Professional Crawl Space, Basement and Foundation Repair Expert in Westport, MA

Family Owned and Operated in MA & RI Since 1984!

With over 30 years of experience and a long-standing reputation in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Pioneer Basement is the company you can trust when it comes to fixing wet, moist, & damp basements and crawl spaces.

We are a local, family-owned business with the most advanced waterproofing, moisture control, and crawl space repair products available. Our founder, Steve Andras, personally developed and patented an innovative basement drainage system called GrateDrain™. In fact, Steve holds several patents for revolutionary moisture control technologies that are now used all over the world.

Pioneer Basement is a member of the Basement Health Association and our entire staff is certified to meet the highest standards. We carry general liability, vehicle insurance, and all of our employees are covered by worker's compensation insurance so you can rest assured knowing that our company is fully licensed & insured. Our waterproofing specialists are fully trained & certified, and are available to address even the most challenging basement and crawl space issues. We have experienced project managers that will work with each and every homeowner to design advanced systems and oversee every project as if it was their own home. At Pioneer Basement, our difference is passion. We're passionate about basements and we love helping people! 

Basement Waterproofing 

We fix wet, moist, and humid basements from Boston to Providence to the Cape

Pioneer Basement is the leading local basement waterproofing contractor, serving MA & RI families with a sub-floor drainage system engineered specifically to solve basement water problems in our area. Our systems can be designed to meet the needs of any home, regardless of age or size.

If your basement has ever leaked or flooded, then you should consider a quality basement waterproofing system. Without basement waterproofing, water problems never get better, they only get worse. Even if water leaks are uncommon, your home's air quality can be impacted and your ability to finish your basement is restricted.

Crawl Space Repair & Encapsulation 

If so, you should consider taking action. Did you know that over 40% of the air that you breathe on the first floor of the home comes from the basement or crawl space? Because of this, crawl space waterproofing and encapsulation is essential to your family's health.

A crawl space is essentially a small basement. In homes with crawlspaces, the living area is so close to the crawl space that moisture and unsafe air infiltrate the home, causing potential health hazards.

Sump Pumps 

If the sump pump stops for any reason, the system will fail and your basement may get wet. That is why if you are going to rely on a sump pump to keep your basement dry, you should make it of the highest quality and make sure that it is regularly serviced.

At Sump Pump Geeks, powered by: Pioneer Basements, we recommend our GrateSump™ Sump Pump Liner with our FastSump™ Sump Pump. Our GrateSump™ liner has large punched holes that allow groundwater to easily enter and to be pumped out and has a built-in pump stand that keeps dirt away from the sump pump impeller.

Molds, Dust Mites & Odor 

Often, the first signs of mold are visible within blotchy stains, either found on the floor, walls, or even wrapped around objects such as piping. When you can’t see the mold, however, you can immediately sense there’s a problem when the moldy smell hangs in the air, making a room smell damp and musty.

If you’re concerned about mold growing in your home, you should be. Mold has been responsible for damaging building materials and possessions, but far more importantly, it can take its toll on your family’s health, as well. Mold can cause breathing problems and can trigger asthma, allergic reactions, or other respiratory ailments.

Basement Moisture Vapor Barriers 

A vapor barrier is a kind of material that's mostly used to prevent, or resist, moisture from coming in through the walls, ceilings, and floors. Commonly, it's found as a plastic or foil sheet, and when installed, the vapor barrier creates an additional envelope of protection. The vapor barrier is what stands between your home and the weather, and it is known as one of the various ways you can save energy, thereby lowering your heating bills during the winter and keeping your home cool and comfortable during the summer. You know you have an energy-efficient home when all you feel is comfortable, and you're enjoying the feeling of being able to put away money that was originally going to be used for your heating bill.

If you ever find that your home has some spots which the heat just can't reach in the winter or certain spots that just can't get cooler in the summer, perhaps it's time to strongly consider getting a vapor barrier. When you choose a high-quality, durable vapor barrier for your walls, they will direct water straight into the drainage systems and keep it away from studs, sheetrock, or paneling.

Basement Wall Crack Repair 

Basement or foundation wall cracks can be a sign of foundation problems, or they might just be the result of normal shrinkage or settling. No matter the crack, it is always prudent to have an expert perform a thorough crack inspection to determine the cause of the crack.

Always contact a basement crack repair expert first before trying to fix a basement crack yourself. The reason is simple, being able to see the crack and measure the width will allow a trained professional to understand the causes and potential risks.