Basement Problem Guides

Westchester Basement Waterproofing Costs (2026 Guide)
Cited cost ranges for common basement water, foundation and mold jobs in Westchester, in one table.
How to Check a Westchester Contractor's License Before You Sign
Westchester County requires home improvement contractors to be licensed. Learn how to check a license, what a contract must include, and the red flags the county tells homeowners to avoid.
Water in Basement After Heavy Rain: Causes and Fixes for Westchester Homes
Why Westchester County basements take water after heavy rain, what you can check yourself, and when to call a waterproofing pro.
Sump Pump Running Constantly? Causes and What to Do
Common reasons a sump pump runs nonstop in Westchester basements, quick checks you can do, and when to call a plumber or waterproofing contractor.
Signs of a Wet Basement (and What Each One Means)
Efflorescence, musty smells, cracks and damp spots: what common wet basement signs mean and when they need a professional.
Sump Pump vs. French Drain: Which Does Your Westchester Basement Need?
A plain-English look at how interior drains, exterior French drains and sump pumps differ, and how they often work together.
Mold in the Basement: What New York Law Requires Before You Hire
How to handle basement mold in New York: when licensed assessors and remediators are required, how to check licenses, and why the moisture source comes first.
Fall Basement Prep Checklist for Westchester Homes: Sump Pump, Gutters and Frozen Pipes
A simple late-fall checklist for Westchester basements: test the sump pump, keep the discharge line from freezing, clean gutters and protect pipes before winter.
Finishing a Basement in Westchester: Moisture, Permits and Quotes
What to settle before you finish a Westchester basement: moisture first, permits and egress, what a quote should include, and how to check the contractor's license.
Private Well Water in Westchester: Testing and Treatment Basics
Basics for Westchester homes on private wells: when the county requires testing, what the CDC says about treatment, and how radon in well water is treated.