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Basement Waterproofing

The condition of your basement is more important than you might imagine. A basement plagued with water intrusion, humidity, and mold can lead to foundational damage and an all-around unhealthy living area. 

Don’t allow a wet, damp basement to threaten your home. Foundation Systems of Michigan provides waterproofing basement solutions to transform your basement into a secure, dry environment. 

Boasting more than 15 years of experience, we provide wet basement repair services to stop water and moisture damage. Our products and methods are tailored to meet Michigan’s unique climate needs, ensuring you have a dry, welcoming basement for years to come. 

We offer proven solutions ranging from waterproofing basement walls from inside to sump pumps, wall vapor barriers, dehumidifiers, and more.

Contact us today for a guaranteed waterproofing basement system designed for long-lasting results. 

A healthy, dry basement leads to a healthy home. Schedule Your Free Inspection Today!

Basement Waterproofing Step 1: Understand the Health of Your Basement

A wet basement compromises the structural integrity of your home and is a breeding ground for mold and fungus.

Water & Moisture Problem Signs

Reinforce What Matters Most with Basement Repair

Foundation issues begin to impact other parts of your home, especially if they are left unchecked. Ensure you and your family stay in tip-top shape. Protect the structural integrity of your home and enjoy the benefits of a fortified foundation.

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Award-Winning Service

Groundworks, LLC BBB Business Review
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Mark is great to work with! His honesty, transparency, and expertise makes me feel informed and empowered in having a safe and secure…

Mark is great to work with! His honesty, transparency, and expertise makes me feel informed and empowered in having a safe and secure basement. As a new homeowner with no knowledge about basements and foundations I have come out of this experience becoming educated and confident about fixing my basement. Thank you, Mark!!

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Very helpful, very courteous. Went out of his way to help

Very helpful, very courteous. Went out of his way to help

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I had a drain, sump pump, and vapor barrier installed in my basement, and I couldn’t be happier with the crew. Justin, Joshua, and Darryl…

I had a drain, sump pump, and vapor barrier installed in my basement, and I couldn’t be happier with the crew. Justin, Joshua, and Darryl were fantastic—professional, courteous, and respectful of my space. They made sure not to disturb me while I worked from home and left everything clean and tidy when they were done. And a big shoutout to my salesman, John—he was the best! Super knowledgeable, easy to work with, and made the whole process stress-free. Highly recommend this team!

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Snoop was awesome. Very knowledgeable and experienced. Explained the process very clearly.

Snoop was awesome. Very knowledgeable and experienced. Explained the process very clearly.

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Brian and crew did an incredible job on my commercial project In bay city. on Schedule and no surprises. Great work guys

Brian and crew did an incredible job on my commercial project In bay city. on Schedule and no surprises. Great work guys

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This 5-star review is only a reflection of Jacob and his crew, including Cameron, and the job they did. We had our basement waterproofed…

This 5-star review is only a reflection of Jacob and his crew, including Cameron, and the job they did. We had our basement waterproofed and a sump pump installed. The crew did an awesome job and it was great working with Jacob on this. They were very professional and did the best they could on the days of a skeleton crew. If working with FSM, I would highly suggest requesting Jacob for your job. However, the scheduling and prioritization of jobs is something that needs significant improvement. Our project was supposed to be done within 4 days and it lasted 6 because 2 days were skeleton crews and 1 day was a no show due to another project. It felt like other projects or service related visits were prioritized over our project. Wish they could have been honest with us or pushed our project to a different week so it could have been prioritized.

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Marc Thompson completed our annual maintenance today. He was prompt, thorough and friendly!

Marc Thompson completed our annual maintenance today. He was prompt, thorough and friendly!

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Jakob and his team (Alex, Nicholas and Junior) were prompt, efficient, and professional in their installation of a basement foundation…

Jakob and his team (Alex, Nicholas and Junior) were prompt, efficient, and professional in their installation of a basement foundation drain in my home yesterday. Jakob was very helpful and responsive to my questions throughout the day and thoroughly explained operation of the new drainage system, etc. He's also an outstanding foreman, keeping his team working seamlessly and in harmony. This team was obviously very experienced! I also appreciated the very high quality of materials and workmanship. And when the crew left, EVERYTHING was cleaned up very well. This was my second experience with FSM. BOTH EXPERIENCES WERE OUTSTANDING!! Their prices are competitive, their workmanship outstanding, and their overall objective is a satisfied customer WHICH I AM AGAIN!!! Give FSM and ADDITIONAL STAR!!! THANKS GUYS!!! THANKS FSM!!! You've shown yourself to be the BEST AGAIN!!! Tom Fischer Three Oaks. MI

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Marc was professional and thorough. He efficiently provided the service we needed and answered my questions. A true pleasure.

Marc was professional and thorough. He efficiently provided the service we needed and answered my questions. A true pleasure.

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Very happy with my experience with FSM. Rich Z, Jacob S, Martin H, Decovon S, and Alex K were very courteous and professional. They…

Very happy with my experience with FSM. Rich Z, Jacob S, Martin H, Decovon S, and Alex K were very courteous and professional. They walked me thru before and after the job explaining what they did. They also keep the dust to a minimum, thank you guys.

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Richard Z, Shawn E, Martin H, and Sebastian M, did a fantastic job! Knowledgeable, personable, professional.

Richard Z, Shawn E, Martin H, and Sebastian M, did a fantastic job! Knowledgeable, personable, professional.

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Working with Dan Heath was excellent. He came, assessed our issue and sat down to go over his findings. He is very knowledgeable, explained …

Working with Dan Heath was excellent. He came, assessed our issue and sat down to go over his findings. He is very knowledgeable, explained everything in great detail and showed us what set FSM apart from other companies. He went through everything in great detail on how to prepare and set up for crew to come in and work. I also want to point out how nice and enthusiastic the crew was. They worked a very hard, long day and were polite and kind the whole day despite the cold temperatures. I have already recommended the company to others as we are very satisfied with the process from initial assessment to completed work.

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The guys did a great job. The system is new. I don’t exactly know how it Well, Work, after a rain, we will see and I will leave another…

The guys did a great job. The system is new. I don’t exactly know how it Well, Work, after a rain, we will see and I will leave another review but as far as the workmanship and such, I’m very satisfied

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The entire process was easy and everything went smoothly, from the quote to the instillation.

The entire process was easy and everything went smoothly, from the quote to the instillation.

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FSM can’t be beat!! Had them do some basement wall work and concrete leveling for me. From start to finish no complaints whatsoever. Our…

FSM can’t be beat!! Had them do some basement wall work and concrete leveling for me. From start to finish no complaints whatsoever. Our salesmen Charles explained everything in detail and what we could expect. Our basement guys Marco and his crew did a great job. In and out like they weren’t even there. Last but not least our concrete levelers Rana and David showed up on time explained the process and addressed all concerns we had. Same deal in and out like they weren’t even there. Would not hesitate to recommend this company or rehire them for future work. The people make the company!! Nice job FSM!!

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During the ice storm of 2025, I lost power for eight days. FSM had encapsulated my Crawl Space August 2024. During the power outage, the…

During the ice storm of 2025, I lost power for eight days. FSM had encapsulated my Crawl Space August 2024. During the power outage, the crawlspace filled with approximately 18 inches of water. I just had Cameron P out to make sure everything is up and running. He checked the battery, the dehumidifier and the sump pumps. All is well! Highly recommended! Cameron was very knowledgeable, very personable and thorough. Two 👍👍

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Incredibly profesional and organized. Thanks Jonah 76, Bryant D & Gabe M!

Incredibly profesional and organized. Thanks Jonah 76, Bryant D & Gabe M!

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Tahj from Traverse City did an awesome inspection for me. He found the source of my leak, presented a reasonable quote, and was very…

Tahj from Traverse City did an awesome inspection for me. He found the source of my leak, presented a reasonable quote, and was very thorough and professional. I'd highly recommend FSM/Groundworks to others. Jan K.

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Great job! Nice clean up too. Only took about 2 hours. Thanks Jayden and Will.

Great job! Nice clean up too. Only took about 2 hours. Thanks Jayden and Will.

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Justin Keway was very kind and personable. He made it easy to understand the things going on with my house and what needed to be done to…

Justin Keway was very kind and personable. He made it easy to understand the things going on with my house and what needed to be done to fix it. I couldn't speak more highly of him or my experience working with him.

Basement Waterproofing Step 2: Installing A Waterproofing Basement System

Does your basement easily leak water, especially during periods of heavy rainfall? Do you have plumbing throughout your basement? Does your basement have cracked floors where water is coming in? If so, you need to hire a basement waterproofing expert. At Foundation Systems of Michigan, we have the tools and skilled technicians to assist with your wet basement. Whether it’s installing a sump pump system, or waterproofing basement walls from inside, FSM can find the right solution for you!

Dry Walls, Happy Homes

Control Basement Wall Moisture

What We Do

The worst thing to have in your basement is uncontrolled moisture. Moisture is what mold needs to grow, and that means if you have any organic material in your basement (fabric, wood, carpet, books, and prized mementos), it can get ruined—and fast. But moisture doesn’t just get in through open doorways and windows. It can get in through even the smallest cracks in your walls. That’s why our first step in the waterproofing basement system is sealing your walls with an industry-leading vapor barrier.

What We Use

Keep Your Basement Dry with Wet Basement Repair

Control Groundwater Seepage

What We Do

It’s impossible to keep water 100% out of your basement. Doing so could actually increase the pressure it puts on your home from the outside. Instead, you want to control it. You want to collect it and pump it far away from your foundation so that it can’t damage your home. That’s why an interior drainage and sump pump system is so important: they remove water and relieve the pressure put on your foundation, protecting your home from water damage.

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Combating Humidity for a Cozy Home

Control the Environment

What We Do

The final piece to the puzzle of basement waterproofing is an energy-efficient dehumidifier. Mold spores in the air can cause you and your family to have allergic reactions like coughing and shortness of breath. Not to mention, mold also eats away at your home! A dehumidifier cleans the air of mold spores and robs it of its food source—moisture. At FSM, our dehumidifiers aren’t just a guaranteed breath of fresh air, they’re easy on energy bills, too.

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A plain white background reminiscent of a freshly waterproofed basement wall.

We help protect everything you love, starting with your home’s foundation.

Contact Foundation Systems of Michigan for Reliable Basement Waterproofing Today!  

Basement moisture is a widespread issue, but it is neither normal nor conducive to healthy living. Stop the escalation of minor inconveniences into costly repairs with a waterproof basement.

Our experts will carefully evaluate your specific home and develop the best basement waterproofing solution to fit your needs.

Our knowledgeable team is ready to schedule your free, no-obligation inspection and estimate. We’ll guide you through the steps to a clean, dry, usable basement.  

Basement Waterproofing FAQs

Yes, but it might require removing and replacing some finished materials like drywall and flooring to access the areas needing waterproofing. 

Typically, standard homeowner’s insurance does not cover basement waterproofing or seepage, but separate flood insurance might cover some water damage. 

Yes, effective waterproofing can enhance property value by protecting the structural integrity of the home and providing a healthier living environment. 

Providing Expert Basement Waterproofing in Michigan and Northern Ohio

Pennsylvania trusts Foundation Systems of Michigan for reliable basement waterproofing, crawl space, foundation, and concrete repair services. Contact us for a free inspection!  

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Our Locations

Detroit Office

32985 Schoolcraft Road
Livonia, MI 48150

Grand Rapids Office

5985 Clay Avenue SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49548

Rochester Hills Office

2817 Bond St.
Rochester Hills, MI  48309

Toledo Office

5555 Airport Hwy
Toledo, OH 43615

Traverse City Office

3805 Elmers Industrial Drive
Traverse City, MI 49685