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Young Waterproofing Co

Waterproofing Company in Buffalo, New York.

Young Waterproofing Co is a waterproofing contractor based in Buffalo, NY. Its Better Business Bureau member is reported by the company and not yet verified, so check it with Better Business Bureau before work starts.

4.5on Google · 52 reviews67 years in business
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Quick Overview

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Editorial Standards

Young Waterproofing Co has been making Buffalo basements dry since 1959, a history of more than six decades in the same city. The office sits at 413 Shanley Street in the 14206 ZIP code, and the company says it serves Buffalo and the wider WNY area. Work falls into three lines: basement waterproofing, foundation repair and yard drainage. The firm says its basement process is minimally invasive and dust-free, with some jobs finished in as little as 6 hours. Estimates are free, and references are available on request. Young Waterproofing Co holds 4.5 stars from 52 Google reviews, read October 20, 2026, and its website lists membership in the Better Business Bureau, the Home Improvement Council and the National Association of Waterproofing and Structural Repair.

  • Best for buffalo homeowners who want a long-established local firm for a wet basement or failing foundation
  • In business in Buffalo since 1959, according to the company website
  • The website lists no warranty terms, licence number, insurance details or named installation systems

Company Facts

Young Waterproofing Co at a Glance

By the numbers

Google rating
4.5out of 5
Customer reviews
52on Google
In business
67years

Rating and review count pulled from Google on October 28, 2026. Years counted from 1959.

The work

Best for
Buffalo homeowners who want a long-established local firm for a wet basement or failing foundation
Primary service
Waterproofing

Where

Headquarters
Buffalo, NY
Service area
Buffalo
Emergency service
Not advertised

Money and guarantees

Free estimates
Yes
Financing
Not advertised

Credentials

Better Business Bureau member
Better Business Bureau member (reported by the company, not verified)

Editorial Review

Our Take on Young Waterproofing Co

Young Waterproofing Co brings real Buffalo longevity, with a 1959 start and steady praise for clear estimates and tidy crews. The website is thin on warranty, product and licence details, so get those in writing before you sign. A 4.5 rating from 52 reviews just clears our bar.

Best forBuffalo homeowners who want a long-established local firm for a wet basement or failing foundation

What We Like

  • In business in Buffalo since 1959, according to the company website
  • Three focused services: basement waterproofing, foundation repair and yard drainage
  • Free estimates, with references available on request
  • Reviewers praise thorough estimates, on-time crews and clean worksites
  • Website lists membership in the BBB, the Home Improvement Council and the National Association of Waterproofing and Structural Repair

Things to Consider

  • The website lists no warranty terms, licence number, insurance details or named installation systems
  • One 2025 Google review reported a cancelled appointment and no reply to a follow-up text
  • Office hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with no stated emergency or weekend service

Customer Ratings

Google Reviews for Young Waterproofing Co

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Google rating

4.5

Based on 52 Google reviews

Review data updated October 28, 2026

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Rating Distribution

  • 5 stars85%
  • 4 stars4%
  • 1 star12%
iAbout this distribution

The distribution reflects the 52 Google reviews available when this profile's review data was last refreshed on October 28, 2026. Ratings and counts change continuously on Google, so figures here may lag the live profile slightly. We publish only the values returned by the source, never estimates for missing bands.

Editorial Standards

Recent Google Reviews

  • Frank Lombardo5.0

    I had a sudden water problem in my home and contacted Young Waterproofing. Brad Mills came out, quickly diagnosed the problem, and explained how it could be repaired. What impressed me most was Brad’s honesty. He told me that because my town handles this type of work, I should contact the town before paying a contractor. I would never have known this was an option if Brad hadn’t mentioned it. A contractor would have charged approximately $1,000 for the work. Brad could have easily recommended that Young Waterproofing do the job, but instead he gave me advice that was genuinely in my best interest. I had another waterproofing company provide an expensive opinion, and they never mentioned this option. I highly recommend Brad and Young Waterproofing for their honesty, professionalism, and commitment to doing what’s right for the customer. It’s refreshing to find a company that puts the customer first!

    October 2026Google
  • A B5.0

    Had the pleasure of meeting the owner Dick Young, We had a great experience from estimate to job completion. The crew was timely and professional and completed the basement drain tile and sump pump install in the timeframe promised. It was nice to work with a local family owned business that stands behind their work and backed it with a great warranty. Highly recommend.

    September 2026Google
  • Gary S5.0

    The estimator (founder I believe) was very friendly and knowledgeable. Explained exactly what they would be doing and was more than happy to take on my small job, as I only had one foundation crack needing repair. That was not my experience with some other companies. Work was done in about 2 hours and at a fair price. Highly recommend.

    June 2026Google
  • Rich F.5.0

    Excellent company with a profound knowledge of their trade. Estimator was great; thorough explanation and upfront, very fair pricing. When the crew showed up, they were meticulous in their work. They even cleaned up the worksite as though it were their own home. Great communication, on time, and exceptional work.

    November 2025Google
  • Michael Perry5.0

    Young Waterproofing did an excellent job helping us with a foundation repair. The estimate was thorough and explained all details of the repair well as I have little knowledge of this type of project. The repair team showed up as scheduled on time. They were courteous, respectful to our home and completed the work efficiently. This was an excellent company to work with for our needs.

    October 2025Google
  • Dennis Reames1.0

    Well. Another company doesnt keep appointments. First appt cancel day of. Tehn re schedule and he text me nigh before is 5:30 still good. I reply yes. Next day its 6:30, i text him, he reads message but doesnt replay and still havnt heard back. Amazing people do this

    August 2025Google

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Ranked#1of 5 waterproofing companies in Buffalo, NYre-checked October 2026

Editorial Ranking

Why Young Waterproofing Co Made Our Top 5

It took first place in 5 Best Waterproofing Companies in Buffalo, NY (2026).

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Areas Served

Based in Buffalo, NY.

iAbout service coverage

Coverage is as the business describes it, cross-checked against where its recent documented work is. A company will often travel beyond the areas listed here for a large job and decline a small one at the same distance, so confirm your address before scheduling.

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Company Background

About Young Waterproofing Co

Young Waterproofing Co has worked out of Buffalo since 1959, and the line on its website, "Basements Made Dry in Buffalo since 1959," describes a history of more than six decades in the same city. The office is at 413 Shanley Street, Buffalo, NY 14206, and the company says it covers Buffalo and the wider WNY area.

The business focuses on three jobs: basement waterproofing, foundation repair and yard drainage. Its site describes a quick, minimally invasive, dust-free basement process, with crews in and out in as little as 6 hours, and says the crew wets down concrete and gravel before hauling it away to keep dust down. Foundation work starts with signs the site lists, such as floors that slope more than an inch over 20 feet, sticking doors and cracks in walls or ceilings. For soggy lawns, it installs drains and points to Buffalo's clay soil as the usual culprit. The site does not name the specific drain systems, sump pumps or membranes it installs, so ask which products go in your home.

Reviewers describe a consistent routine. Customers mention thorough estimates, crews that show up on schedule, clean worksites and fair pricing. One homeowner had a drainage system put across about two thirds of the back yard in a single day. Another review praises Adrienne for honest advice on a leaking garage, including a repair her company does not perform. The weak spot is scheduling: a reviewer in August 2025 reported a cancelled appointment and an unanswered text. Young Waterproofing Co earns 4.5 from 52 Google reviews, read October 20, 2026.

It suits homeowners who want an old, established local company, a free estimate and a direct explanation of options and costs. It suits less well anyone who wants a long list of products, published warranty terms, financing, emergency service or Saturday hours, since the website states none of these and the office is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Before booking, ask for the warranty in writing, ask who does the work, and confirm insurance and workers compensation. New York State has no statewide waterproofing or home improvement contractor licence, so ask whether the company holds an Erie County home improvement licence and request the number. Also check permit requirements with the City of Buffalo Division of Permit and Inspection Services.

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Credentials

  • Better Business Bureau memberBetter Business BureauReported
  • Home Improvement Council memberHome Improvement CouncilReported
  • National Association of Waterproofing and Structural Repair memberNational Association of Waterproofing and Structural RepairReported
iWhat verified means here

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Other Sources

Reputation by Source

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  • Google

    4.5/ 5

    52 customer reviews

  • TenBestFind

    Editorially reviewed

    Ranked #1 in Buffalo waterproofing, October 2026

Pricing

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Free estimates
Yes

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Young Waterproofing Co FAQs

  • Is Young Waterproofing Co licensed in Buffalo, NY?

    Young Waterproofing Co does not publish a licence number on its website, and New York State has no statewide waterproofing or home improvement contractor licence. Ask the company whether it holds an Erie County home improvement licence and request the number, then confirm insurance and workers compensation. Check permit requirements with the City of Buffalo Division of Permit and Inspection Services. The website lists membership in the Better Business Bureau, the Home Improvement Council and the National Association of Waterproofing and Structural Repair.

  • What are Young Waterproofing Co's hours, and do they do emergency service?

    The office is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and closed Saturday and Sunday. You can call (716) 893-1939 or email info@youngwaterproofing.com. The website does not mention 24-hour or emergency call-outs, so if water is actively entering your basement, ask on the phone how quickly someone can inspect it. Free estimates are offered across Buffalo and the WNY area.

  • Where does Young Waterproofing Co work, and what does it offer on warranty and financing?

    Young Waterproofing Co says it serves Buffalo, NY and the wider WNY area from its office at 413 Shanley Street. It offers basement waterproofing, foundation repair and yard drainage, with free estimates and references on request. The website states no warranty terms and no financing, so ask for the warranty in writing, including its length and whether it transfers to a new owner, before you sign.

  • Is Young Waterproofing Co licensed and insured?

    We checked 0 of 3 credentials against the issuing authority. Verified items carry the date we checked; reported items are what the business told us and we could not independently confirm.

  • What areas does Young Waterproofing Co serve?

    Buffalo. Coverage is as the business describes it, cross-checked against where its recent documented work is. Confirm your address before scheduling, particularly at the edge of a service area.

  • Does Young Waterproofing Co offer emergency service?

    Emergency availability is not listed for this company. If you need an urgent call-out, check the ranking for companies that do list it.

  • What warranty do they offer?

    Warranty terms are not on file. Ask for them in writing before work starts.

  • How was this profile built?

    Credentials come from issuing authorities, ratings from the company's Google Business Profile with the date we read them, and the editorial take from our own review of estimates, warranty documents and public feedback. Anything the business told us is labelled as reported.

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About This Business Profile

Last reviewed
October 2026
Profile last updated
November 11, 2026
Google review data updated
October 28, 2026
Sources checked
Issuing authorities, Google Business Profile, Company website
Could not verify
Better Business Bureau member (reported only), insurance
Sponsorship status
No commercial relationship
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