Foundation and waterproofing work in Fox Point
Fox Point sits on the Lake Michigan bluff, and a lot of its mid-century houses are surrounded by trees that have been growing just as long. Those big trees shade the yard and reach their roots toward the moisture along foundation walls. Add downspouts that empty a foot from the house, often into beds that slope back toward it, and every rain puts a heavy load of water right against the basement. Clay soil holds it there, and over time the wall starts to crack, weep at the floor edge, or push inward.
When we come out to a Fox Point home, we walk the outside before the basement. Gutters, downspouts and grade tell you a lot about where water enters. Inside, we repair cracks, brace walls that have moved, and install interior drain tile and a sump pump with battery backup. Exterior waterproofing to the footing is an option when a wall needs full protection. We also handle wall sealing, vapor barriers, steel support beams and egress windows. If the Village of Fox Point requires a permit, we take care of it.
