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We are Rite Way Waterproofing NorthwestThank you for visiting our website. We are keeping your home dry with the work and service you have come to know and trust for over thirty years.For those of you who are considering Rite Way services for the first time, we invite you to continue browsing our website and we hope we can service you in the near future.Rite-Way has been in business since 1973. Rite-Way has always had a strong commitment to quality and fair pricing and Rite-Way Northwest maintains those same commitments.With that said, Rite Way NW is ready to work for you. If you get work done by Rite Way NW, you will be happy with our pricing, the quality of our work, and the speed in which we complete your work.Here at Rite Way NW, we understand the importance and value of your home. We also know how water can damage a property; that is why we work quickly and efficiently to complete your work as soon as possible.Give us a call for a free estimate. Our prices are fair, our service is friendly and our work is excellent.Rite Way Waterproofing NW is fully bonded, licensed and insured. License #: RITEWWN904N7Locally owned and operated.
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Wet Basements
Crawlspace Drain Systems
Wall Cracks Repaired
Down Spout Diversions
Sump Pump Replacement
Landscape Drain System
Basement Inspection

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Rite-Way Waterproofing Co. was founded in 1973 and has been an operating drainage contractor in the greater Puget Sound area since that time. The Company is a family owned business and is not affiliated with any of the numerous franchise operations in the area. We guarantee all of our work as to workmanship and materials and, in the case of basement interior systems, offer a life- of-the-structure, transferable guarantee against subterranean water intrusion.The Puget Sound area is unique in soil structure due to the fact that the entire region was formed by glacial activity. The repeated movement of large glaciers, which covered our area until an estimated 15,000 years ago, formed Puget Sound and the numerous lakes found here. The resultant soil structure offers unique differences in solving water intrusion and erosion problems. An understanding of the soil structure of this area is essential to solving drainage problems. Franchise operations based on the East Coast have little practical knowledge of the difficulties experienced in our region.Our experience is our strong point, and we will be happy to provide references upon request. As one of the oldest and most experienced waterproofing contractors in the area we are sure we can solve your waterproofing needs.Ask About Our Transferable Lifetime GuaranteeFree EstimatesDon't forget to get your system serviced once a year for optimal functioning. Annual system maintanance is essential for your system to run well, and is also necessary for warranty and guarantee.

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Wet Basements

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Wet Basements Dried Up Permanently

Water is a common problem in all types of basements - from foundations with poured concrete to stone to block. We have provided drying solutions to thousands of each type of foundation! A dry basement will protect your home investment as well as enable a basement finishing project to enhance your storage space and gain additional living space.Don't suffer from a damp or flooded basement, the mold and mildew in your home, or the insufficient living space. Let one of our specialists assess your problem and provide you with the causes and various available wet basement solutions.

Crawlspace Drain Systems

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Crawlspace Drain Systems

The Crawl Space Encapsulation System's products are specially designed to prevent crawl space moisture by encapsulating the crawl space with its vapor barrier, closing the crawl space vents, and conditioning the space. Your home and crawlspace just got healthier. The system is also a proven method of crawl space pest control.We also specialize in crawl space repair. If you think you have crawl space mold or crawl space moisture problems of any kind, we want to help. As experienced full-time crawl space moisture and environment experts, we have developed superior products to solve your crawl space problems.

Wall Cracks Repaired

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Wall Cracks Repaired

The good news is that wall cracks can be permanently repaired. Some cracks are minor, do not leak, and only need a cosmetic repair. If you do opt for cosmetic repairs only, make sure that the cracks do not reoccur. If they do, then the recurrent cracking is a sign of a deeper problem and should be addressed before it gets worse.Recent innovations in wall crack repair have made it much easier and more financially possible to properly repair wall cracks- with out expensive high-pressure injection equipment or drilling of holes in the basement wall.

Down Spout Diversions

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Down Spout Diversions

Many basements get flooded because of clogged or non-existent gutters, downspouts or downspout extensions. Although keeping gutters and downspouts clean and clear of clogs isn't a basement waterproofing solution (think of all the rain that falls onto the loose soil around your foundation), it will definitely help to alleviate some of the water that enters your basement. Even if you have a basement drainage system installed in your home, getting roof water away from the foundation will lessen the load on your system and sump pump.

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Sump Pump Replacement

Most basement waterproofing systems rely on a sump pump as the final mechanism to get the water out of the basement. The sump pump is the heart of the system. If the heart stops for any reason, the system fails and your basement gets flooded despite all the money you paid to have it dried. So, if you're going to rely on a sump pump (and almost every waterproofing system does), you should make it one that is reliable, has battery backup, and is powerful enough to handle the heaviest rains - even if they only happen once every two or three years. Ask yourself, "Is it OK if my basement gets wet once every two years?" If the answer is "No," then it only makes sense to have the most reliable sump pump system available.A sump pump is a necessary element of a basement waterproofing system - and everything is fine until one of three problems occur. The three pump problems are 1. your pump fails, 2. your pump can't keep up in a hard, fast rain, and 3. the power goes out. Will your pump, or the one you are about to purchase, respond to these three issues.

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Landscape Drain System

SUB SURFACEA sub surface drainage system is a form of underground drainage. This type of landscape drainage system collects water from saturated soils, turfs, and garden beds and transfers the water to another place. Sub surface drains can help carry water away from sensitive plants which are prone to plant disease. Under ground drains can help move water from low spots in your backyards which are prone to excessive water.Downspout Landscape Drainage Downspout drainage is designed to carry roof water away from landscaped gardens and turf areas which could result in excessive flooding. Downspout drainage consists of a PVC pipe being attached to your roofing drainage and being positioned so that it will not lead or carry water into any part of your landscaped area. Downspout drainage will not move water completely from your property it will just assist homeowners with moving the excessive water to a place which needs it most.Surface drainage systemsSurface drainage systems have been designed to collect water which is lying on the surface of your landscaped, hardscape, garden and turf areas to further prevent flooding types of problems. The water entering the surface drainage system will be caught in a catch basin which filters and keeps all debris and dirt and lets the water flow downwards throughout the piping system. This type of landscape drainage system can be connected to water tanks which enable homeowners to re-use the water back in the gardens. The drainage system is easily installed and comes in a variety of styles and sizes.

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Basement Inspection

We offer inspections and estimates to homeowners with wet leaky basements. You've definitely come to the right place to fix your wet basement! We work hard every day to change the way people feel about contractors - give us a call to discover why more people use rite way waterproofing to solve their leaky basement and crawl space moisture problems!

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Trench

Typical trench after breaking out the cement slab and prior to installing perforated pipe and washed rock. The collection discharge, to the exterior, is visible on the left.

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Foundation wall and footing after break-out

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Foundation wall and footing after break-out

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Detail of landing drain installation

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Typical trench after installation of perforated pipe and washed rock. A clean-out access is visible at the corner.

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Installing drainboard

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Detail of new cement and drainboard. A clean-out access is visible in the corner.

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Foundation wall and footing after break-out

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Foundation wall and footing after break-out

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Typical trench after installation of pipe and gravel. The warped paneling is the result of water intrusion.

cement drainboard

Detail of new cement and drainboard

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Detail of new cement and drainboard

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Detail of finished product

foundation cracks

Foundation wall crack, with water stains caused by water intrusion

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Standing water in a crawl space. Fallen insulation is caused by high humidity as a result of the the standing water.

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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhy should you fix your wet basement now?Short-term problems include damage to carpets, drywall and paneling in a finished basement. Stored items, furnaces, and hot water heaters can also suffer severe water damage. Wet conditions can give rise to mildew and mold problems.Long-term erosion under the foundation and basement slab can cause severe structural problems.The majority of structural water intrusion is a result of below grade water movement caused by improperly installed or failed footing drains. During new home construction, original drains are normally installed on the exterior of the foundation. The causes of failure are many and include silt impaction, collapse, or root intrusion. Water intrusion can cause erosion under the footing and slab, and therefore replacement of the original failed drain lines, and therefore, may not be successful. Installing new footing drains along the interior of the footing, under the basement slab, assures one hundred percent success, and is generally more cost effective. Beware of using "patented" rectangular drain pipe sold by some franchise contractors, as this type of drain pipe is not designed for our "Northwest" soil structure and has caused homeowners headaches over the years. The key to a successful installation is the placement of the drain line. Ask our representative for a complete explanation.We can also solve additional water intrusion problems through voids or breaches to the foundation wall or water from above.Are there any health risks from a wet basement or crawlspace?Wet basements and crawlspaces can affect people with mold allergies. Additionally, in rare cases, toxic mold can get a foothold in a wet structure, which can cause severe health risks and potentially serious financial loss.Will homeowners insurance help pay for the repair work?Homeowners insurance will likely cover the damage to property, but not the maintenance or repair costs to solve groundwater intrusion. Additionally, many homeowner policies exclude damage from mold caused by groundwater. Be sure to closely examine your insurance policy.Will disturbing the basement slab cause any loss of structural integrity to the house?With few exceptions, the basement slab is not a structural necessity. Many older homes were built without a basement slab. Most often, in older homes, the basement slab was intended to keep your feet out of the dirt and mud. Usually, fixing subterranean water intrusions with an interior drain system will stabilize the foundation by stopping erosion.You will enjoy increased peace of mind, on stormy days and nights, knowing that your largest investment, your home, is secure from the damages of water intrusion.
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Rite-Way Waterproofing Northwest

126 SW 148th St #C100-199

Seattle, WA 98166

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