US Basement Waterproofing

read moreU.S. Waterproofing is the Midwest's premier basement waterproofing and foundation repair company. Since 1957, we have fixed over 300,000 wet basements and settling foundations. We service the Chicago area, Northwest Indiana and Southeast Wisconsin. As a family-owned business, our reputation is important to us. And that's why we're committed to doing business the right way. Contact us today for a free consultation.

read moreAt U.S. Waterproofing we aim to pursue total peace of mind for our customers through education, comprehensive solutions and our wealth of experience. This mission statement is not just words on a website, it's what we believe in our hearts and what we live by everyday. U.S. Waterproofing is the largest basement waterproofing and foundation repair company in the Midwest. We continue to grow our business one satisfied customer at a time. in Northern Illinois (Chicago and Rockford area), Northwest Indiana and Southeast Wisconsin.

read moreBeing in the basement waterproofing business for over 55 years, we have seen and tested just about every sump pump being sold today. We have found Zoeller's cast iron series of sump pumps to be the most reliable, capable and efficient pumps available on the market. Most sump pumps have an average life span of 5 to 10 years. Over a long enough period, it will fail and generally without warning. We can replace your existing sump pump - or if you house isn't equipped with one - install a brand new system complete with a sealed basin and high water alarm to alert you to any potential problems.

read moreU.S. Waterproofing installs only the highest-quality Primary Sump Pumps and Battery Backup Sump Pumps available on the market. Unique to the industry, we even go so far as to test each model of pump we offer. Learn more below. If you're looking to learn more about sump pumps, you've come to the right place. Check out our series of educational videos created by our resident pump guru, Barry Schilling.

read moreFoundation Waterproofing is a general term that describes the range of services performed to fix a wet basement. We often get inquiries as to "How much does it cost to waterproof a basement?" That is the equivalent of taking your car into a dealer and asking, "How much will it cost to fix my car?" The answer is generally, "It depends on what is needed". The first step in foundation waterproofing is to identify the source of the leak in your wet basement. This can usually be accomplished by consulting with the homeowner to determine how, when, and where the problem occurs.

read moreAs a homeowner, there's nothing more terrifying than discovering foundation problems within your home. Your mind quickly fills with questions about structural damage, repair expenses, family safety, and more. Rest assured, U.S. Waterproofing will help you get through it all with proper education and our award-winning foundation repair service. There are several contributing factors that lead to a foundation problem. They include poor and inadequate drainage, plumbing leaks, extremely dry soil and poor soil conditions.