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.
Structural Problem Signs
Structural Basement Solutions
Award-Winning Service
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We had our foundation and crawl space repaired by Groundwork’s. From Ryan and the inspection to the completion of the project their team…
We had our foundation and crawl space repaired by Groundwork’s. From Ryan and the inspection to the completion of the project their team did an excellent job. Keith Boyd and his crew were professional and respectful of our property. Keith kept us informed on the team’s progress and made sure we were satisfied and all our questions were answered before they left. We would highly recommend Groundwork’s for your foundation, basement, crawl space work! They are a AAA+ Team!
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From our first encounter with FSM, we found them to be very knowledgeable, professional, considerate, and concerned. Erik Randall and…
From our first encounter with FSM, we found them to be very knowledgeable, professional, considerate, and concerned. Erik Randall and Caleb Denmark have been outstanding. They answered all my questions completely helping me to understand what was causing my problems and how best to fix them. I had water issues in the crawlspace as well as foundation problems. They sent a crew within 24 hours to address the water issue in the crawlspace. The entire crew were remarkable. They were all so friendly and worked quickly to encapsulate my crawl space, install a new sump pump system and dehumidifier and within hours my water problem was solved. They cleaned everything up so well you would never know that they had been here. I can't say enough about Erik Randall. I have called him or texted him numerous times with questions and he is right on top of everything. He responds quickly and really knows this business. I'm very happy with this company. I would highly recommend them! We just contracted them to handle our foundation issue and I am secure that it will be handled quickly, professionally and completely. I am so happy that I chose FSM.
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Miguel Nate Matt did a great job with water proof your basement.
Miguel Nate Matt did a great job with water proof your basement.
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Jacob, Steven and Issac were professional and friendly during the whole encapsulation project. They explained in detail when weather…
Jacob, Steven and Issac were professional and friendly during the whole encapsulation project. They explained in detail when weather conditions impacted planned work that had to change due to rain and the drainage that wasn’t there when it was dry. They cleaned up any mess to the best of their ability (frozen ground you can only do so much with till it thaws!). We highly recommend Groundwork’s.
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James Nesbit was awesome to work with. He gave me a different options. Recommend him any day.
James Nesbit was awesome to work with. He gave me a different options. Recommend him any day.
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Tajh inspected my system, was very informative and gave me the instruction manual I wish I'd had during our Michigan flooding in April….
Tajh inspected my system, was very informative and gave me the instruction manual I wish I'd had during our Michigan flooding in April. Groundworks should have an emergency line as I was frantic when the sump alarm went off and there was no one to talk to.
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Was a pleasure having Tim H, Nick P they were very thorough, checking every aspect of the home inside and out. Very kind, respectful.
Was a pleasure having Tim H, Nick P they were very thorough, checking every aspect of the home inside and out. Very kind, respectful.
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Andy Hess was upfront with all cost and services
Andy Hess was upfront with all cost and services
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FSM completed work on my basement in November 2025. I am thrilled to say that my basement is dry this morning, after the tremendous storm …
FSM completed work on my basement in November 2025. I am thrilled to say that my basement is dry this morning, after the tremendous storm last night, the pump installed is working great and my yard has no standing water. Jake Whitlow was the foreman on site and the crew was great!
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We had an absolute mess of a basement and crawlspace. After having several estimators come out, it was immediately clear that FSM was the…
We had an absolute mess of a basement and crawlspace. After having several estimators come out, it was immediately clear that FSM was the right choice. Don was incredibly informative and helpful. He didn’t just teach me about their products—he gave me general knowledge that was genuinely valuable as a homeowner. He always answered my calls and texts, no matter the question, and offered guidance on anything basement-related. I can’t say enough kind things about him. The crew that did our basement—Jakob W., Denzel K., William H., and Eloy M.— worked HARD. Not only were they all respectful, but they put in at least 10 hours a day for four days straight to get our basement in order. Jakob maintained excellent communication the entire time. At the end of each day, he walked me through the progress and patiently answered my million questions with thoughtfulness and care. He even helped me move the water heater up the final step I couldn’t manage—and he and another team member carried it back down for me afterward. We will absolutely be calling FSM again for anything basement or foundation-related—and we’ll be asking for Jakob and his team specifically. I’m so grateful for their hard work, passion, and the consideration they brought to this project. Thank you to everyone involved—truly, a thousand times over!
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Andy came out and assessed my crawl space. He was very professional and courteous, and he took the time to make sure I understood the…
Andy came out and assessed my crawl space. He was very professional and courteous, and he took the time to make sure I understood the issues, options, and the products. Great experience!
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Highly recommend! Our technician, John Fulton, was incredible! I highly recommend requesting him, if you get the option. He was very kind…
Highly recommend! Our technician, John Fulton, was incredible! I highly recommend requesting him, if you get the option. He was very kind and professional. He conducted a thorough inspection and made sure to explain everything. My children and grandchildren were here and were interested to learn, too. He was more than willing to answer their questions, and he made it like a field trip to the basement! Very educational and fun! Can't thank him enough for being so kind and informative!
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I love the fact that I was not pressured to sign on the line right now in order to keep the quoted price. My transparency was respected and …
I love the fact that I was not pressured to sign on the line right now in order to keep the quoted price. My transparency was respected and a plan was made to help me get the work done.
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Mike performed a quality service check on my FSM basement waterproofing system installed in 12/24. System still working great as expected!…
Mike performed a quality service check on my FSM basement waterproofing system installed in 12/24. System still working great as expected! Thank you FSM!
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Jason Schilt, came to inspect our home on 7/24, and arrived on time to inspect our home inside, outside, and our crawl space. We cannot…
Jason Schilt, came to inspect our home on 7/24, and arrived on time to inspect our home inside, outside, and our crawl space. We cannot have asked to receive a better inspector than Jason. He did not rush through the inspection but took his time to provide us with very thorough details with images to show what we were dealing with under the crawl space. Jason also helped us with financing, and went through pricing options as well as gave his honest professional opinion of what needs to be repaired/replaced.We had reached out to a different company prior to contacting FSM and when the individual arrived to our home he was only here at most 10 minutes and within this short few minutes without ever even going into our crawl space to see what the problem was he stated our structure and foundation both were bad, said he would need to dig up pavements along the house to knock the crawl space wall out then he would go in from there to repair anything he found. He said he also would need to replace the pavement going along our home after he was finished. He quoted us 20,000 to start this job and it took me numerous calls to get the estimate which arrived 3 weeks later. We did not hesitate to call FSM for a second opinion as we were not comfortable with the first guy from the independently owned company who quoted us 20,000. We are so thankful that FSM gave us Jason Schilt as our inspector because he genuinely cares about his job and the well being of his customers. We hope others are as blessed as we were to have Jason come to their home, he’s a very honest person and great guy to do business with! Thank you so much for everything Jason! We appreciate you and your honesty, you’re the best!Rob and Tammy C.
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To keep it short and sweet: FSM and their team went above and beyond to make sure the job was done right. I really appreciated the hard…
To keep it short and sweet: FSM and their team went above and beyond to make sure the job was done right. I really appreciated the hard working team members that got us squared away. Specifically T.J Hunsanger, Ruben, Jesse and Ron busted their tails getting our job completed today. Thanks for your hard work and expertise!
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James was very nice and understanding of the situation. He took his time working out all the problems and explained everything in a way…
James was very nice and understanding of the situation. He took his time working out all the problems and explained everything in a way that we could understand with ease. He connected, joked, and helped lessen our concerns. Understanding our money concerns with big repairs, He offers many options and worked out the numbers right infront of us with no hidden fees. I recommend him.
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Great company. Good service. Respectful and reliable.
Great company. Good service. Respectful and reliable.
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Dave Pearson and his crew did a great job and were very professional.
Dave Pearson and his crew did a great job and were very professional.
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Nate and Noah were the best! They went above and beyond with making our garage floor even. Thank you for taking your time to make sure…
Nate and Noah were the best! They went above and beyond with making our garage floor even. Thank you for taking your time to make sure everything was okay and explained everything throughly to ensure we felt confident!
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.
What We Use
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.
What We Use
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!
Top Cities We Serve
Wet Basement Repair Resources
Our Locations
32985 Schoolcraft Road
Livonia, MI 48150
5985 Clay Avenue SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
2817 Bond St.
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
5555 Airport Hwy
Toledo, OH 43615
3805 Elmers Industrial Drive
Traverse City, MI 49685