Waterproofing services in Akron, OH
Basement Waterproofing Services in Akron, OH
We fix wet basements in Akron by finding where the water comes from first, then choosing the simplest repair that will keep it out. That might be a downspout, a sealed crack, an interior drain and sump pump, or exterior waterproofing.
Pick the service that matches your problem, or book a free inspection and we’ll figure it out with you.
- Inspection before any recommendation
- Written options and price ranges
- Akron and nearby Summit County
Core services
Our Main Waterproofing Services
01
Basement waterproofing
The overview: what waterproofing includes, when it’s worth it, and how to choose a system.
02
Interior waterproofing
A perimeter drain at the footing and a sump pump. Relieves water pressure from inside, the most common fix in Akron.
03
Exterior waterproofing
Digging to the footing, sealing the wall with a membrane, and a new footing drain. Best for failing walls.
04
Sump pump installation
New pits and pumps sized for Akron storms, with discharge lines that meet city rules.
05
Foundation crack repair
Sealing leaking cracks in poured walls from inside, often for a few hundred dollars.
More services
Other Basement and Drainage Work We Handle
These services have full guides coming soon. You can ask about any of them now through a free estimate.
| Service | What it solves |
|---|---|
| Battery backup sump pumps | Keeps pumping during power outages in summer storms |
| Sump pump repair | Pumps that run constantly, cycle short or fail |
| Backwater valve installation | Helps stop sewer water from backing into the basement |
| Block wall waterproofing | Water held in hollow block cores and seeping through the wall |
| Bowing wall repair | Walls pushed inward by wet clay and frost |
| Yard drainage and downspouts | Roof and surface water pooling against the foundation |
| Window well drainage | Leaks at basement windows and glass block |
| Basement dehumidifiers | Musty smells, condensation and high humidity |
| Crawl space encapsulation | Damp crawl spaces under additions and older homes |
| Waterproofing system replacement | Failed or clogged drain systems from past contractors |
How we work
How Do We Decide Which Service You Need?
- Look outside first. Gutters, downspouts and grading cause many Akron leaks and cost the least to fix.
- Find the entry point. Floor-wall joint, wall crack, window well, floor drain or through the block itself.
- Rule out the sewer. Water that comes up a floor drain needs a different fix than groundwater.
- Match the fix to the problem. Only the walls that leak, with the least disruptive system that will work.
- Put it in writing. Options, footage, equipment, price range and warranty.
Not Sure Which Service You Need?
Send a photo or book a free inspection, and we’ll tell you what’s causing the water and what it should cost to fix.
FAQ
Waterproofing Service Questions
What is the most common basement waterproofing fix in Akron?
An interior perimeter drain with a sump pump, because Akron’s clay soil holds water against the walls and pushes it through the floor-wall joint. Outside fixes like downspouts and grading should be checked first.
Do you only do full waterproofing systems?
No. Many basements need only a sealed crack, a longer downspout or a partial drain on one wall. We recommend the smallest job that solves the problem.
Which areas do you serve?
Akron and nearby Summit County communities, including Cuyahoga Falls, Stow and Tallmadge.