Foundation Systems of Michigan (FSM), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, concrete, gutter, and generator needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the state of Michigan. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, FSM is here to restore your foundation or basement.
"Great job"
Sean D on August 2024
Foundation Systems of Michigan (FSM), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, concrete, gutter, and generator needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the state of Michigan. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, FSM is here to restore your foundation or basement.
"Great job"
Sean D on August 2024
Foundation Systems of Michigan (FSM), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, concrete, gutter, and generator needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the state of Michigan. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, FSM is here to restore your foundation or basement.
"Our home needed 2 support jacks and a dehumidifier. We have used FSM in the past and knew they did quality work. Miguel and Jasmany came today to do the work . They were on time, polite and efficient. They communicated to us what they were going to due. The work needed to be inspected by our local building inspector. She observed and approved the work. Your team made sure the vapor barrier was reinstalled and left the work site in good repair. We value and respect your company. We know you stand behind all your work and products. "
pat s on May 2025
Foundation Systems of Michigan (FSM), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, concrete, gutter, and generator needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the state of Michigan. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, FSM is here to restore your foundation or basement.
"Our home needed 2 support jacks and a dehumidifier. We have used FSM in the past and knew they did quality work. Miguel and Jasmany came today to do the work . They were on time, polite and efficient. They communicated to us what they were going to due. The work needed to be inspected by our local building inspector. She observed and approved the work. Your team made sure the vapor barrier was reinstalled and left the work site in good repair. We value and respect your company. We know you stand behind all your work and products. "
pat s on May 2025
EverDry Waterproofing is the nation's leading residential basement waterproofing contractor. Since 1983, EverDry has provided full-service waterproofing to more than 80,000 satisfied customers. EverDry Waterproofing was featured on HGTV & are members of: BBB, NAWSRC, BIA, NARI and numerous realtor organizations. Our methods of eliminating water, dampness, and moisture in and around your homes foundation are patented and BOCA evaluated for you protection. Our "Life Of The Structure" Transferable Warranty is the most unique and sought after warranty in the Business! It's not Dry, Until It's EVERDRY! Call us today at 1-866-EVERDRY
"We hired Ever-Dry to help with basement issues which they installed two new sump pumps and an interior and exterior drainage system with no issues and all permits were pulled and approved."
Scott G on August 2024
EverDry Waterproofing is the nation's leading residential basement waterproofing contractor. Since 1983, EverDry has provided full-service waterproofing to more than 80,000 satisfied customers. EverDry Waterproofing was featured on HGTV & are members of: BBB, NAWSRC, BIA, NARI and numerous realtor organizations. Our methods of eliminating water, dampness, and moisture in and around your homes foundation are patented and BOCA evaluated for you protection. Our "Life Of The Structure" Transferable Warranty is the most unique and sought after warranty in the Business! It's not Dry, Until It's EVERDRY! Call us today at 1-866-EVERDRY
"We hired Ever-Dry to help with basement issues which they installed two new sump pumps and an interior and exterior drainage system with no issues and all permits were pulled and approved."
Scott G on August 2024
Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, and Ohio with over 20 years of experience. Our repairs come with a lifetime warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- the most valuable investment you'll ever make.
"Great service"
Nicholas M on June 2025
Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, and Ohio with over 20 years of experience. Our repairs come with a lifetime warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- the most valuable investment you'll ever make.
"Great service"
Nicholas M on June 2025
Have a wet basement or crawl space? Recently voted the best basement waterproofing company in Metro Detroit, Waterproof Basements MI has been a trusted leader in basement and crawl space waterproofing, wall reinforcement and crack repair for several years. We also perform crawl space Encapsulation. Every home is unique and every job should also be treated as unique. Our team of trusted foundation specialists are experts at identifying the exact issues causing the problems in your basement and furthermore our experts can repair your leaky basement right the first time. guaranteed! Fill in the contact box and tell us about the issues you are experiencing to request more information about how we can help fix your leaky basement. Call us today and let us earn your business.
"Being the owner of a carpet company in Metro Detroit, my company installs flooring in thousands of basements every year. Many of those basements had issues with water coming in after heavy rainfall. When we wind up in a home that has evidence of moisture we always recommend our customers to BWM because they do a spectacular job EVERY SINGLE TIME, and charge our customers a very fair price. Once they are done with their work, we can install the carpet or flooring and give our customers a beautifully finished basement with ultimate peace of mind. The pros at Basement Waterproofing of Michigan have serviced almost 1,000 of our customers and have yet to hear any negative feedback from anyone of them. We only hear great things from our customers about the team at BWM."
joe z on June 2020
Have a wet basement or crawl space? Recently voted the best basement waterproofing company in Metro Detroit, Waterproof Basements MI has been a trusted leader in basement and crawl space waterproofing, wall reinforcement and crack repair for several years. We also perform crawl space Encapsulation. Every home is unique and every job should also be treated as unique. Our team of trusted foundation specialists are experts at identifying the exact issues causing the problems in your basement and furthermore our experts can repair your leaky basement right the first time. guaranteed! Fill in the contact box and tell us about the issues you are experiencing to request more information about how we can help fix your leaky basement. Call us today and let us earn your business.
"Being the owner of a carpet company in Metro Detroit, my company installs flooring in thousands of basements every year. Many of those basements had issues with water coming in after heavy rainfall. When we wind up in a home that has evidence of moisture we always recommend our customers to BWM because they do a spectacular job EVERY SINGLE TIME, and charge our customers a very fair price. Once they are done with their work, we can install the carpet or flooring and give our customers a beautifully finished basement with ultimate peace of mind. The pros at Basement Waterproofing of Michigan have serviced almost 1,000 of our customers and have yet to hear any negative feedback from anyone of them. We only hear great things from our customers about the team at BWM."
joe z on June 2020
RC Waterproofing, established in 1978, is the areas oldest basement waterproofing and foundation contractor in the region. We offer customized, no pressure solutions to the following: -Basement Waterproofing -Crawlspace Encapsulation -Foundation Waterproofing -Bowed Wall Repair -Concrete Lifting and Leveling (mud-jacking/poly jacking) -Elevator Pit Waterproofing -Sump Pump replacement -Concrete Repair
"Again went wonderful. Used them years ago in 2012 and hired again for an investment property I own . Crew was same as before...Fast, efficient, and cost was a great deal for what I got. Even gave me a "repeat customer" discount for using them again. A+ Service"
Chad A on February 2019
RC Waterproofing, established in 1978, is the areas oldest basement waterproofing and foundation contractor in the region. We offer customized, no pressure solutions to the following: -Basement Waterproofing -Crawlspace Encapsulation -Foundation Waterproofing -Bowed Wall Repair -Concrete Lifting and Leveling (mud-jacking/poly jacking) -Elevator Pit Waterproofing -Sump Pump replacement -Concrete Repair
"Again went wonderful. Used them years ago in 2012 and hired again for an investment property I own . Crew was same as before...Fast, efficient, and cost was a great deal for what I got. Even gave me a "repeat customer" discount for using them again. A+ Service"
Chad A on February 2019
Brickworks Property Restoration is your best choice for a beautiful house, and you always get proper care to match every new brick to your home. Your replacement brick is the best possible match because we use 15-20 manufactures to find the perfect match (When most companies just use one or two). Also, we deal directly with several leading brick manufactures including the Belden Brick Company, Glen-Gery, Hanson Owens Corning, and General Shale just to name a few. This guarantees you flawless chimney repair job that will last for years to come. Within the past 20 years there has been a dramatic change in brick-style texture and size, and all of these things are considered when choosing the best match for your home.
"I was impressed with this company from The first time they came out to quote the job because I was immediately handed a folder that contained their license and proof of insurance. I accepted the bid and, while we got off to a few false starts, the work was completed in April 2025. The crew that came out was professional, efficient, and very respectful of my property. The chimney and tuck point repair work that they completed was professionally done and you could tell that they took great pride in Their work from the pictures that they showed me of the completed job. I would recommend this company to anyone needing brickwork restoration and would use them again!"
Susan G on April 2025
Brickworks Property Restoration is your best choice for a beautiful house, and you always get proper care to match every new brick to your home. Your replacement brick is the best possible match because we use 15-20 manufactures to find the perfect match (When most companies just use one or two). Also, we deal directly with several leading brick manufactures including the Belden Brick Company, Glen-Gery, Hanson Owens Corning, and General Shale just to name a few. This guarantees you flawless chimney repair job that will last for years to come. Within the past 20 years there has been a dramatic change in brick-style texture and size, and all of these things are considered when choosing the best match for your home.
"I was impressed with this company from The first time they came out to quote the job because I was immediately handed a folder that contained their license and proof of insurance. I accepted the bid and, while we got off to a few false starts, the work was completed in April 2025. The crew that came out was professional, efficient, and very respectful of my property. The chimney and tuck point repair work that they completed was professionally done and you could tell that they took great pride in Their work from the pictures that they showed me of the completed job. I would recommend this company to anyone needing brickwork restoration and would use them again!"
Susan G on April 2025
We specialize in Basement Waterproofing, Crawlspace Waterproofing (encapsulation), Concrete Lifting, Egress Window / Window Well Installation, Installation of Helical piles for new or existing foundations and Foundation Repair. Our team has over 20 years of experience and knowledge in the construction and waterproofing industries. We pride ourselves on getting the job done right the first time! Contact us today for your free estimate!
"Troy and his team were so wonderful throughout this entire process! Troy came out over a year ago to quote - he spent nearly 4 hours on my property making sure that he understood exactly what was going on with each of my buildings. He took several pictures and gave a very estimate. I had several other companies come out to provide quotes & they just simply weren't as thorough or kind. Troy continued to follow up and once we were able to budget for the project, he came out and made sure nothing had changed. Throughout the job he took TONS of pictures so I didn't have to go under the building to check it out. They were professional & very respectful of our business operations. I will have them back this summer to finish up some additional projects! HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY!"
Angie S on December 2020
We specialize in Basement Waterproofing, Crawlspace Waterproofing (encapsulation), Concrete Lifting, Egress Window / Window Well Installation, Installation of Helical piles for new or existing foundations and Foundation Repair. Our team has over 20 years of experience and knowledge in the construction and waterproofing industries. We pride ourselves on getting the job done right the first time! Contact us today for your free estimate!
"Troy and his team were so wonderful throughout this entire process! Troy came out over a year ago to quote - he spent nearly 4 hours on my property making sure that he understood exactly what was going on with each of my buildings. He took several pictures and gave a very estimate. I had several other companies come out to provide quotes & they just simply weren't as thorough or kind. Troy continued to follow up and once we were able to budget for the project, he came out and made sure nothing had changed. Throughout the job he took TONS of pictures so I didn't have to go under the building to check it out. They were professional & very respectful of our business operations. I will have them back this summer to finish up some additional projects! HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY!"
Angie S on December 2020
Homespec is a family-owned and operated business started in 1994 with the simple goal of providing exceptional craftsmanship and even more incredible customer service. We believe that a home repair should be fixed right the first time and for a fair price! We've stayed true to that vision for over 25 years and are proud to provide Michigan homeowners with some of the best in basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, gutter installation, concrete leveling, & foundation repair. We proudly serve communities all throughout Southeast Michigan and The Thumb. Contact us today for a free inspection & estimate to start your journey towards a drier, healthier home!
"Not too well. Looks like a zebra every time it rains. Had them try to fix once and still awful."
Mark P on June 2023
Homespec is a family-owned and operated business started in 1994 with the simple goal of providing exceptional craftsmanship and even more incredible customer service. We believe that a home repair should be fixed right the first time and for a fair price! We've stayed true to that vision for over 25 years and are proud to provide Michigan homeowners with some of the best in basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, gutter installation, concrete leveling, & foundation repair. We proudly serve communities all throughout Southeast Michigan and The Thumb. Contact us today for a free inspection & estimate to start your journey towards a drier, healthier home!
"Not too well. Looks like a zebra every time it rains. Had them try to fix once and still awful."
Mark P on June 2023
The most trusted name in foundation repairs since 1980. Affordable, Local, Professional services for both residential and commercial customers. Our services include foundation repairs with Helical Pier Installation, Steel I-Beam Basement Wall Reinforcement, Carbon Fiber Basement Wall Reinforcement and full foundation rebuilds. We offer both Interior and Exterior Basement Waterproofing, and Rod Hole & Crack Injection Repair for various waterproofing problems. And various crawlspace encapsulation and repair solutions.
"I was struggling to find someone to come out and address the water issue in my crawl space. But Rich came out quickly (and showed up on time), reviewed the proper fix, and finished the job within a few weeks. He was incredibly patient answering my questions and was super helpful in helping me understand the process. They’ve definitely earned my business. 🙌"
Jen C on November 2024
The most trusted name in foundation repairs since 1980. Affordable, Local, Professional services for both residential and commercial customers. Our services include foundation repairs with Helical Pier Installation, Steel I-Beam Basement Wall Reinforcement, Carbon Fiber Basement Wall Reinforcement and full foundation rebuilds. We offer both Interior and Exterior Basement Waterproofing, and Rod Hole & Crack Injection Repair for various waterproofing problems. And various crawlspace encapsulation and repair solutions.
"I was struggling to find someone to come out and address the water issue in my crawl space. But Rich came out quickly (and showed up on time), reviewed the proper fix, and finished the job within a few weeks. He was incredibly patient answering my questions and was super helpful in helping me understand the process. They’ve definitely earned my business. 🙌"
Jen C on November 2024
Expect a well-built French drain to last 30 to 40 years. By channeling both surface- and ground-water away from your foundation, the system relieves hydrostatic pressure and helps prevent costly structural damage. Choose a pipe with a quality cloth filter to keep sediment out and extend the drain’s life. A quick annual inspection and routine cleanouts will keep water flowing freely, ensuring the system continues to protect your home for years to come.
Most French drains sit two feet below grade, but depth ultimately depends on the problem you’re solving. For puddling rainwater or snowmelt, a shallow curtain drain at lawn level often does the trick. To handle rising groundwater, pros dig deeper, down to the footing, and run the pipe beneath the basement slab. A drainage contractor will determine the optimal depth for your specific soil conditions and water issues.
A properly installed interior French drain captures water at the slab, channels it to a sump pit, and directs it safely outside, preventing basement floods before they occur. Because the pipe sits just under the floor edge, a plumber can reach it easily for cleaning or repairs. Pairing the drain with a reliable sump pump gives you the best long-term protection.
Hire a contractor who installs drainage systems every day—typically a foundation specialist, drainage contractor, experienced landscaper, or plumber with waterproofing experience. These pros understand slope, soil, and local codes, and they have the equipment to trench safely around utilities. Ask for references and photos of recent jobs to be sure they can design a system that keeps water off your foundation for decades.
Once the drain is in, patch the yard by reseeding bare spots or replacing plants the crew removed. Inside, look for ways to add value—finishing the basement or upgrading interior waterproofing while the space is open often costs less now than later. Schedule a quick annual checkup to flush sediment and confirm the pipe and sump pump are clear. Consistent maintenance ensures the drain functions properly and protects your investment.
Most policies don’t cover the cost of repairing a French drain itself, but they may provide coverage for water damage if the system fails. Coverage varies by insurer, so be sure to read the fine print or contact your agent before any issues arise. If you live in a high-risk flood zone, consider a separate flood policy to close the gap. Knowing your coverage in advance helps you budget for repairs and avoid unexpected costs.