Basement Waterproofing in Upper Arlington, OH

Upper Arlington began in the 1910s as a planned residential community northwest of downtown Columbus, and many of its streets still reflect that early design. Brick and stone houses from the 1920s through the 1950s are common, along with newer homes built where older houses have been replaced.

Older basements here are often built of stone, brick, or early concrete block, with mortar joints that have weathered over many decades. Water may come through the joints rather than through a single crack, and earlier coatings or patches can hide where it starts. Newer houses on rebuilt lots usually have poured concrete walls, but their grading and drainage connect to neighboring properties that may be much older.

Because so many lots have mature trees, established gardens, and close neighbors, exterior access is a real consideration. We look at what can reasonably be reached from outside, and when interior collection is the more practical way to keep a basement usable. Areas near the Scioto River on the city's western edge have their own grade changes worth reviewing.