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You’re not dealing with puddles in the corner anymore. No more running a dehumidifier 24/7 or worrying every time rain’s in the forecast.
When your basement’s properly waterproofed, you get your space back. That means usable square footage, not wasted storage for things you’re afraid to put anywhere near the floor. It means air that doesn’t smell like mildew every time you walk downstairs.
Here’s what changes: your foundation stops taking on water pressure from the outside. Cracks don’t turn into leaks. Your sump pump isn’t running constantly because the system’s designed to handle water before it ever reaches your basement floor. And if you’re planning to sell someday, you’re not explaining away water stains during an inspection.
This isn’t about hiding the problem. It’s about fixing what’s letting water in and keeping it out for good.
Del Val Basement Waterproofing is a family-run waterproofing contractor serving Schuylkill, PA and the surrounding counties. We’ve spent over 15 years working with homeowners who are tired of dealing with water where it doesn’t belong.
We’re not the biggest operation, and that’s intentional. You’re working with people who show up, assess the situation honestly, and recommend what actually needs to happen—not what makes the invoice higher.
Schuylkill County sits in an area where groundwater doesn’t mess around. Between the Schuylkill River, seasonal flooding, and soil that holds moisture like a sponge, basements here take a beating. We’ve seen it all, and we know what works in this specific area because we’ve been doing it here for years.
First, we come out and figure out where the water’s getting in. That means looking at your foundation, grading, drainage, cracks, and how water moves around your property. No guessing.
Once we know the source, we recommend either interior or exterior waterproofing—or both, depending on what your home needs. Interior systems involve installing drainage along the perimeter of your basement floor, directing water to a sump pump before it ever surfaces. Exterior work means excavating around the foundation, sealing it with a waterproof membrane, and installing proper drainage to keep water away from the walls entirely.
You’ll know the cost upfront. We provide a free estimate that breaks down what we’re doing and why. Most projects take a few days, and you can stay in your house while we work.
After installation, the system’s backed by a lifetime transferable warranty. That means if you sell, the next owner’s covered too. And if something ever goes wrong, we handle it.
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When you hire us as your waterproofing company in Schuylkill, PA, you’re getting a system designed to handle the specific conditions in this area. That includes our Sub Floor Pressure Relief System—a more reliable alternative to outdated French drains that structural engineers actually recommend.
We install interior drainage systems that intercept water at the cove joint before it floods your floor. We set up sump pumps with battery backup so you’re covered even when the power goes out during a storm. For exterior work, we excavate, apply foundation waterproofing membranes, and install perimeter drains that redirect water before it ever touches your walls.
Schuylkill County gets between 45 and 50 inches of rain per year. Add spring snowmelt and summer storms, and your foundation’s under constant pressure. Our systems are built for that. We’re not using temporary fixes or surface-level sealants that wear off in two years.
Every installation includes a lifetime transferable warranty. You’re not paying for a short-term patch. You’re paying for a system that lasts as long as you own the home—and protects the next owner too.
Most basement waterproofing projects in Schuylkill, PA run between $3,000 and $10,000, depending on the size of your basement, the severity of the water problem, and whether you need interior, exterior, or both.
Interior drainage systems with sump pump installation tend to fall on the lower end. Exterior excavation and foundation sealing cost more because of the labor and materials involved. If you’ve got multiple cracks, poor grading, or a high water table issue, that affects the scope too.
We give you a free estimate after inspecting your property. You’ll know exactly what the job involves and what it costs before we start. No surprises, no upselling.
A properly installed waterproofing system lasts for decades—often the entire life of your home. The drainage systems, sump pumps, and foundation membranes we install are built to handle long-term water pressure without breaking down.
That said, sump pumps should be checked annually to make sure they’re working. Batteries in backup systems need replacing every few years. But the core system—the drains, the sealed foundation, the waterproof barriers—those don’t wear out if they’re installed correctly.
We back our work with a lifetime transferable warranty. If something fails, we fix it. That’s not standard in this industry, but it should be.
Interior waterproofing handles water after it’s entered your foundation but before it floods your basement. We install drainage channels along the perimeter of your basement floor, direct water to a sump pump, and remove it before you ever see it. It’s less invasive, more affordable, and effective for most water problems.
Exterior waterproofing stops water before it ever reaches your foundation walls. We excavate around the outside of your home, apply a waterproof membrane to the foundation, and install drainage systems that redirect groundwater away from the structure. It’s more comprehensive and costs more, but it’s the best option if you’ve got serious foundation cracks or constant hydrostatic pressure.
Some homes need both. We’ll tell you which approach makes sense for your situation during the inspection.
You can seal small cracks or apply waterproof paint yourself, but that’s not waterproofing. That’s a temporary patch that might buy you a few months before water finds another way in.
Real waterproofing involves diagnosing where water’s coming from, understanding soil conditions and drainage patterns, and installing systems that manage hydrostatic pressure. That requires excavation equipment, proper grading, sump pump installation, and knowledge of how water moves through Schuylkill County’s specific soil types.
If you’ve got an active leak, recurring moisture, or visible foundation damage, a DIY approach won’t fix it. You’ll spend money on products that don’t work and still end up calling a waterproofing contractor when the problem gets worse. Start with a professional assessment so you know what you’re actually dealing with.
If water’s pooling around your foundation, you’ve got a drainage problem. If water’s getting inside your basement, you’ve got a waterproofing problem. Often, you’ve got both.
Better drainage—like extending downspouts, regrading your yard, or installing a French drain outside—helps keep water away from your foundation. But if your foundation already has cracks, weak points, or hydrostatic pressure pushing water through the walls or floor, fixing drainage alone won’t stop the leaks.
We assess both during the inspection. Sometimes improving drainage is enough. Sometimes you need interior waterproofing to handle water that’s already breaching the foundation. And sometimes you need exterior work to seal the foundation and drainage improvements to keep water from reaching it in the first place. We’ll tell you what’s necessary and what’s optional.
If your sump pump fails and you don’t have a backup, your basement floods. That’s why we install battery backup systems on every sump pump—so you’re covered even when the power goes out.
Most sump pump failures happen during storms because that’s when they’re working hardest and when power outages are most common. A battery backup kicks in automatically and keeps pumping water out until power’s restored or the storm passes.
You should also test your sump pump a few times a year by pouring water into the pit and making sure it activates. If it’s slow, loud, or not turning on, call us before the next storm hits. Replacing a pump costs a few hundred dollars. Cleaning up a flooded basement costs thousands.
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