Basement waterproofing in Montoursville
Help for wet basements in the borough east of Loyalsock Creek, near Williamsport Regional Airport.
Montoursville is a borough of 4,750 (2020 census) on the east bank of Loyalsock Creek, with the West Branch along its southern edge and Williamsport Regional Airport within its borders. The borough is fairly low and flat: its lowest point, at the river, is about 496 feet above sea level, and its highest, at the northeast boundary, about 660 feet. Flat ground near two waterways means groundwater can sit close to basement floors after wet spells.
Typical waterproofing jobs in Montoursville
- Sump pump replacement and battery backups
- Interior drains where water comes up at the floor joint
- Dehumidifiers for basements that stay damp from spring through fall
- Downspout extensions and regrading on flat lots where water pools near the house
Creek floods vs. basement seepage
Loyalsock Creek has a long flooding history; floods were costly enough that they helped close the old Indian Park amusement park in the 1920s. If creek water entered your basement, deal with cleanup, electrical safety and insurance first. Ongoing seepage after the ground dries out is what a waterproofing company can address.
Permits
Montoursville is a separate borough from Williamsport. Check with the borough office about permits for excavation, plumbing or structural work.
Common questions
Why does my sump run long after it stops raining?
On flat ground near the creek and river, groundwater can stay high for days after a storm. A pump that runs during that time may be doing its job. One that never stops or short-cycles should be checked.
Will a dehumidifier help in a Montoursville basement?
If the problem is musty air and condensation rather than visible water, yes. If water is seeping in, the source needs to be fixed too.
Services in Montoursville
- Interior drain systemsA perimeter drain beside the footing that catches seepage and carries it to the sump.
- Sump pumps and backupsNew or replacement sump pumps, battery or water-powered backups, and discharge line fixes.
- Foundation crack repairSealing leaking cracks in poured concrete walls and assessing cracks in block or stone.
- Exterior waterproofingExcavating the outside of the foundation to add a membrane, drain board and footing drain.
- Basement dehumidifiersProperly sized, self-draining units for musty basements, condensation and summer damp.
Nearby areas
Wet floor after every storm, or a sump that runs all night?
Call and a Lycoming County waterproofing company will set up a visit.