Basement Waterproofing
Interior/exterior drainage systems
Stop Water at the Source
Chicago's clay-heavy soils and high water table create perfect conditions for basement water intrusion. During heavy rain, saturated soil swells and pushes against foundation walls, forcing water through cracks at the floor-wall joint, through porous block, or up through the slab itself. The result is a damp, musty basement that damages stored belongings, promotes mold growth, and undermines your foundation's structural integrity over time.
We install complete drainage systems tailored to your specific water entry points. Interior drain tile along the footing collects water before it reaches your floor and channels it to a sump basin with dual-pump redundancy—primary and battery backup—so you stay protected even during power outages. For severe cases, exterior waterproofing involves excavating to the footing, applying membrane barriers, and installing perimeter drain tile to relieve hydrostatic pressure before water ever reaches your foundation wall.
A properly waterproofed basement becomes usable square footage: home gyms, media rooms, workshops, or storage for items you actually want to keep. We address the root cause of water intrusion rather than just managing symptoms, giving you a permanently dry basement backed by our comprehensive warranty.
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Team
Kevin Wojtas
“Kevin is a skilled Production Coordinator with extensive experience in the architecture and planning industry. He demonstrates competency across AutoCAD, landscaping, InDesign, public speaking, and sustainable design. He also serves as a media and communications specialist and holds a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.”
Rafal Leonczuk
“Rafal manages project timelines and coordinates between design and construction teams to ensure smooth project execution. His attention to detail and organizational skills help keep projects on track from start to finish.”
David Petlicki
“David is a Chicago native who earned both his BS and MS in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He brings over 10 years of structural engineering experience across a wide variety of residential, educational, commercial, medical, industrial, and military projects, including both adaptive reuse and new construction. He demonstrates a strong commitment to client collaboration and takes satisfaction in developing optimal structural solutions for his projects.”