Nobody likes a wet basement. You can do some waterproofing yourself, but if you've got a severe water problem, your best bet is to call in a pro.

Exterior excavation: Exterior waterproofing involves excavating 6 to 8 feet down to the foundation wall footer and correcting drainage by installing new drainage tiles or a French drain system.

Basement waterproofing projects typically involve both interior and exterior waterproofing techniques. Interior waterproofing includes waterproof paint, interior French drains, and sump pumps.

3. Apply Waterproofing Paint or Sealant. Choose a high-quality waterproofing paint or masonry waterproofing product designed for basements.You don't want to skimp on quality products for your ...

Great Lakes Waterproofing uses a no-digging Bentonite Clay injection system to seal off water pathways and keep basement walls permanently dry. Both their exterior bentonite injection and drain ...

DryShield Water Solutions has recently released a press document delineating some highly effective waterproofing approaches to assist house owners in case of a wet basement hassle. Dryshield Logo ...

Jennifer F from Toronto Canada writes: Hi Mike, My husband and I live in a 90-ish year old house with a sometimes leaky unfinished basement. It hasn't leaked since we re-routed our eave downspouts ...

Project. Cost. Baseboard drainage channels. $30 to $150 per linear foot. Cement waterproofing. $20 to $22 per square foot. Concrete sealing. $1 to $3 per square foot ...

Exterior excavation: Exterior waterproofing involves excavating 6 to 8 feet down to the foundation wall footer and correcting drainage by installing new drainage tiles or a French drain system.