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Foundation Waterproofing in Des Moines
Your foundation is the most critical structural element of your home. We offer comprehensive solutions to keep water out and your foundation strong.
What homeowners say
Foundations Protected Season After Season
Why this matters
Water Against Your Foundation Never Takes a Break
Your foundation supports your entire home. Water intrusion can lead to cracked walls, basement flooding, mold and mildew, structural instability, and decreased home value. Ignoring it usually means bigger problems and higher costs later.
What we do
Foundation Waterproofing Matched to Your Home
We offer exterior waterproofing (applied to the outside of foundation walls before backfilling to stop water before it reaches your foundation) and interior systems (drainage and sealants to manage water that has already entered). We'll recommend the right approach for your situation and explain it in plain English.
When the wall is moving too
Carbon Fiber Braces for a Bowing Foundation Wall
Membranes manage water; they do not stop incremental bowing. Where a wall is a candidate for reinforcement, we often specify carbon fiber straps bonded along the interior face to add tensile strength without digging out your yard. We pair that plan with the right waterproofing so you are not fighting the same pressure twice. See how we approach foundation repair.
Heavier loads
Steel Braces When Soil Pressure Will Not Quit
Some wall heights, soil loads, or crack patterns call for adjustable steel braces that can be tightened on a controlled schedule. If that is your home, we say so upfront and coordinate drainage so steel and waterproofing do not work against each other.
Last resort, honestly explained
Foundation Replacement With Full Context
There are cases where foundation replacement is the straight story - failed prior repairs, crumbling sections, or movement that bracing cannot honestly arrest. We explain what replacement involves, how it intersects with waterproofing, and when a brace-and-seal approach still buys you safe years. Start with a walkthrough on our foundation repair page or call for an inspection.
Simple process, clear results
Three Steps to a Foundation You Can Trust
From inspection to finished job, we keep things straightforward.
We listen and inspect
You tell us what you're seeing. We inspect your foundation and explain what's causing the issue and what will fix it.
You get a clear plan and price
We give you a written estimate and a straightforward plan. No hidden fees. You decide when, or if, you want to move forward.
You get a protected foundation and peace of mind
We install it right, on schedule, and clean up. Your foundation is protected and our work is backed by a warranty.
Serving central Iowa
Areas We Serve in Greater Des Moines
Dry Duck Basements is located in Des Moines. We service foundation waterproofing throughout Iowa, within about 60 miles of Des Moines. If you're in one of these areas, we can help:
Risks of waiting or cutting corners
Delaying Foundation Work Only Raises the Bill
Skipping waterproofing or hiring someone who cuts corners can lead to:
- Recurring leaks and water damage that get worse over time
- Mold and mildew that affect your family's health and air quality
- Foundation cracks and structural issues that cost far more to fix later
- Wasted money on band-aid fixes or contractors who don't stand behind their work
Related services
Fixing Water Often Means Fixing Structure Too
Whether you need basement waterproofing, sealing, leak repair, or exterior waterproofing, we have a clear plan and a fair price. Not sure which service fits your situation? Get a free inspection and we'll recommend the right approach.
Foundation Repair
Stabilize bowing walls with carbon fiber, steel braces, or replacement when needed.
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Basement Waterproofing
Complete solutions so water stays out and your basement stays dry.
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Exterior Foundation Waterproofing
Stop water at the source with exterior membranes and drainage.
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Common questions
What to Ask Before Foundation Work Starts
What is foundation waterproofing?
How much does foundation waterproofing cost?
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