Basement
Need Basement Service?
- Water on the floor, wall, or ceiling?
- Water leaking from the pipes?
- Is water from the rain leaking in?
- Do you have mold or mildew growing?
- Bowed wall, leaning walls, or cracked walls?
- Looking for more storage space?
- Looking to build a new common room?
- Looking for basement addition?
When did you last check the corners of the basement?
Getting your crawl space sealed is a quick and easy process. On average, sealing a crawl space takes about 1-3 days. We seal your walls with an ultra-durable polyethylene liner.
Also, we often cover vents with doors and covers to complete the seal.
Basement Waterproofing
If you’re noticing water in your basement, the first question to answer is how is the water making its way inside? Are your entire home’s gutters, downspouts or other drainage systems working effectively and diverting water away from the home? The prevention of water problems originating from gutters, downspouts or the grading around the foundation can help you avoid spending thousands of dollars on waterproofing your basement.
Basement Waterproofing can protect your home.
Basement Storage
With proper stabilization using a variety of methods such as steel beams and proper shoring of your home, you can dig the clay soil underneath your home to build a new basement. Soils conditions must be tested first to ensure that the depth allows for digging. If the subsoil consists of bedrock, then it may not be possible to dig deeper under the crawl space.
Leaky
Leaking basements occur due to water seeping through the concrete walls, which is a sign that water does not drain properly away from your home or basement. With special drainage products, you can prevent any basement from leaking, effectively and permanently. Before commencing any new basement project, it’s crucial to making sure that your basement is dry first.
Basement flooding can cause you to lose several thousands of dollars worth in property damage as well as the loss of all the years you’ve spent collecting those stored valuables. A flooded basement can also damage utility equipment and create a dangerous environment. Eventually, an untreated flooded basement can quickly invite swampy insects and mold spores to your home. Flooded basements can occur due to failures in the sump pump system which can cause water to stand and stay.
Basement Waterproofing
Drainage
When we think of a basement drain system, most of us will think of tiles or footing drains, and especially, traditional PVC piping. French drains installed along the exterior perimeter of the home can drastically change the look of your landscape, which can easily become labor intensive due to excavation and sloping.
New Basement Construction
Given the right soil conditions underneath your existing home, you can create or build a new basement addition to add square footage and additional space. Whether you are looking to increase storage space, build a gym, wine cellar, family room, kid’s room, or any other kind of specialized space, a new basement can add more value to your home.
You can construct a new basement as an addition to your home without altering the condition of your home. If you have adequate yard space, then constructing a basement off to the side of the home will add space and value to your property.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add a basement to my house?
Yes. We can build a brand new basement in your home from scratch. We will design the basement so that that it will fit exactly to the specific needs that you request. Your new basement can be used for anything from storage space to a home theatre. Don't let the extra space in your home go to waste!
Where is the water coming from?
Water can leak into your basement from a variety of places. The water can be coming from places such as: the gutters, downspouts, leaking pipes, or grading around the foundation. If there is any sort of entrance for water to come into your basement, it will find it. Not all of the entrances can be closed, but the water can be directed away from the basement. If you are still not sure where the water is coming from, we can come to your home and figure out the the exact source for you. Of course, we can do this for 100% FREE of charge.
Is Basement Repair Expensive?
Basement repairs are more affordable than you may think. Fixing a faulty basement is much cheaper than the cost of repairing the damages that can happen by not having your basement fixed. The damages that can be caused from a basement can be very costly. They can wind up causing damage to your entire home. We will work with you to figure out the best and most affordable methods available.
Do I need permits for basement repair or construction?
Different jobs, require different permits. Depending on the exact service you need, will depend on if a permit is needed. We always make sure the correct permits are pulled and that everything is done up to code. We will take care of the whole process for you, unless you wish to do so on your own. Our goal is to provide you with the best possible service with the least hassle.
How do I know if I need basement repair?
Most people in Southern California do not use their basement on a daily basis. This can make it hard to tell if a basement needs repair unless there are some obvious problems. By the time these problems happen, it may be too late though. It is highly recommended to go down into your basement and check for any problems that you can see with the naked eye. The number one sign that your basement needs repair is if you see any water where it should not be. If you see any leaky pipes, water coming in from the walls or ceilings, or any water in your basement at all, it should be fixed immediately. If you see any mildew or mold growing, it is time to have your basement repaired. If you do not notice any of these problems, it does not mean that there are not other problems that you can not see with the naked eye. Weinstein Construction can come to your home for a 100% FREE inspection of your basement. They will be able to find any problems and the right solutions to fix them from happening again in the future.
Testimonials
The crew showed up and they were excellent with their services and did a complete job. We are very satisfied. We are definitely going to refer other clients to Weinstein.
They did in a very expeditious manner and they did a good job. I am very well satisfied with it.
