Perma-Seal Basement Systems

Basement Waterproofing, Wells and Pumps, Foundation Repair,

This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ stars throughout their time with Angi.

About us

Perma-Seal specializes in protecting the value of your home backed by 45 years of serving the Chicagoland and NW Indiana areas. Our basement waterproofing stops leaks and flooding, our foundation repairs fix settling and bowed walls, and our crawl space solutions control humidity and improve air quality. Our concrete lifting and leveling service offers a reliable, quick, and highly effective way to repair your sunken, cracked driveway, patio, pool deck, or sidewalk for a fraction of the cost of replacement. Additionally, we provide yard drainage solutions, sewer and plumbing services, and home comfort solutions such as air sealing, and insulation to ensure your home remains in top condition. What sets us apart? Our commitment to superior customer service and our solid warranty. Any product or work covered by our warranty is serviced free of charge for the entire warranty period. Choose Perma-Seal for reliable, quality solutions to keep your home safe and comfortable.

Business highlights

46 years of trusted experience
Se Habla Español
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

Basement Waterproofing, Home Insulation, Foundation Repair, Concrete Leveling and Lifting, Crawl Space Waterproofing and Encapsulation, Sump Pumps and Backup Pumps.

Services we don't offer

Tuck pointing.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard
Financing Available

Our Recent Projects


Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.51,396 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
75%
4
10%
3
4%
2
4%
1
7%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.3
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.5
punctuality
4.7

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Showing 301-325 of 1396 reviews

Mary B.
08/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
They did a very good job. Highly recommend
Description of Work: Leak in wall

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
We appreciate the kind words about your experience! We work hard here at Perma-Seal... seriously! Thank you for contacting Perma-Seal for your leak in your wall.

Bob K.
08/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
Great job, Workers very professional. Did exactly what they were supposed to do. I would highly recommend!!
Description of Work: Two cracks in my foundation were sealed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! Our entire tribe works extremely hard to provide remarkable service to all of the homeowners we work with. We appreciate your future recommendation!

Melaine K.
08/2018
3.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
Never received the estimate Would consider them if they sent estimate
Description of Work: Called for an estimate on our foundation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
We apologize for any confusion about receiving an estimate. We have passed your information onto our Customer Care team and they will be in contact with you shortly!

Charles S.
08/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
I was impressed with these guys. They did quality work and stopped the flooding problems we were having after two other plumbers had failed. They aren't cheap, but they do excellent work and they don't try to BS you. I get yearly maintenance on the equipment and again, a little pricey but excellent quality. The field techs are savvy and do a great job, and also are very knowledgeable about their area of expertise and give good advice. Most recently their tech Alex came out and did some maintenance; he's a great guy and got things done quickly, cleanly, and was very courteous.
Description of Work: Sewage backup and flood prevention

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Thank you for sharing your experience [Member Name Removed]! We are so pleased to hear our team impressed you! We work hard...Seriously! We will be sure to pass along the comments to Alex and the rest of our team

The B.
08/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
This review is based on my interaction with Jack Castella, who was our salesman. Perma-Seal was recommended to us by our contractor. I had Jack over because we had some cracks in the walls of the basement and an "I-Beam" leak. Jack was great to deal with. He was very personable, friendly, and knowledgeable. I had 2 other companies out and he was the only salesman that tested the "I-Beam" leak by running out hose towards the area where it leaked. Since no leak came in from the outside, he deemed that a different issue, where all other salesman were going to "fix it" for us. He also found a crack that no other company did. Jack was always conscientious of time and our budget. Great guy! Before Jack left, he scheduled our crack injection appointment. I will definitely use him again and refer him to others. Thanks again Jack Castella!
Description of Work: Small basement leak and cracks in basement walls.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Thank you for sharing your great experience with our Perma-Seal team! We are so happy Jack was able to assist with the cracks in your basement as well as discovering another crack before it got any worse! Should you have anymore questions or need anymore assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

marlene L.
07/2018
5.0
concrete repair, electrician, excavators, basement waterproofing, wells, drain pipe
  + 4 more
Workers arrived promptly and were careful about preventing dust from spreading to other areas of the house. The entire team, including Matt the electrician, were friendly, knowledgeable and efficient.
Description of Work: drainage pipe system was installed in basement to stop seepage

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Thank you for the great review! We're glad we were able to make your world a better and drier place.

Donna B.
07/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
He was thorough, explained everything and because of him, I did sign to have the work done. He was very professional and very knowledgeable.
Description of Work: Ray Meier came out and gave me an estimate to fix the cracks in my basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Thank you for the positive review and rating! We are glad Ray was able to help you and we look forward to making your world a better and drier place.

Mark N.
07/2018
1.0
wells
  + -1 more
Sump pump broke right after warranty
Description of Work: Their warranty is awful, and they don’t stand behind their parts

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$2,000

Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Thank you for your review. Unfortunately, your sump pump failed after our warranty expired. Sump pumps are mechanical devices that fail over time. You were quoted our standard service call cost for a technician who would be able to diagnose and repair or replace the pump during his visit. The service fee is credit toward a repair or replacement if you had decided to move forward with the work. You also spoke with our Customer Care Director and informed her you did not want further assistance from us. Thank you for providing us with your feedback. Please feel free to reach out to us as we would be happy to assist you in the future.

Jane P.
07/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
When they were onsite he saw the issue and it is not the type of work they perform. I appreciated the information he could give me. I received a two calls confirming the appointment, one from the office the second from the technician. He also called when he was 30 minutes out.
Description of Work: waterproofing basement above foundation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Thanks for your positive review!

Richard O.
06/2018
2.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
Terrible customer service! They give you a 4-Hour window and then at the last minute call to say they can't make it that day and reschedule. One of the cracks started to leak again immediately. Customer service was called and a repair scheduled. They never showed up at the schedule time and never called. Still trying to get the crack repaired!
Description of Work: Repair of three foundation cracks

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$2,000

Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
We sincerely apologize for the experience you had with us. We will take your valuable feedback to our team in order for us to strive to be better, which is one of our company core values. A manager will be reaching out to you to further discuss. Once again, we appreciate your feedback and look forward to working with you to resolve the problem.

MICHAEL P.
06/2018
2.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Their service when trying to sell their services was great. Follow-up/maintenance service, however, has been unacceptably poor. For the initial appointment, they confirmed a four hour window on the date scheduled. At the end of that 4-hour period, they called to cancel. I had to take a day off work for this appointment. On a follow-up appointment, the same thing occurred except this time they never bothered to call. I called them twice and was assured someone was on their way. They then said they would have someone call me the next day. No one called, so I called them. AFTER 30 MINUTES ON HOLD, listening to their recording on "ethical behavior" as a company, I was DISCONNECTED! I regret ever going with this company. What's more, I understand their CEO is on the board of the Better Business Bureau - what a joke!
Description of Work: We had our basement sealed and also some outside work to keep water from coming near the house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$5,000

Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
We are sincerely sorry for the experience you had with our company. This is not the way we do business. Please note our President is currently on the board of directors with the Chicagoland BBB, along with many, many other company leaders in the local area. We've been a member of the BBB since the 1980s, and this does not affect our BBB rating - just like the many other companies that are members of the BBB locally. The BBB is an ethical 3rd party advocate who stands behind their word, just as we do. We again sincerely apologize for this experience and want to work with you to resolve the problem. A manager will be contacting you to discuss further. We will also take your valuable feedback to our team to ensure this does not continue to occur to you or others, as one of our core values is to strive to be better - as a company and of course for our customers.

William B.
06/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells, drain pipe
  + 1 more
Everything was done as specified. The problem we were having was solved as evidenced by the 3 inch rain we had a couple of days ago.
Description of Work: Foundation coating. Drain installed from low spot. Backup sump pump installed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Thank you for sharing your great experience! We are glad to have helped you have a dry basement and healthy home.

Saundra L.
06/2018
1.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
To be clear, no work was done but an appointment was set up and we were told the name of who would be coming out to our house. On the Perma-seal website, they have pictures of their employees. As we scrolled down we found the gentleman they said would be coming out to give us the estimate. The picture is of a man grabbing his shirt at the nipple area and pulling it out so as to mimic something perverted. I showed my spouse, to whom quickly replied: "you need to call and get another technician scheduled, I don't want you in the house alone with someone who is doing that". I called the next day to request another technician. The manager called back and asked what the problem was, and we again explained. The manager downplayed it and basically told us that it wasn't a big deal and that he didn't see the problem. They couldn't have acted more disinterested and condescending toward our concern. They said that they wouldn't reschedule the appointment. It is remarkable that they couldn't have found a way to say something as simple as, "We are sorry the picture made you uncomfortable, the perception of our business is important, we will look into that. Let's get you rescheduled as quickly as possible". It is unfortunate that in this day and time that they couldn't be a little more sensitive and try to understand why someone might be uncomfortable. We don't know this man and we don't know what to think other than what we see in the picture. What we see in the picture is disconcerting and quite unprofessional. You shouldn't be made to feel that you are wrong for voicing your concern.
Description of Work: Sump pump and back up system

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0


Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
We are truly sorry you were offended by a picture of one of our Tribal Members on our website. All candidates must undergo a rigorous screening process before we allow them to join our Tribe, because we would NEVER put any of our customers in jeopardy. The gentleman in question has been with us for many, many years and has served many Perma-Seal customers with respect, grace and compassion. We celebrate the individuality of our Tribal Members, and want our customers to see members of our Tribe having fun because our culture is one in which we work hard seriously and play hard, too. You can see that in many places on our website and on a plethora of other social sites. We absolutely took your feelings into consideration, and feel that you will be better served by another company. We wish you nothing but the best.

Patrick B.
06/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Feb 2010. Basement of 100+ year-old house took on water during heavy rains -- we put up with it for nearly 10 years. Permaseal installed drain system inside foundation with drain channels from wall cracks. I had to separately contract for a sewer connection and an electrical outlet. Their work went smoothly -- took a day or two. They were timely and cleaned up after themselves well. It was kind of a mess overall -- I wish we had done it before we moved into the house. We had to move everything away from the basement walls and remove a small staircase so they'd have access. It's been a blessing, though -- we can now use the basement without a worry. We've had them do an annual inspection every year since; technicians are courteous and thorough -- only minor annoyance is that they gently try to sell us new pumps, batteries, etc -- even a new water heater.
Description of Work: Install perimeter drain system and pumps inside the foundation of my residence.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,500

Paul F.
06/2018
5.0
replacement windows, basement waterproofing, drain pipe, foundation repair
  + 2 more
They did great work. Very professional, very competent.
Description of Work: Window well replacement, New basement windows, backup sump.pump, window well drainage, fixed cracked foundation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,750

Alex W.
05/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Jorge was prompt, personal, and responsive during the estimate process. He addressed all of our questions and concerns with extensive knowledge. We look forward to the completion of the project.
Description of Work: Basement Waterproofing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

DON Z.
05/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells, glass block, mudjacking, foundation repair
  + 3 more
Ask for my rep Mike Tigges. All will go well. Hard working crews. Done on time. All within quoted price
Description of Work: Seal leaks in basement, new sump pump, glass block window,raised sidewalk

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Dick T.
05/2018
5.0
concrete repair, drywall, electrician, egress windows, excavators, masonry, plumbing, basement waterproofing, wells, structural engineer, foundation repair
  + 9 more
PERFECT Knew what they were doing and did excellent work at reasonable prices.
Description of Work: Basement seal, new sump pump, New window wells, new electric sub panel

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$530

Robert M.
04/2018
4.0
basement waterproofing
  + -1 more
Aaron Woolfolk presented us with different options that would address our needs regarding our sump pump. He listened to what we were in need of for our basement and didn't attempt to over sell any particular product. Moreover, he followed up with scheduling to validate our install date. Our installation went smoothly too. The installers called within a half an hour of their arrival. They verified the products and work to be performed. And, beyond being courteous and prompt; the work area was left neat.
Description of Work: Replaced sump pump system with backup

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,555

Don F.
03/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing, wells, drain pipe
  + 1 more
Awesome job by Fidel,Alex,Javrer and Jose. Very professional, cleaned up nicely after the job!
Description of Work: Drain tile and sump pump

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Sharon S.
03/2018
5.0
basement waterproofing, foundation repair
  + 0 more
Victor R. Called to confirm appt. and asked to come early. He came a day early and sealed the crack inside and outside for a reasonable price. Courteous and professional and i would definitely recommend. If someone needs/wants a referral i would be happy to do so.
Description of Work: Crack in foundation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$750

Mitch N.
03/2018
1.0
plumbing, wells
  + 0 more
They wanted to charge me for coming out for sn estimate unless I agreed to hire them during our phone conversation
Description of Work: Estimate for backup sump pump

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


Response from Perma-Seal Basement Systems
Hello Ms [Member Name Removed]- Thank you for your feedback. Our customer care department is trying to reach you. We would like to discuss as this should never happen. Please let us know a good time to reach out again. Thank you, Perma-Seal

Judy O.
03/2018
5.0
foundation repair
  + -1 more
Although the price was more than I anticipated, but I was still very pleased with the results. Jorge Pareedes was professional and explained all that was needed. He also explained why the price was higher than I expected.
Description of Work: Foundation repair assessmen

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300

William V.
03/2018
5.0
egress windows, basement waterproofing
  + 0 more
From the moment I met with Perma-Seal Waterproofing's Kevin Gray I was confident he understood our needs. He wasn't pushy - he gave us time to evaluate our options. When we made our decision to hire Perma-Seal the process was easy. Digital signatures, deposit over the phone and a realistic timeframe was quoted. Kevin made himself available the entire process and even followed up after the job was done to make sure everything went well. I told Kevin - his crew foreman Rueben and all the guys working on our job were professional and courteous. Rueben even called me at the end of the day to let me know they were wrapping up and would be back to finish the job. I highly recommend Perma-Seal based on their honesty, price and performance.
Description of Work: Window Well Replacement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

SHARON J.
03/2018
5.0
wells
  + -1 more
Dan Weber came and told me that it would be a good idea to replace the pump I had. I did and he did a great job installing it. He's a good salesman too. I also got a 3-year maintenance contract, so I won't have to worry for another 3 years!
Description of Work: Preventative maintenance for a 9-year old sump pump.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$900

Contact information

412 Rockwell Ct, Willowbrook, IL 60527

http://www.permaseal.net

Service hours

Monday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

No License Required for Trade
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

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Service Categories

Basement Waterproofing,
Wells and Pumps,
Foundation Repair,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Concrete Pouring and Repair,
Concrete Leveling,
Egress Windows,
Sewer Cleaning,
Drain Cleaning,
Insulation,
Structural Engineering,
Water Heaters

FAQ

Perma-Seal Basement Systems is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Perma-Seal Basement Systems accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard,Financing Available
Yes, Perma-Seal Basement Systems offers free project estimates.
No, Perma-Seal Basement Systems does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Perma-Seal Basement Systems does not offer a senior discount.
No, Perma-Seal Basement Systems does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Perma-Seal Basement Systems offers warranties.
Perma-Seal Basement Systems offers the following services: Basement Waterproofing, Home Insulation, Foundation Repair, Concrete Leveling and Lifting, Crawl Space Waterproofing and Encapsulation, Sump Pumps and Backup Pumps.
Tuck pointing.

Contact information

412 Rockwell Ct, Willowbrook, IL 60527

http://www.permaseal.net

Service hours

Monday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM