Small-town main street north of Milwaukee

Basement Waterproofing & Foundation Repair in Menomonee Falls, WI

Menomonee Falls Basements, Fixed for Good.

From older homes near the historic downtown to newer subdivisions on the edge of the village, Menomonee Falls basements face clay, river ground and age. Basement Specialists knows them all.

  • Since 1981Locally owned & operated
  • Free EstimatesWritten & no-pressure
  • Warranty BackedUp to 20 years
  • Licensed & InsuredFully bonded
  • 4.7 Stars on GoogleFrom local homeowners

Serving Menomonee Falls Since 1981

A Big Village With Every Era of Home

Menomonee Falls covers a lot of ground. Homes near the historic downtown and along the Menomonee River include some of the village's oldest, while large neighborhoods of ranches and split-levels went up in the 1950s through the 1970s, and newer subdivisions keep spreading north and west.

That means we see a little of everything here: block walls cracking under clay pressure, aging drain tile in mid-century basements and poured walls in newer homes that leak at cracks and tie-rods. Homes in lower areas near the river can also see high groundwater after storms.

Whatever the age of your home, we'll find what's causing the problem and give you a straight answer and a written estimate.

Historic downtown in a village north of Milwaukee

What We See in Menomonee Falls

Common Basement Problems in Menomonee Falls Homes

Horizontal crack in a block wall
Block WallsCracking Block Walls

Mid-century block walls crack and start to bow under clay and frost pressure.

Water on a basement floor
River GroundGroundwater Near the River

Lower areas near the Menomonee River see water rise after heavy rain.

Old drain tile
DrainageAging Drain Tile

Original drain tile in 50-plus-year-old homes often clogs or collapses.

Our Services in Menomonee Falls

How We Help Menomonee Falls Homeowners

Steel braces on a basement wallBowing Walls

Bowing Wall Bracing

Horizontal cracks and leaning block walls are common in Menomonee Falls homes from the 1950s through the 1970s. Steel braces stop the movement from inside.

Walls that have moved too far can be excavated and straightened.

Caught early, a moving wall is a straightforward fix. Waiting usually means a bigger repair, which is why we recommend having any leaning wall in your Menomonee Falls home measured sooner rather than later.

Bowing Wall Repair
Drain tile in a trench along a basement floorWaterproofing

Interior Drain Tile & Sump Systems

When older drain tile fails, new interior drain tile and a sump give groundwater a way out.

It's especially effective in lower areas near the river.

When the work is done, the trench is patched with fresh concrete and the basement is cleaned up, so you can get back to using the space. It's one of the most dependable ways to keep a Menomonee Falls basement dry year after year.

Drain Tile Details
Sealing a basement wall crackCracks

Foundation Crack Repair

Leaking cracks in newer poured walls are sealed from inside with injection.

We'll tell you which cracks need attention and which are cosmetic.

Every crack repair starts with measuring and documenting what we see, so you'll know whether it's a one-time fix or part of a bigger issue in your Menomonee Falls home.

Crack Repair Details
Sump pump and battery backupSump Pumps

Sump Pumps & Battery Backups

We install properly sized pumps and battery backups so storms don't overwhelm your basement.

We route the discharge away from your foundation.

We test the system before we leave and walk you through how it works, so you know your Menomonee Falls basement is protected the next time a storm rolls through.

Sump Pump Details

Seeing Water or Cracks in Your Menomonee Falls Basement?

We'll come out, find the cause and give you a free written estimate.

Bowing block basement wall

Warning Signs

When to Call Us in Menomonee Falls

These are the problems we see most often in Menomonee Falls homes.

  • Horizontal cracks in block walls
  • A wall leaning in at the top
  • Water after heavy rain
  • Seepage at the floor edge
  • A sump that runs constantly
  • Leaking cracks in poured walls
  • Musty smell downstairs
  • White crust on walls

What to Expect

How It Works in Menomonee Falls

  1. 1Call or Request an EstimateTell us what you're seeing and we'll set up a time.
  2. 2We Find the CauseWe inspect inside and outside to see what's really going on.
  3. 3You Get It in WritingA clear explanation and a written estimate.
  4. 4We Fix It RightOur crew completes the work and cleans up.
Basement Specialists answering a homeowner's questions

Menomonee Falls Questions

Menomonee Falls Basement FAQs

Do you serve all of Menomonee Falls?

Yes, from the downtown area to the newer neighborhoods on the edges of the village.

Why are my block walls cracking sideways?

Clay and frost pressure push on block walls and crack them along mortar joints.

Does the Menomonee River affect my basement?

Homes in lower areas near the river often see higher groundwater after storms.

Can a bowing wall be fixed from inside?

Usually. Steel braces are installed from inside the basement.

Do newer homes leak too?

Yes. Poured walls can leak at cracks and tie-rod holes.

How do I schedule an estimate?

Call 414-425-0600 or request a free estimate online.

What Homeowners Say

Trusted by Milwaukee-Area Homeowners

GoogleGoogle Rating4.7Based on 13 Google reviewsRead Our Reviews
“We had Basement Specialists do foundation work for us, they were affordable, completed the work in a timely manner, and did a great job at cleanup. We even had some extra work done around the porch foundation which was reasonable and looks great. We would highly recommend them!!”
Gay H. Google Review
“We have used Basement Specialists a couple of times. They have been simply wonderful to work with. To start with, the office is responsive, and they were easy to schedule with. Dale showed up promptly…”
Elizabeth H. Google Review
“Just had them do foundation work for us. They did a good job, they did put runners down. Even put some on the basement steps, even after I told them they didn't have to…”
Sharon G. Google Review

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Let's Make Your Basement Solid.

We'll find the cause and give you a free written estimate.