Our team has 17+ years of experience and has waterproofed over 10,000 Chicagoland homes. We are a licensed Illinois plumbing contractor (#055-043868) with City of Chicago plumber’s license #J14729, and we offer free inspections to Lombard homeowners.
Waterproofing services we provide in Lombard
- 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 Lombard homes leak
Lombard’s mix of older homes near the village center and postwar subdivisions means many basements were built before modern drainage standards. The village sits along the East Branch DuPage River, and Lombard’s own public works department notes that when sanitary or combined sewers are overwhelmed in heavy storms, water can back up into basements – which is why backflow prevention and flood control matter here as much as wall sealing. Dense clay soil holds water against foundation walls, and spring snowmelt and summer storms push it through cracks, floor coves and window wells. A proper fix starts with finding where the water is actually getting in, which is why every Safe Seal job starts with a free inspection and a written plan, not a one-size-fits-all pitch.
Why Lombard homeowners choose Safe Seal
- Lifetime warranty on waterproofing work
- Our team has 17+ years of experience and has waterproofed over 10,000 Chicagoland homes
- Licensed and insured: Illinois Plumbing Contractor #055-043868, Chicago Plumber’s License #J14729, Home Repair License #2163992, Drain Layers License #2504
- Free inspections, upfront pricing, no hidden fees
- Local crews who know DuPage County soil and drainage conditions
Frequently asked questions
How much does basement waterproofing cost in Lombard?
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 that stays with the home.
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 Lombard
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. Calls are answered 24/7.