Water in Your Basement

Water in your basement destroys floors and drywall and compromises your home’s entire structural framework, resulting in expensive repairs. With the help of a professional, address the problem immediately. Only a comprehensive basement waterproofing solution prevents water from causing further damage to your home.

Matvey Foundation Repair’s dehumidifiers, sump pumps, and other proprietary products create a drier and healthier basement, protecting your home’s structural elements. We serve residents across Seattle & Western Washington.

Why Is There Water In My Basement?

A wet basement manifests in different ways, from minor leaks to severe flooding. Water enters the basement through cracks, window gaps, or the point at which your floor and wall meet.

Other problem signs include:

Ignoring the issues above has far-reaching consequences, so it’s important to take action immediately. Work with a professional like Matvey Foundation Repair to avoid further damage to your home in Seattle and across Western Washington.

Common Causes of Water in Basements

The most common reasons that water enters basements in Western Washington are:

• Heavy rainfall or melting snow that puts pressure on your drainage systems
• Malfunctioning gutters, downspouts, or other aspects of your drainage system
• Sloping or uneven landscaping 
• Hydrostatic pressure from saturated clay-based soils, which are common in Western Washington
• Porous basement walls
• Old, leaking windows
• Leaks from faulty plumbing or broken appliances

It isn’t easy to pinpoint the reason for basement water without the help of a professional. Matvey Foundation Repair offers free basement inspections to determine the underlying causes and offer proven solutions.

Can You Fix Basement Water Issues

Yes, Matvey Foundation Repair offers comprehensive basement waterproofing solutions to solve the problem permanently. Temporary sealants from the hardware store only offer superficial solutions, which means the problem will return.

We install dehumidifiers, vapor barriers, and interior drainage systems for our Western Washington neighbors to address visible signs of basement water and prevent more serious concerns, like foundation damage.

How to Fix Basement Water

After determining the source of water in your basement, our team takes the following steps to solve this problem for good:

Interior Drainage

Our interior drainage system redirects water to a sump pump, drying out your basement.

Sump Pumps

Our high-quality sump pumps collects and removes water from your basement, protecting homes all over Western Washington.

External Sump Pump Discharge Line Attachment

These attachments prevent discharge lines from freezing, ensuring adequate drainage even in winter.

Dehumidifiers

Our energy-efficient dehumidifier controls moisture in your basement, preventing mold and improving air quality.

Wall Vapor Barrier

Our wall vapor barrier stops moisture from entering your home and diverts leaking water to the interior drainage system.

If excess water has already damaged your home’s framework, we also offer steel I-beams, wall anchors, and other reinforcing solutions.

Why Address Water in Your Basement Now?

Tackling basement water issues promptly is important because:

• Mold from moisture intrusion exacerbates allergies and respiratory conditions.
• Excess water weakens your foundation, leading to serious structural concerns.
• Water damages your property stored in the basement.
• Persistent water problems lower your property’s resale value. 
• Putting off repairs costs you more in the long run.

Matvey Foundation Repair: Western Washington’s Trusted Basement Waterproofing Team

Basement Waterproofing FAQs

How long does basement waterproofing take?

The size of your basement, the extent of the water damage, and other factors can influence repair times. However, it’s possible to waterproof this area of your home in as little as a day.

Can I remove basement water myself?

Store-bought sealants and other products might help. However, they don’t address the cause of the problem, meaning basement water will likely return.

How much does it cost to fix water in my basement?

It depends on the size of your basement and the amount of water damage. We provide a free estimate after inspecting your basement.