Waterproofing

If you own a home in Charlotte, you already know water can be a problem. Our area sees heavy rainfall, and the mix of clay soils and a rising water table doesn’t help. When water builds up around your home’s foundation, it doesn’t just disappear—it pushes in. That’s where foundation waterproofing comes in.

At Falcone Crawl Space, we’ve spent decades fixing water intrusion problems across Charlotte and the Carolinas. We don’t patch things up—we fix them the right way with permanent solutions using American-made materials.

At Falcone, foundation waterproofing means managing water once it enters the foundation—usually through an interior drainage system designed to catch and redirect it before it causes damage.

While some companies still push exterior waterproofing, we’ve found that interior systems are more effective, less invasive, and much more cost-efficient for most Charlotte homes. Exterior waterproofing often requires digging up landscaping, moving HVAC lines or utilities, and still can’t be fully guaranteed long-term due to shifting soils and ongoing pressure.

That’s why we recommend interior French drains, sump pumps, and moisture barriers that allow water to enter in a controlled way, then move it safely out and away from your home. This approach protects your foundation without tearing up your property, and it actually works.

Charlotte homeowners face a perfect storm: soggy soils, old construction, and rising humidity. Waterproofing your foundation protects your home in four major ways:

• Preserves Structural Integrity
  Keeps your foundation from cracking, settling, or rotting.
• Prevents Mold & Mildew
  Stops moisture from turning your crawl space into a breeding ground for mold—improving air quality throughout your home.
• Avoids Expensive Repairs
  Prevent staining on finished walls, ruined carpets and mold-contaminated HVAC components.
• Maintains Property Value
  Dry, stable foundations sell. Wet ones don’t.

Waterproofing safeguards your home against water damage, including leaks and seepage. It helps to maintain a dry and healthy living environment while preventing structural deterioration and costly repairs.

At Falcone, we focus on effective interior waterproofing systems that manage water once it enters your foundation—without tearing up your yard or disrupting your home. Here’s how we do it:

Inspection & Assessment

We start with a full-site evaluation, checking moisture levels, foundation walls, and identifying the exact source and path of water intrusion.

Interior Trenching & Drain Installation

Our team cuts trenches along the interior perimeter of your crawl space or basement to install a French drain system. These drains collect groundwater and direct it toward a discharge point.

Sump Pump Installation

We install a high-capacity sump pump at the lowest point, where water naturally collects. The pump actively removes water, pushing it safely outside and away from your foundation.

Moisture Barrier Application

A heavy-duty vapor barrier is laid over the crawl space floor to reduce humidity and prevent condensation.

Final Inspection & Long-Term Options

We test the entire system, ensure proper discharge flow, and walk through the results with you. For added peace of mind, we offer annual maintenance to keep everything running smoothly.

Sometimes waterproofing means working from the inside, especially in basements or inaccessible crawl spaces.

• Interior French Drain Systems
  These channels collect and redirect water to a central point.
• Sump Pump Installation
  Many professionals will remove standing water with sump pumps, which push water out and away from the house.

Need more details? Check out our blog: How Do You Get Rid of Crawl Space Water?

• We’re based in Charlotte—fully licensed and insured in NC & SC.
• Our teams use specialized equipment and American-made materials.
• We back our work with dependable warranties and offer financing for all projects.
• You’ll also have access to annual maintenance for long-term peace of mind.