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June 9, 2021

Greg Hublers Sandwich Shop was doing just fine – until it wasn’t. Suddenly, large amounts of water would enter the building every time it rained. Sometimes enough to force Hubler to shut down for the day. That’s why he picked up the phone to call us at KC Waterproofing and Foundation Repair.

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What KC Waterproofing and Foundation Repair Discovered in this Kansas City, KS Business

It is important to learn the cause of the water leaks before applying a waterproofing solution to fix the problem once and ensure the customer is only paying for what they need.

We discovered that the water was entering the building from underneath the sidewalk. We set out to learn the cause and discovered that the restaurant’s neighbor had recently done some landscaping work which caused the sidewalk to shift and in turn caused the flooding.

Concrete Leveling and Waterproofing Repair Procedure

The KC Waterproofing and Foundation Repair team went to work to relevel the sidewalk slabs that had been disturbed by the neighbor’s work. Not only were these causing water to enter Huber’s restaurant, they can also be eyesores and tripping hazards to all who cross them. A restaurant does not need that liability on top of a waterproofing problem. Concrete Leveling solved both problems at once.

How Can Concrete Leveling Fix a Damaged Slab?

At KC Waterproofing and Foundation Repair, we use a state-of-the-art polyurethane product called Polypier from Earth Contact Products another Kansas City company. The Polypier is an expanding foam that permanently fixes your concrete problems and weighs less than the original mud or new concrete so it won’t compound the sinking problem.

After that was accomplished, we put caulking along the building and siding to ensure everything was sealed and that Hubler’s sandwich shop would not be soggy again. The entire project only took a couple of hours.

Concrete Leveling and Waterproofing Customer Review

Hubler says he is pleased with the work and has not experienced any water leaks or flooding since. He appreciated the straightforward approach to sizing up the problem and providing a quote he could understand and act on. Yes, there are many unknowns in the restaurant industry these days, but for Hubler, flooding and water damage are not one of them.

Let us help you with your Basement Waterproofing or Concrete Leveling needs and you can have a success story just like Hubler in Kansas City, Kansas. We always start with a Free Consultation to discover the root of the problem so you can be confident in the Foundation Repairs you invest in. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.

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Satisfied Customer Reviews

KC Waterproofing did a great job installing a new sump pump and other water mitigation items. Friendly crew, arrived each day as planned and finished in just 2.5 days!
A sump pump was installed very quickly.
Gerry and Davan were excellent. They protected the house and basement from extra dust and just going in and out to get the tools.
Digging up the yard to install the pipe...they replaced the sod and cleared the extra yard waste. Also they were very friendly with our dog.
Mario was great. Very upfront about any issues and possibilities to move forward. Would call again. Thanks!
Very happy with the work KC Waterproofing did for us. Jessie and Melvin were very efficient, courteous, and happy to answer any questions we had. The repair was very thorough and we feel relieved this will address the foundation issues we had.
Mario was my tech. Thorough and answered all questions without hesitation.
Mario was super friendly and professional. The job was done quickly. We are very happy with the work and have peace of mind with the warranty provided.
We recently had foundation repairs with multiple piers and poly-fill. Not only were they professional on-site, but one of the employees even noticed a package sitting outside starting to get rained on so they placed it in my mudroom. They kept me informed through the process and ensured I understood each repair prior to commencing.
Mario is the best guy they have. Thank you for hearing my concerns and addressing the issue. Appreciate your professionalism.
Great crew (Schylur and Marvin). Very customer focused.
KC Waterproofing and Foundation Repair did an excellent job on my sump pump installation and crack repairs. Gary and Davan were not only skilled but genuinely thoughtful throughout the process. We had a bit of miscommunication early on, and instead of brushing it off, they listened carefully, acknowledged what happened, and adjusted their plan so everything aligned with what I needed.

They brought me in at every step—showing me options for the pump location, explaining the exit pipe decisions, and making sure I felt confident about the work being done. Their friendliness and respect made a stressful home repair feel manageable.

I’m grateful for their care and would absolutely recommend them.