Exterior membrane systems, footing drains, and corrected grading tackle Portland, OR water intrusion at the source, before it ever reaches the interior wall.
A lot of Portland, OR exterior waterproofing failures trace back to a footing drain that was installed without proper slope, which means it never actually moved water the way it was supposed to. We verify slope during installation, not just at design.
We call in utility locates before any digging starts, standard on every Portland, OR exterior job.
Excavation equipment and membrane materials are staged locally so an exterior project doesn't wait on out-of-town logistics.
Pricing is quoted per linear foot of foundation wall being treated, based on an on-site measurement, not a phone estimate.
We install dimpled membrane rated for below-grade use, paired with a footing drain that ties into your existing or new drainage system.
Every Portland, OR Exterior Waterproofing job starts with an inspection, not a generic package — here's what that typically includes.
This is the most comprehensive Portland, OR waterproofing fix available, addressing the wall itself rather than just managing water after it gets in.
A perforated footing drain collects groundwater at the base of the foundation and routes it away before it can build pressure against the wall.
Soil that slopes toward the foundation instead of away from it is one of the most common Portland, OR water intrusion causes, and it's often the cheapest fix on this list.
Window wells collecting water get excavated, fitted with a gravel bed, and tied into the exterior drain system so they stop acting as a funnel toward the foundation.
This is often bundled with grading correction since the two issues usually show up together.
Photos of the exterior foundation area help us plan equipment and access before the visit.
We flag any utility lines or landscaping features that need special handling during excavation.
We explain what's included in landscaping restoration so there's no confusion after backfill.
Excavation, membrane installation, and backfill for a typical residential wall section usually take a few days depending on access and weather.
"Membrane and footing drain install took three days but the wall that used to weep every storm has been bone dry since."
— Portland Homeowner
"They found our downspouts were dumping water two feet from the foundation. Extended them and regraded, and that alone made a noticeable difference."
— Portland Customer
"Window well kept flooding every storm. They excavated, added drainage, and resealed the window frame while they were at it."
— Portland Homeowner
"Footing drain from the original builder had failed completely. New one actually slopes correctly and moves water like it should."
— Portland Customer
Interior systems manage water after it enters; exterior systems stop water from reaching the wall in the first place, which is more invasive but often more permanent.
We discuss landscaping impact during the estimate so there are no surprises.
We measure your specific foundation during the on-site inspection rather than assuming a standard depth.
We'll walk through both options and their trade-offs so you can make an informed choice.
Yes — grading correction and downspout extension are often standalone fixes that resolve a surprising number of Portland, OR water intrusion issues on their own.
A typical residential wall section with membrane and footing drain work takes a few days depending on access and weather conditions.
We handle exterior excavation and membrane work throughout Portland and the surrounding Portland, OR service area, including the zip codes listed below.
Zip codes we serve in Portland, OR: 97227 97221 97220 97229 97203 97202 97201 97206 97205 97204 97209 97208 97258 97266 97218 97236 97232 97233 97230 97239 97219 97214 97215 97216 97217 97210 97211 97212 97213 97207 97228 97238 97240 97242 97250 97251 97252 97253 97254 97256 97280 97282 97283 97286 97290 97291 97292 97293 97294 97222 97223 97224 97225 97267
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