Basement Waterproofing in Des Moines, IA
A wet, moldy basement is more than just a nuisance. Your family and the rest of your home can suffer as well. Trust the experts at Foundation Recovery Systems for a thorough inspection and reliable repairs.
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Foundation Recovery Systems
2401 SE Creekview Dr.
Ankeny, IA 50021
(515) 373-8491
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday: 6 am – 8 pm
Saturday: 7 am – 5 pm
Sunday: 9 am – 6 pm
Serving Des Moines, Ames, Iowa City, Cedar Rapids and Waterloo
Basement Waterproofing in Des Moines, IA
Homeowners throughout central Iowa, including Des Moines, are no strangers to leaking, moldy, smelly basements. It can be easy for these mostly below-grade areas to sustain damage like cracks and flooding, but no homeowner should have to live with these issues. These are not only nuisances, but they can be harmful to your family’s health and your home’s structural integrity.
Trying to repair these issues on your own is not a good idea, because your Des Moines basement can be delicate and dangerous. Leave the inspection and repairs to the team at Foundation Recovery Systems. Trusted by thousands of Des Moines homeowners, our professionals will find exactly what’s wrong with your basement and recommend the best solutions to keep it dry for good.
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Basement Problem Signs in Des Moines
If you’re noticing any of the following problem signs in your Des Moines basement, it may be time for professional basement waterproofing: wet areas of the basement walls or floor, musty smells coming from below ground level, condensation on windows, wet drywall, increased pest activity, mold, and efflorescence. Some of these issues can be overwhelming or confusing, so, when in doubt, contact your local basement waterproofing experts at Foundation Recovery Systems for help with a free inspection and estimate.
Causes of Basement Damage in Des Moines
Just as there are numerous types of basement problems, there are many causes behind them. Issues inside your basement like burst plumbing pipes or a malfunctioning sump pump are common sources, but many problems are rooted in the soil under and around your Des Moines home. The silty clay loam soil common in the area can expand significantly when wet and greatly shrink when dry. Too much water from rain and snowmelt can exacerbate the clay bowl effect and lead to excessive hydrostatic pressure. This, in turn, causes basement walls and floors to crack and leak.
Basement Waterproofing Solutions in Des Moines
No two Des Moines homes are alike, which is why your basement needs customized solutions tailored to meet and exceed the challenges it faces. While our inspectors will present you with a variety of solutions, the most commonly used include interior drainage, sump pumps, battery backup sump pumps, dehumidifiers, and wall vapor barriers. Each piece is important to the puzzle, and all of them make up a comprehensive basement waterproofing system that will keep your home free of water and moisture issues
Why Choose Foundation Recovery Systems
For three decades, homeowners in Des Moines and nearby have trusted their home and basement repair to Foundation Recovery Systems. Our team lives and work in the areas we serve such as Des Moines, so we are very familiar with how basements are affected by the area’s wet and humid summers, cold winters, and silty clay loam soil. We also have earned glowing customer feedback and recognitions like the Angi Super Service Award.
We are your local basement waterproofing experts that can tackle sources of basement leaks and moisture. If you are noticing problems in your Des Moines home’s basement, contact us today to schedule a free basement inspection and repair estimate. We have helped thousands of area homeowners create safe, dry, and healthy homes, and we are ready to help you too.
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On site foreman/workers Cliff and Jackson were very good to work with. Great attention to detail. I am very happy with the work and completion of project. Crewmen were attentive to my questions and thorough.
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Our inspector Eric was out and did a great job and explained everything to us. He took the time to explain everything in great detail and is very confident in our fix. We look forward to having FRS out to take care of our foundation issues!
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Bryce, Jane’s and Chris were all great to work with, and the job looks great! Very happy with how the project turned out.
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Chris Vanderpool was very friendly and easy to work with. Pricing was extremely fair and much less expensive than other companies I have gotten quotes from. I really appreciate how he explained all of the details of how everything works.
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Bryce and James did my concrete leveling and they were very professional and using common sense when discussing how to do the job between the two. They were even able to do a better job of leveling then I thought they were able to do in one section.…
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Greg, Gage and Joe fixed all known cracks in the walls, provided additional drainage to prevent further damage in a timely manner. They were very friendly and I will highly recommend this company to family and friends.
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Chris was very thorough in the explanation of the process of crawlspace encapsulation and what will be done. Was extremely pleased.
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Cliff and Jackson were very thorough and polite. They kept the house in great condition and did a great job! Highly recommend!!
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Greg, Cliff and Landen were great! Everything completed in a timely manner. All were friendly and answered all our questions. Would definitely recommend.
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Greg and his crew (Gage & Landen) finished a four day project of replacing sill plates, sealing a crawl space, and a few other jobs and they did great!!! The crawl space looks fantastic and has greatly improved the air quality of our home. They also…
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Eric, Bryce, & James were amazing! From start to finish. They were very focused on making sure I got what I needed done and didn’t try stearing me away from what I was looking to get done. Literally had my estimate yesterday and already done…
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Clifford and his crew, Jackson and DJ, did an excellent job on the project. We appreciated them working with us on some customer preparations misunderstandings. They communicated well and did a thorough job. Highly recommend.
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We had Chris come give us a quote, very nice guy and right on time! We will definitely be going thru with the job.
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Eric was very responsive to my initial inquiry and did well in walking me through the process and costs. Bryce and James did a fantastic job of leveling and caulking joints and I feel that the driveway and sidewalks will remain in great shape for…
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Very pleased with Chris V. and company . No worries at all. Thank you very much.
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Have not done work yet. Estimate of work needed done by Chris. He was on time friendly and knowledgeable. He was very easy to talk to. Will most definitely be getting the work done with foundation recovery systems.
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So far we have met with Eric B. for an estimate on concrete leveling and to discuss options. He was ontime and confirmed the appointment prior to arrival. During our discussion he recomended visiting with our neighbor since we would be working…
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