Water Pools Near Your Foundation After Rain
Roof runoff and poor surface drainage often create puddles beside your foundation. Identifying where the water comes from and how it moves across your property helps determine the right solution.
Exterior Waterproofing Services
Keep water away from your foundation with professional exterior waterproofing services from Crawl Space Brothers. We identify exterior moisture problems and recommend solutions that direct water away from vulnerable areas around your home. Our services include underground gutter downspout extensions and crawl space vent wells to address roof runoff, pooling water, and drainage concerns near your foundation.
Signs Your Home May Need Exterior Water Management
Water pooling near your foundation, poor drainage, and blocked crawl space vents often point to exterior water management problems. Watch for these four warning signs around your home.
Downspouts Discharge Water Beside the House
Short downspouts release roof runoff too close to your foundation, increasing the risk of pooling water and soil erosion. Underground downspout extensions direct that water to a suitable drainage point away from your home.
Soil or Mulch Collects Around Crawl Space Vents
Low crawl space vents often collect surrounding soil, mulch, and landscaping debris, blocking airflow and leaving openings vulnerable to water intrusion. Installing crawl space vent wells creates clearance around these openings and addresses nearby drainage conditions.
Water or Erosion Keeps Returning to the Same Area
Recurring puddles, washed-out mulch, and saturated landscaping often indicate poor runoff control or drainage issues. A professional inspection identifies the source and determines whether your home needs a downspout extension, vent well, or another drainage solution.
Why Choose Crawl Space Brothers?
With over 15,000 homes protected, Crawl Space Brothers delivers guaranteed exterior water management solutions from licensed and insured exterior waterproofing contractors. We serve homeowners across North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Free inspections. Custom-engineered solutions.
Assessments and recommendations tailored to your home, with custom-engineered solutions and a detailed written estimate.
★★★★★Google review
“Mr. White was better than prompt; he called first and arrived before the scheduled time to inspect our crawl space for water intrusion. He was friendly, thorough, knowledgeable and professional in his inspection both inside and outside the house unlike other companies who did not even bother to go into the crawl…”
VenitaVerified Google review · Washington, DC · May 2022
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Our Exterior Water Management Services
Crawl Space Brothers provides exterior waterproofing services to address drainage concerns around your foundation.
Underground Gutter Downspout Extensions
Underground gutter downspout extensions connect existing downspouts to buried drainage pipes, directing roof runoff away from your foundation. Our team plans the pipe route, slope, and discharge point to reduce pooling water, soil erosion, and recurring runoff near your home.
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Crawl Space Vent Wells
Crawl space vent wells create clearance around low foundation vents, keeping soil, mulch, and debris away from the openings. Our team evaluates surrounding grading and drainage conditions to address water collecting near your crawl space vents.
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How Exterior Water Management Helps Protect Your Home
Proper exterior water management directs water away from vulnerable areas around your home, reducing drainage problems and excess moisture near your foundation.
Redirect Roof Runoff Away From the Foundation
Underground downspout extensions carry roof runoff away from your foundation instead of releasing it directly beside your home. This reduces concentrated water around the foundation.
Reduce Localized Pooling and Soil Erosion
Directing runoff to a suitable discharge point reduces standing water and soil erosion around your home. Results depend on the outlet location and surrounding drainage conditions.
Maintain Clearance Around Crawl Space Vents
Vent wells keep soil, mulch, and debris away from low crawl space openings to prevent clogs.
Address Exterior Water Problems Before They Persist
Identifying and correcting drainage issues early addresses problems at the source, reducing recurring pooling, erosion, and moisture buildup near your foundation.
Our Exterior Water Management Process
A free inspection. A written estimate. The recommended work explained before you decide.
Free Inspection
Our team inspects areas where water collects, existing downspout outlets, and the ground surrounding crawl space vents. We evaluate drainage conditions to identify the source and determine the right solution.
Custom Recommendations
Based on our findings, we recommend exterior water management solutions tailored to your property. You'll receive a written estimate outlining the proposed work, installation details, and pricing.
Professional Installation
Our team installs the recommended solution using proven methods and quality materials. For downspout extensions, we connect downspouts to buried drainage pipes and position discharge outlets away from your foundation. For vent wells, we create clearance around crawl space vents and address surrounding drainage conditions.
Final Walkthrough and Warranty
We review the completed installation with you and explain any maintenance needed to keep the system working properly. Our team also reviews applicable warranty coverage and written guarantees so you know what to expect after installation.
What Does Exterior Water Management Cost?
The cost of exterior water management depends on your home's drainage needs and the type of service required. Factors like underground pipe length, discharge outlet placement, site access, and crawl space vent conditions affect the total price.
Crawl Space Brothers offers free inspections to assess your property and recommend the right solution. You'll receive a detailed written estimate outlining the proposed work and pricing before installation begins.
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- Time to ask questions before work begins.
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No sales tactics. No pressure to decide on the spot. Your written estimate explains the work and the price before you make a commitment.
Your money is never at risk.Our written money-back guarantee stands behind the work.
What homeowners are saying.
4.9 ★ average across 1,300+ Google reviews · BBB A+ accredited.
★★★★★ Google
I'm pretty happy with the work and price. Both the sales rep and installers showed me pictures throughout, and kept me up to date with the progress. The electricians they use are...Read full review
I'm pretty happy with the work and price. Both the sales rep and installers showed me pictures throughout, and kept me up to date with the progress. The electricians they use are outsourced, which may have been the cause of a little confusion for my installation job. Our sales rep, David, was great. He was laid back and didn't push unnecessary solutions. In fact, I even ended up calling him back after a particularly bad storm so I could add more drainage and sump pumps to my quote. There was an unexpected change in scheduling, so my crawl space was started and finished a week earlier than scheduled. That was an improvement for me, since I work from home with a flexible schedule. The only downside is that I didn't hear from the electrician until I called the CSB office two weeks later (assuming the scheduling conflict was the initial issue). Our installers, Devon and Daquan, were excellent. They were very professional and kept me informed as they progressed. Devon even warned me that there may be some confusion on the electrical side due to the change order. That warning came true and was able to be resolved the same day, so shout out to Devon for seeing problems before they happen. The electrician, Cody, was great as well. There was a small mix-up with the number of outlets needed, which he resolved immediately. It has only been a few weeks since the installation, so I'll update this post if I run into any issues.
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★★★★★ Google
We are in a low spot in our neighborhood and had our ductwork destroyed by a big rain. The Crawlspace Brothers installed two sump pumps, a dehumidifier, a French drain around the interior...Read full review
We are in a low spot in our neighborhood and had our ductwork destroyed by a big rain. The Crawlspace Brothers installed two sump pumps, a dehumidifier, a French drain around the interior of the crawl space and did a full encapsulation at our home and I could not be more satisfied with their work. It is dry under there now after more rain and the humidity is low. Throughout the time they were working under the house, they were on-time, very professional and just did a fantastic job. Thank you, Crawlspace Brothers!
DR
★★★★★ Google
Crawl Space Brothers did a drainage system with sump pump in our crawl space. Devon Collins (foreman) and Daquan Boyd (co-foreman) installed and completed the work on this job. They were...Read full review
Crawl Space Brothers did a drainage system with sump pump in our crawl space. Devon Collins (foreman) and Daquan Boyd (co-foreman) installed and completed the work on this job. They were some of the nicest people I have ever encountered. They are knowledgeable, knew what the job entailed, explained everything prior, during and after completion. They took pictures as they progressed so I could see what was being done. They are extremely polite and actually listen to you if you have questions. And even though the crawl space was a muddy mess they did not complain. I truly appreciate those guys, wish the best for them, and hope the Crawl Space Brothers knows what an asset they are to their company. Thank you for helping us with our drainage issue.
RP
★★★★★ Google
Crawl Space Brothers encapsulated my crawl space several years ago (including installing a french drain, sump pump etc.). They did good work initially and have been readily available to...Read full review
Crawl Space Brothers encapsulated my crawl space several years ago (including installing a french drain, sump pump etc.). They did good work initially and have been readily available to address maintenance issues that have arisen since then.
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★★★★★ Google
When moisture became a significant problem in my condo's shallow crawl space, Scott from Crawl Space Brothers provided a thorough assessment. I appreciated his expertise and had confidence...Read full review
When moisture became a significant problem in my condo's shallow crawl space, Scott from Crawl Space Brothers provided a thorough assessment. I appreciated his expertise and had confidence in his proposed solution. Brandon and his team installed a vapor barrier, drains, two sump pumps, and a dehumidifier. They were courteous and professional. Brandon explained the process clearly and answered all of my questions. I'm pleased with the results. I strongly recommend Crawl Space Brothers in Greenville for their reliability and quality workmanship.
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Exterior Waterproofing FAQs
What exterior water management services does Crawl Space Brothers offer?
Our exterior waterproofing services include underground downspout extensions to redirect roof runoff and crawl space vent wells to maintain clearance around low vents.
Will an underground downspout extension fix a wet crawl space or basement?
Downspout extensions reduce roof runoff near your foundation, but they don't address groundwater or plumbing leaks. Other moisture sources require separate solutions.
What is the difference between a downspout extension and a vent well?
Downspout extensions redirect roof runoff away from your home, while vent wells maintain clearance and support drainage around low crawl space vents.
Do I need exterior water management or a crawl space drainage system?
Exterior water management addresses runoff outside your home, while crawl space drainage systems manage water entering the crawl space. The right solution depends on the water's source.
How do I know which exterior water management service I need?
Pooling water, soil erosion, and blocked vents point to different drainage problems. Our exterior waterproofing contractors inspect your property and recommend the appropriate solution.
Is exterior water management the same as basement exterior waterproofing?
No. Exterior water management redirects runoff and addresses drainage around your home, while basement exterior waterproofing typically involves treating foundation walls to prevent water intrusion.
Crawl Space Brothers provides free, no-obligation inspections across North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. We’ll find where the water is coming from and provide a written plan before any work begins.