How it works
Holdfast Basement Waterproofing gets an experienced local waterproofing contractor into your basement across Youngstown, Warren, Boardman, Austintown and the Mahoning Valley. One free inspection for leaks, cracks, bowing walls, sump pumps and crawl spaces, with a written estimate before any work.
You request a free inspection
Use the form or call. Active water, bowing walls and failed sump pumps get the earliest visits.
The contractor finds the source
Walls, cracks, the floor-wall joint, sump pit, grading and downspouts, inside and out.
You get a written quote
Options explained side by side, from simple drainage fixes to full systems. Nothing starts until you agree.
Done right, in writing
Permits where needed, and workmanship warranties written down.
Before you hire any waterproofing contractor
- Ask for proof of insurance and how long they have worked locally
- Ask where they think the water comes from, and why
- Get a written quote that names the system, length and materials
- Ask if the warranty is transferable to a buyer
- For structural work, ask whether an engineer should look first
Questions about the process
Is the inspection really free?
Yes. The inspection and written quote are free, and there is no obligation to go ahead.
Who performs the work?
An independent, insured waterproofing contractor that serves your ZIP code. That contractor quotes, performs and warrants the work.
Do I need a structural engineer?
For bowing walls over about 2 inches, horizontal cracks that are growing, or settlement, an engineer's letter is smart and some buyers and lenders ask for one. The contractor will tell you when it applies.
What if my ZIP isn't covered?
We'll tell you. Calls are only routed to contractors that serve your area.
More questions? See the FAQ or contact us.
Ready for a dry basement?
Book a free inspection, or call.