New Britain basements take a beating. Between the clay soil and some of the older homes around here, water finds a way in more often than most homeowners expect. We've been the go-to South Windsor waterproofing experts since 1976, and we've fixed enough wet basements in Hartford County to know exactly what causes these problems and how to stop them for good.
Here's the thing about New Britain: the soil doesn't drain the way it should. Water pools up, pressure builds against your foundation walls, and eventually something gives. Maybe it's a hairline crack that turns into a trickle. Maybe your sump pump runs constantly but can't keep up. We get calls like this all the time at Eastern Waterproofing Co., Inc., and the fix usually comes down to addressing what's happening below your floor, not just slapping a band-aid on the walls.
We install a real drainage system. That means a 4-inch perforated pipe wrapped in washed stone with filter fabric, set below your floor right next to the footing. This lowers the water table under your home, so moisture doesn't have anywhere to go but out. A lot of companies push cheaper track systems that sit on top of the slab, but those don't solve anything. We've been doing this for almost 50 years because we do it right the first time.
Wet basements and foundation damage usually go hand in hand. If you've got cracks spreading across your walls or floors that feel uneven, the structure itself might be compromised. We handle masonry and foundation repairs designed to restore stability and stop water from sneaking through. Every home is different, so we customize the repair plan based on what's actually going on with yours.
We're family-owned. No salespeople, no franchise fees, no inflated quotes driven by commission. You talk to an owner, get an honest assessment, and we get to work. Our crew averages over 12 years with the company, which means experienced hands on every job. We're also known for leaving your space cleaner than we found it. Fully licensed, insured, and certified as a Small Business Enterprise in CT and MA.
New Britain earned its "Hardware City" nickname through decades of manufacturing history, and that working-class grit still runs through the community. Sitting about 10 miles southwest of Hartford, it's home to Walnut Hill Park, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and neighborhoods full of families who've been here for generations. This city deserves waterproofing done right, by people who respect both the homes and the people living in them.
If your basement's giving you trouble, reach out for a free estimate. We'll tell you exactly what's going on and what it takes to fix it.
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