About calling
Is Hoover Crawl Space a waterproofing company?
No. It is a referral service. The number reaches an independent local company that does the work. The how it works page has the detail.
What should I say when I call?
What you have noticed, where in the house, and whether it follows rain. Mention whether you have a crawl space, a basement or both.
Can I call about a rental or a commercial building?
This service is meant for people dealing with water in a home. Companies reached through it are set up for houses.
My basement is flooded this minute. Should I call?
Not this number first. A water damage company removes the water and dries the room, and a plumber stops a burst pipe. Waterproofing comes after, to keep it from recurring.
Do you share my details?
The company you speak with has whatever you tell it. What this site itself handles is described in the privacy policy.
About crawl spaces
How do I know if my crawl space is too damp?
Signs upstairs include a musty smell and floors that feel soft. Below, look for hanging insulation, dripping ducts and dark-stained joists. The symptom page lists more.
Encapsulation or just a dehumidifier?
A dehumidifier in an open, unlined crawl space fights the outdoors. It works properly once the ground is covered and the vents are closed. See dehumidifiers.
Does encapsulation fix standing water?
Not by itself. Water that runs in needs a drain and a pump first. Encapsulation then keeps the air dry.
Will sealing the crawl space affect my termite contract?
It can, if the wall liner covers the area a pest control company inspects. Call them before work is booked and ask what they need left visible.
About basements and pumps
Inside or outside waterproofing?
Do I need a battery backup on a sump pump?
If the pump protects anything you would mind losing, yes. Power often fails in the storms that fill the pit. See sump pumps.
Can waterproof paint solve a damp wall?
It slows minor dampness on a sound wall. It will not hold back water under pressure.
About hiring
How do I check a company before hiring?
Ask for its Alabama license number and look it up, ask for proof of insurance and get the proposal in writing. Choosing a waterproofing company gives the links.
Why are there no prices on this site?
Because the cost depends on the house, and this site does not set any company's prices. What affects the price explains the drivers.
Does the work need a permit in Hoover?
The city decides, based on what the job involves. Ask the company who applies. Contacts are on the local rules page.