
If water is leaking through small, round openings in your basement wall, you may have a leaking rod hole. Rod Hole Pros specializes in rod hole repair throughout Southeast Michigan.
We repair leaking rod holes at the source, helping stop basement water intrusion with targeted repairs.

Rod holes, also called tie rod holes or form-tie holes, are small openings left in poured concrete foundation walls during construction. These openings were used to hold concrete forms together while the foundation was poured. Over time, the original seal can deteriorate, allowing groundwater to enter the basement.


Every rod hole repair starts by identifying the source of the water intrusion and preparing the damaged area for a proper seal. Our process includes:
✅ Stops active leaks
✅ Prevents future water intrusion
✅ Works on poured concrete foundations

Rod hole repair is often significantly less expensive than installing a complete basement waterproofing system because the repair targets the specific points where water is entering. The total cost depends on the number of leaking rod holes, the condition of the concrete, and how accessible the affected areas are.
Costs depend on:
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Don’t let a small leak turn into a big problem.
Call Rod Hole Pros today for fast, reliable rod hole repair in Southeast Michigan.
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Rod Hole Pros provides rod hole repair for homeowners throughout Southeast Michigan. We service communities across Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties, including Sterling Heights, Warren, Troy, Macomb, Farmington Hills, Livonia, Canton, Northville and surrounding areas.
If you're seeing water coming through a small round opening in your basement wall, contact Rod Hole Pros for an inspection and estimate.
Please reach us at Service@rodholepros.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
A rod hole is a small opening left in poured concrete walls from the metal ties used during construction. These holes are typically sealed, but over time they can weaken and allow water to leak into your basement.
Water entering through a small round hole is usually caused by a failing rod hole seal. As hydrostatic pressure builds up in the soil outside your foundation, water finds the easiest entry point—often these old tie holes.
Yes—when done properly. Professional rod hole repair involves removing the weak material and sealing the hole with hydraulic cement and waterproofing compounds designed to withstand pressure and prevent future leaks.
Rod holes are typically:
Cracks, on the other hand, are usually:
If you’re unsure, a quick inspection can identify the source.
Rod hole repair is usually one of the more affordable basement leak fixes. The cost depends on:
Most homeowners find it much cheaper than full waterproofing systems.
Most rod hole repairs can be completed in just a few hours, depending on how many holes need to be sealed.
Yes. Even small leaks can lead to:
Fixing them early prevents bigger (and more expensive) problems.
We provide rod hole repair throughout Macomb, Wayne and Oakland County, including Sterling Heights, Warren, Troy, Farmington Hills, and Livonia.
Rod hole repair targets specific leak points, while full basement waterproofing systems address widespread water issues. If your problem is isolated, rod hole repair is often the most cost-effective solution.
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