2019年8月23日 · Good basement waterproofing is designed to divert water before it damages the foundation. I agree nothing is fool proof. However, diverting the water after it degrades the mortar joints and block foundation is backwards (which is what interior systems do).

I work in this field, in Michigan, all over the state. You should expect to pay a little less than $10k for typical, interior basement waterproofing system. Battery Backup Sump? Expect a little more. Vapor barrier on the walls? Expect a little more. With all the bells and whistles (which are nice to have) the cost can balloon up to $20k.

2023年6月28日 · Which, now, I do not consider any basement "finished" unless you have waterproofing installed. We call BQ and get an estimate and they come out and do the works. Moisture barrier with drain system surrounding the whole basement and 1 sump pump after ripping out all drywall and doing a great job cleaning.

2022年4月30日 · It’s not a scam if you need it to protect from flooding or water issues in your basement. I wouldn’t do it until that time unless you’re in the middle of a new build and have easy access to the exterior of the foundation to also waterproof the exterior as having to dig out the exterior to waterproof can add expense.

"JES Basement Systems" Yep, well the basement systems part does. they all use the same equipment and same designs. Not bad stuff at all, I have a Basement Systems triple safe sump pump with battery backup, the freeze gaurds, and the same discharge in my lawn. it works excellent and i've never had a problem with it (It was installed by the ...

2022年7月10日 · Totally, you're right bout what you said - didn't mean to come off too snarky, just disagree. As an century old home-owner, it's just hard to imagine a 'band-aid' temp. solution exists for basement leakage issues. Because in theory, a band-aid solution (like plastic coating old windows that are draft - it helps insulate temporarily but isn't hurting your home

2015年8月31日 · All the guys quoted to waterproof from the inside because the basement was empty and it would've been more expensive to dig out the outside. The prices to jackhammer the perimeter of the basement, put in new drain tile, pour concrete, new sump pumps and pits, and drain board on the walls ranged from $4300-$8700.

2020年6月26日 · Getting your basement waterproofed is a wise investment that will safeguard your home and provide numerous benefits. By waterproofing, you can prevent costly water damage, mold growth, and structural issues caused by leaks and seepage.

2023年2月6日 · I'm also trying to figure out how to waterproof my basement. I've had CT Basement Systems, and Sundahl come to give me estimates. Neither of them addresses the water that is coming into my crawl space, so I was looking for other options, including exterior waterproofing for the crawl space area. While researching, I came across American Dry.

2021年1月20日 · Me and my wife live in central Michigan and have an unfinished basement with concrete (though water is causing it to deteriorate) floor. With recent snow melts (we've been having snow that melts really quickly due to temperature being a little too warm), we've got significant water seeping through the floor.