Many foundation repair companies waterproof basements and it may be difficult to determine who you can trust.  If you have interviewed basement waterproofing companies you likely have a difference of opinions and solutions which confuse your decision making process.

People often ask what the best way to waterproof basements is and the answer is really more complicated that it seems like it should be.  If someone is looking to solve their leak in basement or wet basement mold for example it will depend on what the real problem is.  If the original exterior basement waterproofing system is bad and there are wet basement walls then the best way to waterproofing basements like that would be exterior basement waterproofing to restore the seal and stop penetration.

If the basement water leaks are through the floor or up through seams where the basement walls meet the floor the best way may be an interior basement waterproofing system to prevent the build up of ground water around the foundation from underneath.

It is important to have a thorough inspection by a reputable basement waterproofing contractor who offers all basement systems and can recommend the best solution as well as some alternatives that may better fit your budget and goals for the home.

Visit your local BBB website and look at the complaint history before hiring a  basement waterproofing contractor and if you are a member review reports on Angie’s list.

For a no obligation from a full service basement waterproofing company in the Akron, Canton, Medina, Kent and surrounding areas call Pioneer Basement Solutions at 1-877-321-4889

I often find myself looking at basement water leaks and talking to homeowners who seem very leery of me due to the treatment they have had from other basement waterproofing companies .  There are some pushy sales people out there trained by the basement waterproofing contractors to “close the sale” on the first appointment, pulling out all the stops to get a commitment.  I will touch on the most popular one here so you can bee on the look out.

Let me start by stating that you can not run a successful business of any kind without knowing what it takes to deliver the desired result to the customer.  Obviously.  Included in that for  basement waterproofing companies is almost exactly how long it will take to perform the work and solve the basement water leaks .  Any company that does the same thing over and over for a long period knows just about if not exactly what it will take to get the work done. 

What is the point?  The “stand by” or “flex” or “on call” sales tactic.  This one is used after trying other “closing techniques” and is usually introduced by “I just thought of something that could save you a lot of money”…but you have to decide right now. The premise is that the basement waterproofing contractor can not predict how long a project will take to complete.  So this creates “gaps in the schedule” and if you are willing to be on call on a 24 hour notice to fill the gap it really helps our production flow…blah blah blah.  This sounds very convincing coming from a sales pro (who probably told you when he got there he is not a salesman but they are so busy he had to come out of the office or where ever and help cover the appointment) who has practiced it over and over and has a logical explanation of how it works.

It is a gimmick.

You should never be persuaded by a basement waterproofing company to sign right away.  Take time to explore your options of different basement systems from different basement waterproofing contractors and check out their references.

For a no pressure free consultation in northeast Ohio Akron, Kent, Medina and surrounding areas, call Pioneer Basement Solutions at 1-877-321-4889 or visit the website here.

If you have basement water leaks you are likely dreading the quest for a basement waterproofing company to handle your foundation waterproofing needs.  There are horror stories out there about foundation waterproofing out high pressure salesmen and war zone like jobsites / dirty disasters to clean up and so on.  So what should you look for?

The obvious is check with the BBB but there are a few tips with what to look for there.  Look to see if the basement waterproofing company is accredited.  This means they are a member.  The BBB reports on all businesses, members or not so the only way you know they are a member is to be sure you call accredited listings.  Then you should look beyond the A B C score to check out BBB complaints.  Members and non members can score an A and have several open complaints.  It is based on size of business and employees.  And as long as the company responds to the complaints they get an A.

Try Angies List for your basement waterproofing company search.  This membership based (very low fee well worth it) database has golden input from customers.  You will see basement waterproofing cost listed, and in the customers own words how the basement waterproofing contractor performed graded in several areas.

Get referrals…ask for something specific so they cant just hand you a prepared before hand list.  Ask your co-workes, family and neighbors.  The best basement waterproofing companies will always be the ones that gain most of their business by referrals.

In northeast Ohio such as Akron Canton Medina Kent and surrounding areas check out Pioneer Basement Solutions.  See the Angies List report here.

There are specific reasons why basement waterproofing contractors offer different basement systems to solve basement water leaks and problems associated with foundations.

The number one reason is most basement waterproofing contractors only actually install one type of system.  Many of these contractors incorporate into their “sales pitch” a review of all types of basement waterproofing solutions in a way that leads their customers to the one they want to sell, the only one they actually install.

Those that area interior basement waterproofing contractors will exaggerate or emphasise the extent of disturbance to the exterior surrounding your foundation and the “nightmare” will scare you away from  exterior basement waterproofing.

Those that only install exterior basement waterproofing will present a very logical argument that all water comes from outside and thus that is the only “right” way to fix your basement water leaks.

Then you have basement waterproofing contractors who sell patented basement systems and do so because they are looking for that edge in the sales process to rule out all competition.  Their “patented system” is very impressive, again logical in how it solves the foundation problem because they have highly trained sales people that sell their one solution over and over in the same way day after day and get very good at it.

Do yourself a favor if you have interviewed any of the above type of basement waterproofing companies and seek out another opinion from a full service basement waterproofing company that can prove they actually install all types of basement waterproofing solutions with references, pictures etc…

And take a look at Better Business Bureau complaint reports (not just the “Grade”) as well as consider a referral source like Angie’s List.

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Pioneer Basement Solutions has been waterproofing basements since 1979, waterproofing akron area homes  business as well as waterproofing Canton area homes & businesses & waterproofing Medina area homes, Portage county and more.

Pioneer is an Ohio basement waterproofing company offering all basement systems including exterior basement waterproofing  interior basement waterproofing and foundation repair and has received several awards for perfect customer service.  2008, 2009, 2010 Angie’s List super service award for  basement waterproofing contractors as well as the Better Business Bureau Gold Star Award for Zero Complaints!

We take a problem solving approach to basement water leaks and foundation problems identifying causes and explaining all possible basement solutions.  The home owner is in control of how the work is performed as well as how much work is performed.

People have experienced  basement waterproofing contractors in the Akron, Canton, Medina, Kent / Portage areas that send high pressure sales people out to the home and go for the “today only” – first appointment sale.  Pioneer Basement Solutions is 180 degrees the opposite.  We never pressure anyone and do not offer any gimmicks or use any false tactics to persuade customers to “sign tonight”.

If you are shopping your basement waterproofing company options and considering different basement systems to solve your problem, be sure to contact Pioneer Basement Solutions for a free no obligation quote and get the information you need to make a wise decision on how to stop those basement water leaks.

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Not every basement waterproofing company goes about solving basement water leaks the same way, as you may have learned if you have been shopping basement waterproofing companies lately.  Most basement waterproofing companies sell specific basement systems like a one size fits all and some basement waterproofing contractors are full service.  That would be the first thing to look for when considering contracting your basement repair project.

Companies that sell one specific system, franchised contractors for sure operate this way, will have impressive presentations that will bring up other methods and present an argument for their solution.  A full service  basement waterproofing company will leave you in control of the solution that makes the best sense for your problems with plenty of good direction and advice.  To test a company ask for references on each method, exterior basement waterproofing and interior basement waterproofing as well as combination solutions.

Look for the obvious (yet not as common as you think) such as licensing, bond, worker’s compensation insurance etc…  Many salesmen will say they have those things, make them prove it and also call your local building department to verify.

Check out the Better Business Bureau and Angie’s List reports.  Dig in beyond the surface rating and look at the complaint histories such as what types of complaints have been filed and are they resolved. 

Avoid “today only” or any other sales gimmicks.  A popular one among basement waterproofing companies is the “stand by” or “flex schedule” tactic.  They tell you they can offer a substantial savings if you are willing to be on call.  It is simply a tactic using logic to get another shot at a signed contract on the first visit.

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Homeowners Foundation Repair is often easier than you think.  Sometimes the basement foundation can simply be reinforced and this protects the value of your Ohio home and the safety of your family.  While many basement waterproofing companies may not have the experience or expertise to give you advice on your basement foundation, Pioneer Basement Solutions has been providing these added services for years to help homeowners get all the services they need in one place from a company that they can trust.

So if you need a full service basement solutions company in Ohio, specifically in the Akron or Canton area, give Pioneer Basement Solutions a call.

If you have an Akron home with basement water leaks, you should have a basement waterproofing company take a look at it for you.  All good Akron basement waterproofing companies are going to do a free basement inspection and give you an estimate.  Then you are going to have a better idea of what you are dealing with.

Typically the basement waterproofing contractor will give you some good feedback on how serious the situation is and what the cause is.

There are usually different kinds of solutions for different basement water leaks that occur.  A good contractor is going to explain your options, give you a fair price quote and let you ask questions so that you feel 100% comfortable with the decision you make.

Once you waterproof your Akron basement you will be able to refinish the basement as well if you want and make it a great extension of the living space of your home.  Or you can just use your newly waterproofed basement for safe storage and have the piece of mind that you will not develop any wet basement mold or other problems that can plague a wet basement.

We’d love to be your basement waterproofing company of choice.  If you have an Akron or Canton Ohio home that has a wet basement, give us a call and lets schedule an appointment.

Finishing your basement can be an excellent move.  It increases the value of your home and gives you a new, livable area of the home that will improve family life.

Maybe you are going to put in a family room, a rec room or a home office. These are all good ideas for your basement finishing project.  And the basement finishing cost may be lower than you think if you have a sound basement and a strong foundation.

Before you start any basement finishing project, you should have your basement foundation inspected and also check for water leaks.  Finishing your basement and then ending up with a leak in basement is an unpleasant thing to have happen to you.

This is easy.  You just call a great Ohio basement waterproofing company like Pioneer Basement Solutions and they come out and give you a free inspection and quote on any work that needs done.

This is important if you have any doubts about the long term stability and soundness of your basement walls.  Is the home foundation strong?  Are there bowed basement walls?  Is there wet basement mold hidden?

Fixing these kinds of things before you finish your basement is important so you do not waste your time.

Pioneer Basement Solutions has been waterproofing Ohio basements for many years.  We have helped people with wet basements, people that want to finish their basement and even when there are bowed basement walls, we have helped homeowners foundation repair to reinforce the home foundation and make the basement safer.

One of the important things you need to know is that any good Ohio basement waterproofing company is going to be willing to come out and give you a written basement waterproofing estimate.

While you might not consider it cheap basement waterproofing, it is often cheaper than you expect.  Plus, because it adds to the value of your home you should see it as an investment, not an expense.

It is an investment in your home value.  It is an investment in your family well-being.  And it is an investment in your future because it makes a house easier to sell when the time comes.

So if you are thinking about waterproofing your Ohio home give us a call.