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Foundation Repair, Basement Waterproofing & Concrete Services in Dallas County, Iowa

As the fastest-growing county in Iowa, Dallas County is splitting in two — dense new suburban subdivisions on its eastern edge and quiet farmland to the west — and JLB delivers foundation repair, basement waterproofing, and concrete services across all of it. From brand-new builds to century-old farmhouses, we keep Dallas County homes level and dry.

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Foundation, Waterproofing & Concrete Across Dallas County, Iowa

From the county seat of Adel to the small towns scattered along the Raccoon River valley, JLB brings foundation repair, basement waterproofing, and concrete services to homeowners across Dallas County, Iowa. We serve Dexter on the southwest side, Booneville near the Madison County line, and the tight-knit communities of Bouton and Dawson to the north. Whether your home sits in a fresh Adel-area development or on long-established acreage in Dawson, our crews work to the same standard countywide.

Towns we serve in Dallas County: Dexter, Booneville, Bouton, and Dawson.

Foundation & Waterproofing

Foundation Repair, Basement Waterproofing & Crawlspace Services in Dallas County, Iowa

One local crew handles the whole structural side in Dallas County — piering, waterproofing, crawlspace encapsulation, drainage, and wall replacement. Here's how we fix each:

Steel push pier foundation stabilization in Dallas County, Iowa

Foundation Repair in Dallas County

Foundation repair in Dallas County means working across an unusually wide range of housing — from new-construction subdivisions near Adel to century-old farmhouses outside Dexter and Dawson. We diagnose the root cause first, whether it's settling on freshly backfilled lots or long-term clay movement under older homes, then stabilize with piers, wall braces, or crack repair sized to the structure rather than a one-size-fits-all fix.

  • Steel push piers and helical piers driven to stable load-bearing soil
  • Wall anchors and carbon-fiber straps for bowing or cracked walls
  • Engineered, permanent fixes — not surface patches
  • Transferable warranty and a free, no-pressure inspection
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Interior drain tile and sump basement waterproofing in Dallas County, Iowa

Basement Waterproofing in Dallas County

Basement waterproofing is a priority across Dallas County because clay-heavy soils and the Raccoon River watershed keep water tables high in many areas, especially after spring snowmelt. We install interior drainage systems, sump pumps, and sealed vapor barriers that move water away from your foundation and out of your basement, so homes from Booneville to Adel stay dry through Iowa's wettest months.

  • Interior drain tile and sump systems sized for Iowa’s water table
  • Crack injection and wall-to-floor joint sealing
  • Vapor barriers and dehumidification to stop musty air and mold
  • Keeps the lower level permanently dry, backed in writing
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Crawlspace encapsulation with vapor-barrier liner in Dallas County, Iowa

Crawlspace Encapsulation in Dallas County

Many older homes in the small towns of Dallas County — Dexter, Bouton, and Dawson among them — sit over vented crawlspaces that draw in ground moisture and humid summer air. We fully encapsulate the crawlspace with heavy-duty liner, seal the vents, and add drainage and dehumidification, cutting off the moisture that fuels mold, wood rot, and musty odors rising into the living space above.

  • Spray-foams BOTH the crawlspace AND the basement — twice the protection
  • Sealed vapor-barrier liner over floor and walls
  • Cuts humidity, mold, and energy loss from the stack effect
  • Done for less than competitors who seal only one or the other
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French drain trench with gravel and drain pipe in Dallas County, Iowa

French Drains & Drainage in Dallas County

Dallas County's mix of dense new subdivisions and rolling farmland creates plenty of drainage headaches, from runoff pooling against newly built foundations to low-lying yards near river tributaries. We design and install French drains that intercept groundwater and surface runoff and carry it safely away, relieving the hydrostatic pressure that pushes water through basement walls and floors.

  • French drains, regrading, and buried downspout extensions
  • Redirects surface and groundwater away from the foundation
  • Relieves the hydrostatic pressure that cracks walls and floors
  • Built for Iowa freeze-thaw and heavy spring snowmelt
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Steel-reinforced foundation wall replacement in Dallas County, Iowa

Foundation Wall Replacement in Dallas County

When a foundation wall in an older Dallas County home has bowed, cracked through, or deteriorated past the point of bracing — common in aging block and stone walls around Adel and the western farm communities — full wall replacement is the lasting solution. We excavate, remove the failing wall, and rebuild it to modern standards with proper drainage and waterproofing built in from the start.

  • Full removal and rebuild of failed or severely bowed walls
  • Steel-reinforced poured concrete below the 42-inch frost line
  • Exterior waterproofing and proper drainage built back in
  • The permanent answer when bracing is no longer enough
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Concrete Services

Concrete Services in Dallas County, Iowa

JLB brings its full concrete crew to Dallas County — flatwork, decorative finishes, structural walls, and pools, all in-house. Here's what we pour locally:

Broom-finished concrete driveway for Dallas County, Iowa homes

Concrete Driveways in Dallas County

A new concrete driveway has to stand up to Dallas County's freeze-thaw winters and the clay soils that shift beneath it. We pour driveways on a properly prepared and compacted base with the right thickness and control joints, so your driveway in Adel, Dexter, or anywhere across the county resists cracking and heaving for decades.

  • Air-entrained mixes (5-7%) built to survive 100-120 freeze-thaw cycles a winter
  • Proper subgrade preparation over Des Moines Lobe glacial till
  • JLB's own in-house crew — no subcontractors
  • Free inspection plus the JLB transferable warranty
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Concrete Patios & Outdoor Spaces in Dallas County

A well-built concrete patio extends your living space into Dallas County's warm summers and crisp falls. We form and finish patios to drain away from the house and withstand seasonal ground movement, with finish options that range from a clean broom texture to decorative treatments that complement both new builds and established homes.

  • Site-specific subgrade prep for Des Moines Lobe glacial till
  • Proper joint placement and air entrainment to survive Iowa freeze-thaw
  • One in-house crew handles excavation through finish
  • Can be paired with a JLB pool installation under a single crew
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Broom-finished concrete front walkway for Dallas County, Iowa homes

Concrete Sidewalks & Walkways in Dallas County

Concrete sidewalks and walkways take a beating from Iowa's freeze-thaw cycles and shifting soils, which is why proper base prep and jointing matter so much in Dallas County. We pour level, slip-resistant walks that connect driveways, entries, and yards, built to stay even and crack-free through the seasons in Adel and the surrounding towns.

  • Built to handle expansive till movement and frost heave
  • Correct concrete strength and 5-7% air entrainment
  • Full range from plain replacement to decorative finishes
  • JLB's own in-house crew
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Italian slate stamped concrete for Dallas County, Iowa homes

Stamped Concrete in Dallas County

Stamped concrete gives Dallas County homeowners the look of brick, slate, or natural stone at a fraction of the cost and maintenance. We stamp and color patios, walkways, and entries to match your home's style, sealing the surface to protect the pattern against Iowa weather and the wear of everyday use.

  • Integral color and surface hardeners engineered for Iowa freeze-thaw
  • Proper base and drainage over glacial till
  • Durable, low-maintenance alternative to natural stone
  • JLB's own in-house crew
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Concrete pool deck at the water edge for Dallas County, Iowa homes

Concrete Pool Decks in Dallas County

A concrete pool deck needs to be slip-resistant, cool underfoot, and durable through Dallas County's temperature swings. We pour and finish pool decks with textured and decorative surfaces that drain properly and resist freeze-thaw damage, giving backyards from Booneville to Adel a safe, attractive space around the water.

  • Air-entrained mixes and correct expansion joints for Iowa soil movement and freeze-thaw
  • JLB can set the pool AND pour the deck — one crew, one contract
  • Proper reinforcement for a deck that stays level
  • Free inspection
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Stained decorative concrete patio for Dallas County, Iowa homes

Stained & Colored Concrete in Dallas County

Stained concrete turns plain gray slabs into rich, custom surfaces for patios, entryways, and interior floors across Dallas County. We apply acid or water-based stains that penetrate the concrete for lasting color, then seal the finish so it holds up to foot traffic, sunlight, and Iowa's seasonal extremes.

  • Permanent color that won't peel or fade
  • Integral color carried through the full slab depth
  • Proper curing for Iowa conditions
  • Works on patios, driveways, pool decks, and commercial floors
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Concrete retaining wall with weep holes for Dallas County, Iowa homes

Concrete Retaining Walls in Dallas County

On Dallas County's rolling western terrain and graded suburban lots alike, concrete retaining walls hold back soil, control erosion, and create usable level ground. We engineer and pour retaining walls with proper drainage behind them so water doesn't build up and undermine the structure, keeping slopes stable through wet springs and dry summers.

  • Footings set below Iowa's 42-inch frost line
  • Rebar-reinforced for structural strength
  • Full drainage systems — weep holes, gravel backfill, and drain tile — to manage persistent hydrostatic pressure from the till
  • JLB's own in-house crew
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Backyard fiberglass pool for Dallas County, Iowa homes

Pool Installation in Dallas County

A pool installation involves far more than the pool itself — it requires a stable, properly drained concrete foundation and surrounding deck that can handle Dallas County's clay soils and freeze-thaw winters. We handle the concrete work that makes an in-ground pool safe and long-lasting, coordinating the deck, base, and drainage so the finished backyard performs for years.

  • Authorized Iowa dealer for Kisol, Elegance by Kisol, and Exclusive Pools — three factory-built shell lines
  • Every shell carries a 15-year structural warranty (manufacturer's, travels with the product)
  • Dig to swim in 4-8 weeks on most installs
  • Excavation dug dead-level to manufacturer spec, with backfill placed in controlled lifts and compacted to proctor standards so it won't settle, crack the deck, or heave in Iowa's expansive till
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Concrete parking lot with control joints for Dallas County, Iowa homes

Concrete Parking Lots in Dallas County

Commercial properties across Dallas County's growing communities need parking lots built to carry traffic loads and shed water in Iowa's harsh climate. We pour and finish concrete lots with engineered bases, proper slope, and durable jointing that resist rutting and cracking, serving businesses from Adel out to the smaller towns.

  • Heavy-duty 4,000-5,000+ PSI specifications
  • Proper subgrade preparation over glacial till
  • Air entrainment for Iowa freeze-thaw
  • Drainage engineered for Iowa precipitation and frost
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Sealed warehouse concrete floor for Dallas County, Iowa homes

Warehouse & Industrial Floors in Dallas County

As Dallas County's economy expands beyond agriculture into commercial and light-industrial use, warehouse and industrial floors must bear heavy loads and constant equipment traffic. We pour level, high-strength concrete floors with the flatness and durability these facilities demand, finished to resist abrasion and stand up to years of hard service.

  • 6-12" thickness at 4,000-5,000+ PSI
  • Proper joint spacing for forklift and heavy traffic
  • Subgrade preparation for glacial till
  • Built for Iowa frost and freeze-thaw
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Concrete ADA ramp with handrail for Dallas County, Iowa homes

ADA Ramps & Compliance in Dallas County

ADA-compliant concrete ramps make homes and businesses across Dallas County accessible to everyone while meeting code requirements for slope, width, and surface. We build ramps with the correct grade, landings, and slip-resistant finish, integrating them cleanly into existing walkways and entries in Adel and the surrounding communities.

  • Precise 1:12 slope and code-compliant landings
  • Air-entrained, reinforced concrete that holds compliance through Iowa freeze-thaw and soil movement
  • Deep footings below the 42-inch frost line
  • Meets federal ADA requirements plus local code
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Dallas County Resources

Dallas County Homeowner & Property Resources

Official Dallas County offices for permits, assessments, and property records:

County Government Site County Assessor Planning & Development GeoDallas Interactive Map

Foundation & Concrete Questions for Dallas County Homeowners

Our Locations

We're always close enough to help — our crews are local to your area.

JLB Basement Waterproofing & Foundation Repair — Des Moines

97 Indiana Ave Suite #1
Des Moines, IA, 50314
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JLB Basement Waterproofing & Foundation Repair — Van Meter

325 Grand St
Van Meter, IA, 50261
(515) 642-3406 View on Google Maps

JLB Basement Waterproofing & Foundation Repair — Boone

2041 Knezevich Rd
Boone, IA, 50036
(515) 444-9234 View on Google Maps

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