Basement and Foundation Solutions

Spacious finished basement family room with wood-look flooring, recessed ceiling lights, green upholstered seating, TV entertainment center, white support columns, and doorways leading to other areas.

Get a Free Inspection

Concerned couple looking at smartphone together, both covering their mouths with worried expressions.

Worried About Your Basement or Foundation?

Let’s Start With What You’re Seeing

Most homeowners don’t wake up thinking, “I need structural repair.” They notice a smell, a crack, or a bounce in the floor—and they want to know what’s wrong. Below are common warning signs we hear from homeowners, along with the proven solutions we offer to fix them. Finding your solution starts with identifying the issues you are experiencing.

Woman in a green dress holding an air freshener spray with concerned expression, demonstrating unpleasant odor issue indoors.

ISSUE:

“There’s a Musty Smell in My Basement”

What it could mean:

  • Moisture buildup
  • Poor ventilation
  • Mold or mildew from water seepage

Solutions we provide:

Concrete block wall corner showing water damage and discoloration along the base, indicating moisture infiltration issue.

ISSUE:

“I See Discoloration on My Basement Walls”

What it could mean:

  • Water infiltration
  • Mold or efflorescence from leaks
  • Early signs of foundation damage

Solutions we provide:

Cracked basement wall with visible horizontal seam and a wood basket holding papers and supplies in lower left corner.

ISSUE:

“There Are Cracks in My Basement Walls”

What it could mean:

  • Foundation settlement or shifting
  • Structural pressure from hydrostatic water
  • Early structural compromise

Solutions we provide:

Exposed wooden beams showing signs of age and wear in an unfinished basement.

ISSUE:

“The Floor Joists Are Discolored”

What it could mean:

  • Prolonged moisture exposure
  • Potential mold or wood rot
  • Crawl space humidity issues

Solutions we provide:

A person in bare feet on light wood laminate flooring wearing rolled denim jeans.

ISSUE:

“My Floors Feel Bouncy or Sagging”

What it could mean:

  • Weakening floor joists
  • Failing support beams or posts
  • Deterioration due to moisture or pests

Solutions we provide:

Threaded metal rod with coupling nut and cotter pin installed in a basement with exposed wooden beams.

ISSUE:

“There Are Cracks or Rust in My Wood Framing or Posts”

What it could mean:

  • Water damage in structural elements
  • Rust indicates high humidity or water contact
  • Potential structural compromise

Solutions we provide:

Unfinished ceiling with a crooked wooden joist beam, and white support posts in a basement.

ISSUE:

“Some of the Joists Look Angled or Out of Place”

What it could mean:

  • Foundation settling
  • Shifting or bowing structural supports
  • Serious structural stress

Solutions we provide:

Concrete support column with visible cracks, rust, and deterioration in an unfinished basement.

ISSUE:

“There’s Rust on the Bottom of My Metal Posts”

What it could mean:

  • Sub-slab moisture rising
  • Water vapor or leaks under the slab
  • Hidden basement moisture problems

Solutions we provide:

Basement foundation wall with deteriorating orange and white paint, exposed red brick, visible water damage and efflorescence, pipes along ceiling, electrical outlet on right side.

ISSUE:

"My Basement Feels Like a Dungeon"

What it could mean:

  • Lack of natural light and airflow
  • No code-compliant emergency exits

Solutions we provide:

Not Sure What’s Causing the Problem?

You don’t need to guess. We offer free inspections to help you get to the root of the issue and recommend the right solution—no pressure, just honest answers from a trusted team.

Modern basement living room with cream armchair and wooden staircase with dark railings leading upward.
Testimonials

Industry Experts, Customer Favorites

“From the start, Jake was very informative and answered all my questions and concerns. Workers (Gabe and Team) were very respectful of the house and kept our garage door shut every time they went in and out due to having cats who would like to escape. Job was done in 1-1/2 days, basically waterproofing an attached well pump room. Will see in the future if the problem is solved but by the quality of work completed I would expect 100% success. Thank you!!”

Keith C.

“We had four beams installed in our basement and are happy with the entire process. There was open communication throughout the project. We felt informed and like we were active in the decision-making process. We are satisfied with the quality of the work, but what really stood out was the professionalism and extra attention to detail from the crew.”

Nathaniel N.

“I highly recommend the Summit Basement Company. The project was quoted at a reasonable price and was completed in a timely manner. The owner and team were professional and stayed in communication during the entire process. They were patient and understanding when it came to answering any questions I had. Our home has a new foundation that is safe and secure. Thank you!”

Alyssa M.

“Summit Basement did an excellent job! Jake and his team walked me through the whole installation before and after, answered my questions. Jake was straightforward and don’t try to sell me things I didn’t need. The pricing was unbeatable. The team worked very hard and completed the job in one day. They went out of their way to protect all of our stuff in the basement. Highly recommend!!”

William K.

“Extremely happy with the end results of our project. It is very relieving to know we don’t have to fight water in our basement anymore. Jake was very helpful from start to finish. Tevin, the foreman, and his team consisting of Dave, Clay, and Matt, were a complete pleasure to have here while they were working on our project. They were all very professional and answered any questions I had along the way.”

Aaron L.

“I wanted an Egress window installed in my basement and chose Summit Basement Company because of the attention to detail and thoroughness – they did not disappoint! Each and every guy on the team was professional, respectful, and expert in their craft of installing these windows. Money well spent!”

Samuel B.

“My experience with Summit Basement Company was incredible. We were dealing with some concerns brought up by other basement waterproofing companies and blew our situation up into a “nightmare scenario”, throwing my family into a panic. Jake Rasho drove a long way to come take a look and provide perspective on our situation. It was not a situation that needed panic, but provided solutions he felt we could benefit from. Outside of his personable interactions, he never pressured a system that was way outside the budget and needs of my home.”

Jake P.

The Google "G" logo.
4.9
Rating
The logo for a Better Business Bureau (BBB) A+ Accredited Business.
A+
Rating
The logo for Yelp.
5.0
Rating
The Facebook "F" logo.
5.0
Rating
Summit Basement Company

Contact Us

A roll of black foundation waterproofing membrane lays against a brick wall.

Address
2934 S Main Street
Akron, OH 44319
Get Directions
Hours

Mon-Fri: 7 AM–6 PM
Sat-Sun: Closed

© 2026 Summit Basement Company. All Rights Reserved