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We recently completed a waterproofing project in an older home out in Covington, Kentucky. Before our project, the basement would practically flood anytime it rained. The owners grew tired of having to vacuum the water out each time it rained, so they decided to take care of it once and for all. It was a very prototypical waterproof job for us that required our WaterGuard subfloor drains, a Super Sump Plus sump pump, an Ultra Sump 4 battery backup system, and a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. This new system replaced their outdated existing exterior waterproofing system. After installation, the owners had no problem with rain and they can now focus on other better things to do with their time instead of constantly cleaning water out of their basement.
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We underpinned the corner of this Covington, KY, home with our helical piers in order to stop the foundation from settling. In order to underpin the corner, we first had to expose the footer by excavating around the corner. We then drilled our screw shaped piers into load-bearing soil found deep in the earth. We then attached the ends of the piers to the footer by using our "L" shaped brackets. We then attempted to lift the foundation with our hydraulic system. We finished the job by backfilling the trench with the dug up soil.
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Homeowners in the Tri-State—from Northern Kentucky and Southwest Ohio to Southeast Indiana—know that heavy rains and high water tables can quickly lead to a wet basement. In Covington, our heavy clay soils trap moisture against your foundation, leading to leaks, mold, and dampness. At [Company Name], we provide a complete range of basement waterproofing solutions designed to keep your home permanently dry:
Whether you have a historic home in Covington or a modern build, our waterproofing systems are tailored to the local climate and geology of the Ohio River Valley.
Across the Tri-State and Greater Cincinnati area, homeowners in Covington face unique foundation challenges due to our heavy local clay soils and high seasonal water tables. At The Basement Doctor of Cincinnati, we provide engineered waterproofing and structural repairs designed to keep your home dry and stable throughout the year.
Whether you are dealing with hydrostatic pressure causing basement leaks or foundation cracks from soil settlement in the Ohio River Valley, our local team provides permanent protection for your Covington, KY property.
Sinking sidewalks and uneven driveways are common throughout our region due to the intense freeze-thaw cycles and shifting soils found in KY. Instead of costly concrete replacement, we utilize PolyLevel®—a high-density polyurethane foam that lifts and levels concrete slabs with surgical precision.
It’s the fastest, most durable way to remove tripping hazards and restore your property’s curb appeal in Covington.
This Covington, KY home had a noticeable dip in the floors above the basement. Over time, the original floor joists had weakened, leaving parts of the home feeling soft and uneven underfoot. After a thorough inspection, our team recommended installing SmartJacks to lift and stabilize the sagging joists from below. Once the system was in place, we carefully adjusted each jack to bring the floors back to level, restoring both stability and comfort inside the home. This type of foundation repair not only strengthens the structure but also prevents future settling in the basement framing. Another solid fix for a Covington homeowner who can now walk across level floors again.
A homeowner in Covington, Kentucky, reached out to us after noticing signs of foundation settlement — including cracking in the walls and doors that no longer closed properly. The shifting foundation was putting stress on the structure, and they needed a permanent solution to stop the movement.
After a thorough inspection, we recommended foundation underpinning using helical piers. These steel piers are drilled deep into stable soil layers beneath the home and are designed to transfer the structure’s weight away from weak or shifting surface soils.
Our crew carefully installed the piers around the settling sections of the foundation. In some areas, we were able to lift the structure slightly, helping to close cracks and restore alignment. Most importantly, the piers now provide permanent stabilization, preventing any future settlement.
Thanks to this repair, the homeowner can feel confident that their foundation is secure and protected for years to come.
The basement walls of this Covington, Kentucky home were bowing and cracking over time. Our technicians arrived ready to install a PowerBrace system. This system not only provides permanent support to bowing or unstable basement walls - but it can also sometimes be used to straighten walls back up to their original positions (depending on field conditions). After the PowerBraces were installed, the homeowners could rest assured that their basement walls were stable.
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