Aquaguard Waterproofing

What Aquaguard Waterproofing does

AquaGuard Waterproofing is a privately held, family-owned residential waterproofing and foundation repair contractor founded in 1990 and headquartered at 6820 Distribution Drive, Beltsville, Maryland. The company serves homeowners across the Mid-Atlantic region — specifically Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia — and employs 51-100 staff with more than 50 years of combined industry experience. It is locally owned rather than franchised and has operated continuously for 35 years, the longest-tenured specialist in its core DMV market according to company materials. The company holds NARI membership, Basement Health Association certified waterproofers status, and 203k HUD renovation lending certification, and has received the 2024 STAR Award, the 2023 Basement Health Association Award, and was named the #1 Waterproofing Service in Prince George's County for 2026.

The core offering centers on basement waterproofing (interior and exterior systems), foundation repair (crack injection, bowed wall reinforcement, structural stabilization), and crawlspace waterproofing and encapsulation. Supporting services include sump pump installation with battery backup, egress window and basement entry door installation, French drains, curtain drains, interior trench drainage systems, floor drains, EZ Breathe ventilation, basement underpinning/floor lowering, and specialty elevator fit-pit waterproofing. Technical differentiators include foundation trench drainage systems positioned below the basement floor alongside the footer with built-in pitch and 4-inch pipe capacity, closed crawlspace drainage systems that prevent soil gas escape, and Class I/II/III moisture barriers. All workmanship is backed by transferable lifetime warranties that travel with property ownership.

The business operates on a direct-to-consumer, project-based revenue model with typical pricing of $1,500-$4,500 per project depending on scope (interior waterproofing $1,500-$2,500, exterior $3,000-$4,500, crawlspace $2,000-$3,500). Customer acquisition is driven by free 45-point inspections, three phone lines, a 201-review Google business profile, social media presence across Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest, a content blog, and an Enerbank financing partnership offering promotional deferred-payment terms. The customer base is entirely residential SMB/homeowner long-tail across the DMV region, with no enterprise or commercial anchor accounts disclosed. The company does not appear to have institutional backing, outside investors, or a parent entity; it is independently operated.

Name

Aquaguard Waterproofing

Legal name

AquaGuard Waterproofing

Website

https://aquaguardwaterproofing.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Family-owned residential waterproofing and foundation repair contractor serving Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia since 1990, offering basement waterproofing, foundation repair, crawlspace encapsulation, and sump pump systems backed by transferable lifetime warranties.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Waterproofing and Foundation Repair Services

akta.pro primary industry

Basement Waterproofing & Moisture Control (HSAPACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Concrete Waterproofing & Moisture Mitigation (HSAGALAF), Waterproof Coatings & Leak Sealing (Basements, Foundations, Roof Coatings) (HSAGADAI)

Keywords

• Basement waterproofing services
• Foundation repair services
• Crawlspace encapsulation
• Sump pump installation
• Egress window installation

Headquarters

HQ city

Beltsville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Waterproofing Services: One-time project-based fees for basement waterproofing, foundation repair, crawlspace waterproofing, egress window installation, and related services. Pricing varies by scope: interior waterproofing $1,500-$2,500, exterior $3,000-$4,500, crawlspace $2,000-$3,500.
2. Financing Referral: Partnering with Enerbank to offer financing options to customers. The company directs customers to Enerbank's pre-qualification platform for loan products, suggesting a referral or partnership revenue stream.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

AquaGuard Waterproofing provides basement and foundation waterproofing and repair services to residential (and select commercial/industrial) properties in the Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia region. Core offerings include interior and exterior basement waterproofing, foundation crack repair and bowed wall reinforcement, crawlspace encapsulation, sump pump and battery backup installation, French and curtain drains, and egress window and basement entry door installation, all backed by transferable lifetime warranties.

Product overview

AquaGuard Waterproofing offers a comprehensive suite of basement and foundation waterproofing services for residential and commercial properties. The core offering centers on basement waterproofing (interior and exterior systems), foundation repair, and crawlspace waterproofing. These are supported by specialized services including sump pump installation with battery backup, egress window installation, French drains, curtain drains, interior trench drainage systems, and basement underpinning/floor lowering for additional living space. The company also provides moisture barrier installation, crawlspace encapsulation, EZ Breathe ventilation systems, floor drains, and elevator waterproofing fit-pit services. All services are backed by transferable lifetime warranties on workmanship and manufacturer warranties on materials. The product portfolio operates as an integrated system where waterproofing, drainage, and structural repair solutions work together to provide comprehensive moisture protection for properties.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Basement Waterproofing Interior and exterior basement waterproofing solutions including drainage channels, sump pumps, moisture barriers, and wall sealing to prevent water intrusion and protect living spaces.
• Foundation Repair Structural repair services including crack injection, bowed wall reinforcement, foundation drainage improvements, and structural stabilization to protect home integrity.
• Crawlspace Waterproofing Moisture barriers, liners, ventilation strategies, and closed drainage systems to protect crawlspaces from damp, mold, and pest infestations.
• Sump Pump & Battery Back Up Systems Installation and maintenance of sump pumps with battery backup systems that keep working during power outages, crucial for coastal areas prone to flooding.
• Egress Window Installation Installation of egress windows required for basement living space conversions to comply with local building and fire codes.
• Basement Entry Doors Installation of basement entry doors for safe and code-compliant access to below-grade spaces.
• Elevator Waterproofing Fit-Pit Specialized waterproofing solutions for elevator pit structures to prevent water intrusion and ensure elevator operational safety.
• Floor Drains Installation and maintenance of floor drainage systems to capture and redirect water away from foundation areas.
• French Drains Perimeter drainage systems using perforated pipes and gravel to lower groundwater levels around foundation and reduce hydrostatic pressure.
• Curtain Drains Shallow drainage systems positioned around property perimeter to intercept surface and groundwater before it reaches foundation walls.
• Interior Drainage Systems Trench drainage systems installed below basement floor alongside footer to intercept water at its lowest point before it rises into living spaces, with built-in pitch and 4-inch pipe capacity.
• Basement Underpinning Reinforcement or strengthening of foundation by increasing depth and lowering basement floor, commonly used to meet building codes or create additional living space.
• Crawlspace Encapsulation Sealing crawlspace with vapor barrier to create controlled environment that reduces moisture levels and prevents humidity-related structural problems.
• EZ Breathe Ventilation Ventilation system designed to improve indoor air quality by controlling humidity and moisture in basements and crawlspaces.

Quantifiable outcome

• Basement waterproofing costs typically range $1,500 to $4,000 depending on scope and materials
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• JES Foundation Repair: Regional foundation repair and basement waterproofing company serving Virginia, Maryland, and DC. Operates in the same Mid-Atlantic geography as AquaGuard with overlapping service lines (foundation stabilization, waterproofing, crawlspace encapsulation).
• Acculevel: Foundation repair and waterproofing specialist serving the Midwest. Comparable in service mix (basement waterproofing, foundation stabilization, crawlspace encapsulation) and direct-to-consumer residential GTM.
• EverDry Waterproofing: Multi-state basement waterproofing and foundation repair operator with a comparable service catalog (interior drainage, sump pumps, foundation crack repair). Direct competitor in the residential home services waterproofing category.
• Foundation Supportworks: National network of foundation repair contractors providing waterproofing, piering, and crawlspace services. Comparable residential service mix and shares AquaGuard's proprietary-system narrative around foundation solutions.
• B-Dry Waterproofing: One of the longest-running basement waterproofing franchise networks in the U.S., offering interior drainage, sump pump, and foundation repair services. Directly comparable to AquaGuard in service mix, residential customer target, and project-based pricing model.
• Basement Systems: The largest basement waterproofing dealer network in North America, with proprietary products like WaterGuard and CleanSpace. Comparable to AquaGuard in core offering (interior drainage, sump pumps, crawlspace encapsulation) and target residential homeowners.
• 58 Foundations: Regional basement waterproofing and foundation repair company serving the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Comparable in residential focus, project-based pricing, and lifetime warranty-style service guarantees.

Broad incumbents

• Groundworks: National platform consolidating foundation repair, basement waterproofing, and crawlspace encapsulation brands (including JES, Foundation Supportworks, and others). Represents the scaled, multi-brand incumbent that AquaGuard competes against regionally.

Regional players

• Olshan Foundation Solutions: Founded in 1933, Olshan specializes in foundation repair and waterproofing in the South-Central U.S. Comparable in service offerings (foundation stabilization, basement waterproofing, crawlspace) with a similar long-tenure, brand-driven positioning.

Emerging players

• Crawlspace Ninja: Crawlspace encapsulation and waterproofing specialist with a strong digital presence. Comparable to AquaGuard's crawlspace encapsulation service line and uses a similar content marketing + reviews-driven DTC acquisition model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/aquaguardmd
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@AquaguardMaryland
• Facebookfacebook.com/AquaGuardWaterproofing
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/aquaguard-waterproofing
• Instagraminstagram.com/aquaguardwaterproofingcorp
• Pinterestpinterest.ph/aquaguardwaterproofing

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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