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Effective waterproofing solutions for your leaky basement
Don't have a wet basement ever. The combination of a TripleSafe® Sump Pump System and SaniDry® dehumidifier provides your basement with incredible humidity control and can prevent water problems in the future.
A leaky basement is a nightmare for many homeowners in Newport News and nearby. It can be hard to figure out the exact cause and even harder to find a solution. Luckily you won't have to worry about any of that with The Drying Co.'s help.
Our team of expert waterproofers will thoroughly examine your basement and identify the causes of the problem. Whether it's musty smells, mold problems, or just a generally wet basement, you can rely on us to both identify and solve your problems.
Interested in learning more about our comprehensive waterproofing solutions? Contact us online by clicking below or give us a call at 1-757-644-1093 to schedule your free estimate for your Williamsburg, Newport News, Henrico or Greater Richmond area waterproofing services.
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Before
AfterBasement Waterproofing Saluda, VA
This Saluda basement had major water issues in the basement. The WaterGuard Drainage System and SuperSump were installed to help keep this basement dry ALL the time.
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Before
AfterInstalling CleanSpace in a Midlothian, VA Basement
As part of a basement waterproofing solution, we install a CleanSpace vapor barrier on the basement walls. The liner is sealed at all seams and mechanically attached to the walls. It directs the water that seeps through the foundation walls down into the WaterGuard drainage track and ultimately to the sump pump and away from the home's foundation.
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Before
AfterWaterGuard in a Midlothian, VA Basement
Water has been seeping into this basement through the porous block wall and damaging the fished wall and trim that had been installed on top of it. The sheetrock and trim have been cut away to expose the block wall where we can see water staining and efflorescence, clear signs of prolonged water infiltration.
We installed WaterGuard, a perimeter french drain system that collects the infiltrating water and directs it to a sump pump where it is pumped away from the home's foundation. CleanSpace Vapor Barrier is installed on the foundation walls, about 6 inches above outside grade to direct the moisture coming through the walls down into the drainage system. This also allows the homeowners to refinish the basement without concerns of water damaging the walls again.
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Before
AfterUpgrading a Basement Sump Pump
This homeowner needed a new sump pump installed as part of a basement waterproofing system. Their old one was an open pit, that allowed odors and moisture to rise into the basement and be pulled up into the living space.
Their new pump is a large basin that houses a 1/3hp pump covered with an air-tight lid. The system has a float on top allowing for water to enter if a leak occurs from above, and the basin is large enough that if the homeowner later feels a need to add a pump or battery backup system, they can do so without having to re-dig the hole or replace the basin. A clean pump stand keeps the sump out of any grime, grit, and sediment that may collect in the bottom of the basin to prevent clogs.
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Before
AfterManaging Water in a Basement
Water has been seeping through the porous block walls in the basement of this home. It has left behind bubbling paint and staining on the walls as well as a musty, damp environment. To control the water seeping into the basement, we've worked with the homeowner and determined a Waterproofing system with CleanSpace and DryTrak is the best solution.
As part of the Waterproofing System, CleanSpace is attached to the basement walls. The heavy-duty vapor barrier will direct water that works its way through the cinderblock wall down into the drainage track and ultimately to the sump pump and away from the home. Clean Space is a great option because it's heavy-duty and allows the homeowner to frame and finish their basement over the system making the space useable, and adding valuable square footage to their home without the worry of damage to their property.
Why does my basement get wet?
Basement leaks can often be mysterious and seem unexplainable. How could your basement be leaking without heavy rains or standing water? Unfortunately, this is because there's actually a variety of ways for water to seep into your basement.
The Clay Bowl Effect
After your foundation is laid, the area around your foundation will be refilled with soil. However, this soil is generally far less dense than the undisturbed soil around it. This allows water to collect in the soil around your foundation. As this water builds up it will begin to pressure your foundation walls and, eventually, cause cracks.
Hydrostatic Pressure
When water soaks the loose soil around your foundations the soil will start to expand. As the soil expands it will push outwards, straight into your foundation walls. This steadily increasing pressure will start to cause cracks and then water will flow into your home through these cracks.
Our basement waterproofing solutions in Williamsburg
While leaks can be a pervasive issue that's difficult to address, don't panic. The Drying Co. offers the solutions that you need to keep your basement nice and dry. We offer:
- Perimeter drainage systems
- Doorway drainage systems
- Sump pumps
- Waterproof wall and floor products
- Wall and floor crack repairs
- Replacement windows
- Water heater flood protection
- Frozen discharge line prevention
We also offer a lifetime written warranty transferrable to your home's next owner. So if you're interested in selling your home then our system can actively help you. Not only will the actual protection system make your home more valuable, but the warranty will also provide future buyers with confidence that the home is protected.
Six reasons you should choose The Drying Co. for your basement waterproofing
- Quality products: Basement Systems® dealers use a complete line of patented, award-winning products that have been keeping basements throughout North America dry for over 30 years.
- Fast installations: Our system installs quickly, with most projects completed in just one to two days.
- Experienced crews: A crew of experienced contractors will arrive to install your system quickly and professionally. Each one is a waterproofing specialist who dries basements every day.
- Cost-effective system: Our waterproofing system can be customized to fit your budget, and it costs about half as much as an exterior waterproofing system. Our system works for both finished and unfinished basements.
- Locally-owned and operated company: The Drying Co. is the locally owned and operated member of the Basement Systems network. We have products and training that simply can't be beat!
- Free waterproofing quotes: We offer free waterproofing quotes to homeowners in our service area. Our quotes come in writing, and there's no obligation!
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Choose The Drying Co. for reliable and effective basement waterproofing services
The Drying Co. are your waterproofing experts in Greater Richmond. With our team of expert and experienced waterproofers we can keep your basement dry all the time!
Do you have a leaky basement? Are you experiencing mold and mildew, or having to deal with a musty smell? Does your basement regularly flood? The Drying Co. can help. Give us a call or contact us online today to schedule your free basement waterproofing estimate! We are proud to serve Midlothian, Glen Allen, Mechanicsville, Chester, Fort Eustis, Sandston, Toano, Hampton, Quinton, Henrico, and nearby areas in Virginia.
our service area
We serve the following areas
- Ammon
- Ashland
- Aylett
- Bruington
- Callao
- Carson
- Center Cross
- Charles City
- Chester
- Chesterfield
- Church Road
- Colonial Heights
- Dewitt
- Dinwiddie
- Disputanta
- Dunnsville
- Farnham
- Ford
- Fort Gregg Adams
- Glen Allen
- Hanover
- Henrico
- Hopewell
- King And Queen Court House
- King William
- Laneview
- Lanexa
- Little Plymouth
- Manquin
- Mc Kenney
- Mechanicsville
- Midlothian
- New Kent
- Newtown
- Petersburg
- Prince George
- Providence Forge
- Quinton
- Richmond
- Saint Stephens Church
- Sandston
- Stevensville
- Stony Creek
- Sutherland
- Tappahannock
- Virginia State University
- Walkerton
- Warsaw
- West Point
- Wilsons
