and preferences to protect your basement and your property.
The timeline for both interior and exterior waterproofing can vary based on the extent of the issue, the size of your home, and other factors. We’ll provide you with a specific timeline during your estimate, with most jobs taking anywhere between one day and two weeks.
INTERIOR
Basement Waterproofing
Interior basement waterproofing is our most common service. It is necessary when water seeps through your basement walls, coming up through the floor, or between the floor and wall joint.
When full exterior waterproofing isn’t necessary or out of your budget, interior waterproofing is designed for both finished and unfinished basements and includes:
- Addressing a failed sump pump system
- Fixing cracks in basement walls
- Repairing or replacing crawl space encapsulation
- Stopping water leaks from the floor or floor-wall joint
- Unclogging weep holes
Our Process for Interior Waterproofing
Depending on the source of the water, we may need to to the drainage system. remove the concrete floor near the wall and install an interior drainage system underneath the floor. We may also need to clear the existing weep holes to allow water to flow properly to the drainage system.
Some homes may also require a sump pump installation, drains for HVAC lines, and waterproof coatings on walls. Our waterproof coatings include a two-part epoxy system, which requires careful application by our experienced professionals.
We use the highest quality concrete equipment available, which allows us to complete the job more efficiently and minimize disruption to your home. Our team continually removes dust during the concrete removal process, significantly reducing dust.
Once we’re finished, we will thoroughly clean up, leaving you with a newly dry basement.
Benefits of Interior Waterproofing:
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Best for addressing internal issues without extensive exterior work
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Effective at stopping water at the floor and wall joint
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Minimally disruptive to your exterior landscaping
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Less expensive than exterior waterproofing
EXTERIOR
Basement Waterproofing
Exterior basement waterproofing is considered the best solution to resolving basement moisture issues because it prevents water from ever entering your basement, ensuring you have a dry space.
Our exterior basement waterproofing in Columbus is designed to repair exterior moisture issues at the source and includes:
- Fixing drainage issues around the foundation
- Installing new yard drains, dry wells, or lawn wedges
- Repairing broken downspout connections
Our Process for Exterior Waterproofing
Our team will remove all dirt outside your basement wall where the issue is. After thoroughly cleaning the wall, we’ll provide a three-part waterproofing system, which includes tar, plastic, and a waterproofing membrane.
We then install a brand-new exterior foundation drain before backfilling the entire wall with gravel. Once we’re done, we place landscaping fabric on top of the gravel, topping everything off with topsoil, seed, and straw.
B-Level recommends exterior waterproofing when the cost of doing interior work is comparable to exterior work, for recently remodeled basements, when tree root issues are the cause of water infiltration, and when the basement has bowing walls due to exterior pressure.
Benefits of Exterior Waterproofing:
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Addresses external factors that interior waterproofing can’t
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Best for when structural issues are a concern
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Provides a long-term solution to moisture issues
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Typically a more comprehensive solution than interior waterproofing
Choose B-Level for Your Basement
Waterproofing in Columbus
B-Level is proud to be a top-rated basement waterproofing company in Columbus. Our team has decades of experience and operates with honesty, integrity, and professionalism. We’re here to help you keep your basement dry and protect your home’s foundation.
Homeowners and property managers choose us for their basement waterproofing services because we address water issues at the source. We’re committed to helping you find a solution within your budget, so whether you need interior or exterior waterproofing, we can help.
We’re proud to be an accredited and A+ rated business with the Better Business Bureau and an Angi’s List Super Service Award winner. Protect your property with our friendly and experienced team.
If you’re concerned your basement has a moisture issue, get a free inspection and quote with B-Level for your Columbus basement waterproofing. CONTACT US TODAY to have our team inspect your basement and stop water infiltration at its source.
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