Why Bethlehem Homes Need Waterproofing
Bethlehem’s mix of historic homes, suburban neighborhoods, and river-adjacent properties means many basements are at risk for water intrusion, mold growth, and structural damage. The combination of heavy seasonal rains, winter snowmelt, and the nearby Lehigh River creates conditions where hydrostatic pressure pushes water into basements—sometimes without any visible cracks.
At Basement Waterproofing Specialists, we design custom systems built to handle Bethlehem’s unique soil and drainage conditions. Our work is done exclusively by our in-house team—never subcontractors—and every system comes with a lifetime transferable warranty for complete peace of mind.
Bethlehem, PA (North Side, South Side, West Side & beyond)
Bethlehem basements take a beating from heavy seasonal rain, freeze–thaw cycles, and hillside runoff, especially in older neighborhoods with stone/brick foundations and tight lots. If your basement smells musty, shows efflorescence (white powder on walls), or you’re seeing water where the floor meets the wall, you’re not alone.
Because Bethlehem sits along the Lehigh River and the Monocacy Creek watershed, groundwater and drainage patterns can change fast after storms—so the “quick patch” solutions usually fail.
Our team focuses on permanent waterproofing systems designed for the way Bethlehem homes are actually built (historic and modern).
💧 Common Basement Problems in Bethlehem
- Water pooling after thunderstorms or snowmelt
- Musty odors caused by hidden mold
- White, chalky wall residue (efflorescence)
- Cracks in foundation walls or floors
- Sump pumps overwhelmed during heavy rain
🛠 Our Waterproofing Services Include:
- Interior French drains to collect and redirect water
- High-capacity sump pumps with battery backup
- Patented crack repair for permanent sealing
- Mold-resistant vapor barrier wall systems
- Optional yard drainage improvements to prevent water buildup
📍 We Also Serve These Lehigh County Areas:
Allentown, Emmaus, Catasauqua, Whitehall
🧱 Why Bethlehem Homeowners Choose Us:
- Family-owned for 4 generations, voted Best Basement Waterproofer 11-straight years
- Specialists in both historic and modern basements
- Lifetime transferable warranty
- No subcontractors—only trained pros
- ⭐ Free inspection + 15% off this month
We serve homeowners throughout Bethlehem, including:
- South Side (near Lehigh University / 3rd & 4th St corridors)
- North Side (older homes + mixed foundation types)
- West Side (historic housing stock + tight drainage conditions)
- Central Bethlehem / Historic District areas
And nearby: Fountain Hill, Freemansburg, Hellertown, and the Lehigh Valley area.
📅 Schedule Your Free Bethlehem Basement Waterproofing Estimate
Don’t wait for the next storm—protect your basement and your home’s value today.
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About Us
We are Basement Waterproofing Specialists, a 4th generation, local, family, woman-owned business. We are not a huge chain, nor a national company. Our employees work and live in this area. We work and live in this area. This is why we’ve been voted Best Basement Waterproofer 11-straight years… because we care about the people of this community, and we always treat your home like it were the home of a family member.
We are based in Collegeville PA, just north of King of Prussia. However, we service all of New Jersey, including:
Hunterdon County
Edison
Newark
Glassboro
Long Branch and more…
Delaware including Newark, New Castle, Dover, Smyrna and more…
And Pennsylvania, including:
Allentown
Philadelphia
West Chester
Gettysburg
Harrisburg
Lancaster and all of Lancaster County
York and more..
We offer free estimates to home owners, and financing is available.
We don’t do a hard sell, nor do we use scare tactics. Why? We don’t need to. Our work speaks for itself. We have 4-generations of experience keeping homeowners just like you safe from basement flooding, mold, and foundation problems.
Need help, simply call us at 800-700-9171
