The most effective of possible interior drainage systems is a perforated drain pipe wrapped in soil-separating fabric and installed inside the perimeter of the footing.
This requires removing and replacing concrete at the slab edge. By placing the drain pipe beneath the slab, it drains the water table to a lower level and can be pitched towards the sump basin for increased flow. Similar to an exterior system, the drainage pipe connects to a sump pump. The sump basin should have an airtight, childproof cover. Holes must be drilled at the base of every block core to permit drainage. A critical component of this approach is the dimpled plastic diverter placed at the base of the wall and beneath the slab edge that permits free drainage of the wall into the drain pipe. This method is less expensive and much more effective than many specialized drainage channel systems.
With over 100 years of combined experience, StayDry® technicians are master installers. Get started today with your free estimate.
Hydrostatic pressure is one of the reasons foundations fail. We offer a full range of foundation repair options for your home, from polyurethane crack injection to jobs that require the support of a foundation structural engineer. We’ve helped hundreds of Michigan residents keep their foundation walls reinforced and reliable to prevent health and safety hazards down the line.
Waterproofing and repairing your crawl space can keep out damaging moisture and humidity while also increasing the value of your home.
StayDry® offers crawl space encapsulation for dirt floor crawl spaces. We will come in, cover the dirt floors, and install a heavy vapor barrier. StayDry® can complete the installation process within a few days for most homes.
That black growth on your walls is doing nothing for your decor. And your respiratory system is none too pleased, either.
Besides being proof of water accumulation and excessive moisture, mold can cause some pretty serious health problems, especially for young ones and grandparents. Don’t take a chance on your family’s health—let’s discuss your options for mold treatment.
Waterproof your home affordably and quickly! And have peace of mind knowing many of our services are also backed by our industry-leading warranty. Unlike many of our competitors, our lifetime warranties are fully transferable.
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StayDry® Waterproofing is part of a select group of contractors who have been recognized with Platinum Certification from Fortress. This means we receive factory direct training and our installations are backed by a manufacturer’s Lifetime Warranty.
Learn how InvisiBeam® by Fortress can help your bowed walls in this video!
From its humble beginnings in Lansing, MI in 2006, StayDry® has emerged to become the fastest growing basement waterproofing company in the tri-state area. Today, StayDry® has assembled a team of over 50 people working in the sales, installation and office areas. Our sales team of ten foundation consultants has over 100 collective years of experience ready to evaluate customer concerns.
StayDry® was founded on the belief that if you provide quality service at a fair price your business will increase beyond expectations. We prize the referrals from thousands of satisfied customers and regard them as our greatest assets. We value and respect the trust that each customer has placed with us!
Your crew was professional and courteous and addressed any questions or concerns we had. The cleanup both outside and inside was great.
D. De Bone, Cement City
Our basement is now saved and StayDry® has done an exceptional job treating us and our home with respect and care.
J. & A. Aamodt, Muskegon
I want to thank you for solving our basement water problem. Your wonderful crew came to our rescue and did such a fantastic job.
L. Collins of Collins Insurance Agency Inc., Jackson
StayDry® follows basement waterproofing best practices championed by The University of Minnesota, so you can feel at ease knowing your property is in good hands.
Take a look at our before & after gallery, case studies, and testimonials to see why our team truly is made up of real-life superheroes!
The PitBoss+ Sump Pump Smart Outlet uses your home’s WiFi to monitor your sump pump 24/7. If a problem with your pump is detected, the PitBoss+ Smart Outlet sends alerts to your smartphone so you can take action. Here's how it works!
The StayDry® team has 100+ years of experience with basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, wall repair, and mold control. Give us a call or fill out the form here and we’ll call you back.
Detroit - We are proud to serve the entire Detroit metropolitan area.
Ann Arbor - We often complete basement waterproofing and foundation repair in this home of a Top-10 school!
Grand Rapids - We love Grand Rapids! We've had countless basement waterproofing customers in this beautiful city.
Lansing - The state capitol is where our business was founded.
Kalamazoo - We provide basement waterproofing and foundation repair in Kalamazoo, MI.