What Affects Waterproofing in Georgia
Metro Atlanta sits on Georgia's Piedmont, where red clay soils drain slowly and hold water against foundations after the region's frequent heavy rains. Many homes north and west of the city are built on sloped lots with walk-out or terrace-level basements, so the back wall of the basement is fully below grade while the front is not, and that buried wall carries most of the water pressure.
Flash flooding is a real risk here: the September 2009 floods hit Cobb, Douglas and other metro counties hard, including Austell and Powder Springs, with water entering basements and lower levels across the area. Even without a major flood, summer thunderstorms can overwhelm gutters and drainage on steep lots.
Common fixes include interior drainage with a sump on terrace-level basements, regrading and French drains on sloped lots, and crawl space encapsulation where homes sit on crawl spaces in Georgia's humid summers.
What to Check Before You Call
- Water at the back wall of a terrace-level basement
- Erosion or pooling on the uphill side of the lot
- Musty crawl space odors in summer
- Gutters overflowing during summer storms
Waterproofing Services to Ask About
- Interior Basement Waterproofing
- Exterior Foundation Waterproofing
- Sump Pump Installation
- French Drain and Yard Drainage
- Leaking Foundation Crack Repair
- Crawl Space Encapsulation
- Gutters, Downspouts and Grading
- Basement Humidity Control
- Backwater Valves and Sewer Backup Protection
Find Waterproofing Help in Your Georgia Community
Use the city listings below to check whether your community is included. Once you find your city, call to discuss the water, moisture, drainage, or foundation issue affecting your property.