Prospect Heights knows its flood risk by name: in June 2018 more than four inches of rain fell on the city’s west side within two hours, and in heavy storms about 60 homes near Willow Road have been completely inaccessible, per the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District. Safe Seal provides basement waterproofing, foundation crack repair, sump pump systems and crawl space encapsulation for Prospect Heights homeowners.
Waterproofing services we provide in Prospect Heights
- Interior and exterior basement waterproofing systems
- Drain tile and water redirection systems
- Sump pump installation with battery backup
- Crawl space encapsulation and vapor barriers
- Foundation crack repair and sealing
- Sewer backup prevention and flood control
- Moisture, vapor and radon mitigation
Why Prospect Heights homes leak
The flooding around Willow Road and McDonald Creek Tributary A is serious enough that the MWRD put $1.8 million toward a $3.12 million flood control project raising Willow Road, Hillcrest Drive and Owen Court and adding culverts and storage; the city administrator described some years with 12 to 15 days of road closures. The city has also commissioned formal flood studies of the Arlington Countryside, Elm and Willow, Eastside and Lake Claire areas, and its public works department maintains the sewer system specifically to reduce the possibility of sewage backing up into residences. Prospect Heights holds a Class 6 in FEMA’s Community Rating System per FEMA’s current community list, a 20% flood insurance discount for floodplain properties – recognition that the risk here is managed, not gone. Every Safe Seal job starts with a free inspection and a written plan, because the right fix depends on where the water is actually getting in.
Why Prospect Heights homeowners choose Safe Seal
- Lifetime warranty on waterproofing work
- Free inspections and free estimates
Frequently asked questions
How much does basement waterproofing cost in Prospect Heights?
It depends on where the water is coming in. A simple crack repair costs far less than a full interior drain tile system. After a free inspection we give you a written, fixed quote so you know the full cost before any work starts.
How long does a typical job take?
Most crack repairs and sump pump installations finish in a day. Full interior or exterior waterproofing systems usually take two to five days depending on the size of the home.
Do you warranty your work?
Yes. Our waterproofing work carries a lifetime warranty.
Should I waterproof from the inside or the outside?
Interior systems manage water that is already reaching the foundation and are less disruptive. Exterior systems stop water before it reaches the wall but require excavation. We recommend whichever actually solves your problem after inspecting the home, and we explain the trade-offs in plain terms.
Do you also handle crawl spaces?
Yes. We encapsulate crawl spaces with vapor barriers, drainage and sealing to stop moisture, mold and musty smells at the source.
Get a free inspection in Prospect Heights
Call (630) 324-7116 or send us a message using the form below for a free basement waterproofing inspection. Office hours: Monday-Friday 8 AM – 6 PM, Saturday 9 AM – 3 PM. You can call 24 hours a day.