“They also installed drainage to alleviate a water issue in the backyard. Not only are the pavers beautiful, but it looks solid enough to last 100 years. I highly recommend Carmine & his team.”
Basement Waterproofing & French Drains in Springfield, NJ
Keep the water out. Keep the value in.
French drains, grading, downspout connections and foundation waterproofing from Carmine Santarella and his crew. Over a decade keeping North Jersey basements dry.
Free estimatesCall or text to book
Owner on every jobCarmine runs the work
Over a decadeOf waterproofing & masonry
Local to SpringfieldUnion, Somerset & Morris
Every storm tests your foundation.
Water always finds the weakest point.
We make sure there isn't one.
How we keep a basement dry
Move the water before it moves in.
Wet basements usually aren't a mystery. Rain runs off the roof, the yard slopes the wrong way, and groundwater builds up against the walls. Carmine finds where your water is coming from, then gives it somewhere better to go.
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Downspout connections
The roof sends a lot of water to a few corners. We pipe your downspouts underground and let it out well away from the house.
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Grading
We reshape the soil so rain runs away from your foundation, not toward it.
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Exterior French drains
A gravel trench and perforated pipe along the foundation catch groundwater before it reaches the wall.
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Interior French drains
When digging outside isn't practical, a drain inside along the basement floor collects water and carries it out.
Waterproofing services
Basement waterproofing in Springfield, NJ.
From a damp corner to water coming through the floor, these are the fixes we do most. Every job starts with a free estimate and an honest look at what's actually needed.
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French drains Interior & exterior
Collect water and redirect it away from your foundation, inside the basement or outside along the walls.
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Grading
Re-slope the yard so rainwater flows away from your foundation instead of pooling against it.
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Downspout connections
Carry roof runoff through buried pipe and away from your home, so it never soaks the soil by your walls.
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Basement sealing
Seal walls and floors against seepage to stop dampness, musty smells and mold before they start.
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Foundation crack repair
Repair cracks where water gets in, before small leaks turn into structural problems.
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Exterior waterproofing
Protect the outside of the foundation so water is stopped at the wall, not in your basement.
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Commercial waterproofing
Select commercial work for businesses that need to protect their buildings and what's inside them.
A dry basement starts at the roof.
One inch of rain on a typical roof adds up to about a thousand gallons of water. Where it lands decides whether it ends up in your basement.
Custom masonry
Stonework that marries function with style.
Waterproofing is our foundation, and masonry is where it shows. Patios, walkways and walls are built with drainage in mind, so they look good and stay solid for decades.
- PatiosBluestone and paver patios with seating areas
- WalkwaysPaths that connect the house and yard
- Stone stepsSolid entries and garden steps
- DrivewaysPavers and Belgian block borders
- Retaining wallsHold back soil and steer water
- Repair & new constructionFrom fixing old work to building new
BluestonePaversBelgian blockNatural stone
Patios, walls & masonry details
Meet the owner
Built with pride. Backed by experience.
Hi, I'm Carmine Santarella. I help homeowners keep their basements dry and protect their foundations from water damage. Whether water is seeping into your basement or pooling around your home after it rains, I'll help you find the right drainage fix for your property.
I started Santarella Waterproofing & Masonry over a decade ago with a passion for precision, honesty and old-world craftsmanship. I'm on site for my jobs, and I'll tell you straight what your house needs and what it doesn't.
Owner on siteCarmine runs every job
Honest adviceOnly the fix you need
Free estimatesCall or text to book
From our customers
What neighbors say.
Real Google reviews from Santarella customers, shortened to fit. Read them all, or leave your own, on Google.
“Look no further, by far best in area! Carmine & crew did a wonderful job on our patio, retaining wall & drainage system.”
“Extremely knowledgeable, pricing was reasonable and they do fantastic work. Carmine was very responsive and was on site for the full duration of the project.”
Questions
Straight answers about wet basements.
How do I know if I need a French drain?
If water comes in where the basement floor meets the wall, the yard stays soggy for days after rain, or water pools against the foundation, a French drain is usually the fix. Carmine will look at where the water is coming from before recommending anything.
Interior or exterior French drain: what's the difference?
An exterior drain is a gravel trench with perforated pipe outside the foundation that catches water before it reaches the wall. An interior drain runs along the inside of the basement floor and carries out water that gets in. Which one is right depends on your house, your yard and your budget.
Can grading really stop water in my basement?
Often, yes. When the ground slopes toward the house, every storm is aimed at your foundation. Re-grading so the soil falls away from the walls is one of the simplest, most effective drainage fixes there is.
Where should my downspouts go?
Away from the foundation. Connecting downspouts to buried pipe that lets the water out well away from the house keeps it from soaking the soil right next to your basement walls.
What towns do you serve?
We're based in Springfield and work in Summit, New Providence, Berkeley Heights, Long Hill, Basking Ridge, Warren, Watchung, Scotch Plains, Millburn, Short Hills, Union, Mountainside, Kenilworth, Cranford, Westfield, Maplewood, South Orange, Livingston and nearby towns. See the full service area.
Do you give free estimates?
Yes. Call or text (908) 447-3422 to set one up.
Do you do masonry and patios too?
Yes: patios, walkways, stone steps, driveways and retaining walls in bluestone, pavers and Belgian block, plus masonry repair and new construction. Drainage is built into the work so it lasts.
Do you work on commercial buildings?
Yes, Santarella offers select commercial waterproofing for businesses that need to protect their properties. Call to talk through the job.
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Water in your basement? Let's fix it.
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Basement waterproofing and French drains near you: Springfield, Summit, New Providence, Berkeley Heights, Long Hill, Basking Ridge, Warren, Watchung, Scotch Plains, Millburn, Short Hills, Union, Mountainside, Kenilworth, Cranford, Westfield, Maplewood, South Orange and Livingston. Looking for a waterproofing company in Union, Somerset or Morris County? Call Carmine. See every town we serve