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B.A.M! Basements and Masons Crawl Space Repair Google Rating and Reviews (4.9, 90)

Crawl Space Services

• Basement waterproofing
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• Foundation repair (including block/total foundation replacement)
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• Egress windows & window wells
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• Sump pumps & interior drainage systems
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• Concrete lifting (mudjacking) & street creep protection
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• Crawlspace repair & moisture control
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• Basement finishing/renovation

B.A.M! Basements and Masons Description

Basements and Masons is a locally owned basement, foundation and masonry contracting company based in Central Iowa that specializes in residential and light commercial foundation repair and waterproofing services.

Founded in 2012 by Mark Williams, the company emphasizes customer service, quality workmanship and long-term solutions for common structural and water intrusion problems.

offers a comprehensive suite of services including interior and exterior basement waterproofing, installation and repair of sump pumps and dehumidification systems, crack repair for poured and block foundations, stabilization and repair of sinking or settling foundations, wall stabilization for bowing or leaning walls, egress window installation, crawl space encapsulation and concrete leveling/lifting.

They diagnose issues on-site and tailor waterproofing systems to each structure rather than applying one-size-fits-all fixes, and they promote exterior and interior approaches depending on the home’s construction and the source of water intrusion.

The company serves the Des Moines metropolitan area and Central Iowa from offices in Ankeny and Des Moines, and markets free consultations and written estimates.

highlights its masonry background and decades of combined industry experience to address both cosmetic masonry repairs and structural block/brick foundation concerns.

Typical customers include homeowners dealing with basement leaks, finished basement moisture, visible foundation cracks, sinking slabs or uneven concrete and those seeking code-compliant egress windows.

positions itself as a full-service basement and foundation specialist that handles problem diagnosis, permanent repairs, and preventive systems (drainage, sump pumps, dehumidifiers) with an emphasis on customer communication and satisfaction.

Crawl Space Repair Service Locations

• Ankeny IA
• Berwick IA
• Des Moines IA
• Johnston IA
• Bondurant IA
• Madrid IA
• Osceola IA
• Clemons IA
• Colo IA
• Knoxville IA

Review 1
This is a 5-star review for BAM (Basements and Masons of Des Moines).

My husband and I first worked with BAM 3 years ago when we were wanting help with our sump pump purchases, service and installation. We had problems finding plumbers with expertise in this area. That was a good experience, so we called BAM when we noticed large cracks in our foundation, breaks in one of our basement windows and small cracks in the other 3 windows. Jeremy, one of the company managers, came out to assess the situation. He returned to do a more extensive and detailed inspection of the block walls throughout the basement. To prevent possible future wall collapse he recommended steel reinforcement of the foundation walls.

Jeremy is incredibly experienced and knowledgeable in his work and can communicate what is needed and why. My husband’s business was in architecture, and neither of us would consider recommending any business other than BAM for this type of project, especially if Jeremy is managing and leading the team.

The structural foundation and window replacement projects are finished and we are more than happy and satisfied with the work! Jeremy’s team who did all of the work over a few days (Juan, Nick, Matt, CJ and others) were so capable, friendly, hard-working, and totally professional!

Review 2
BAM installed a basement egress window for me today, and the experience was great! Less than 6 hours start to finish, and that even included laying in some new cinderblocks. The crew was polite, easy going, and genuinely enjoyable to be around. Jeff, the field supervisor, was extremely helpful and professional. It could only have been better if it was free. It wasn’t, of course, but the price was very fair relative to the work they accomplished in such a short period. I will definitely keep them in mind for future projects!

Typical Costs
Crawl Space Cleaning: $500 ~ $4,000
This is for basic services like removing debris, old insulation, or minor mold.

Foundation and Structural Repairs: $2,500 ~ $8,000
This includes fixing things like a damaged support beam or re-leveling the foundation.

Waterproofing and Moisture Control: $1,500 ~ $5,000
This might involve installing a drainage system or a sump pump.

Crawl Space Encapsulation: $5,000 ~ $15,000+
This is a comprehensive solution that includes a vapor barrier, insulation, and often a dehumidifier. The cost can be on the higher end due to the materials and labor involved.

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