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Meet The Team

Matthew Kraus

Connecticut Basement Systems

Title: Sales Consultant
Hometown: Madison
Matthew Kraus from Connecticut Basement Systems

Matt has been in the construction industry his whole life. Growing up, his mother was an architect, his father was a general contractor and has hands on experience in all phases of residential home construction. Matt has a degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Northwestern University. Prior to joining Connecticut Basement Systems, he worked as a field engineer on large-scale tunnel and water treatment projects.

Matt is a senior design specialist and has personally inspected and designed repairs for over 6,000 homes for the CT Basement Systems Company which includes Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, Basement Finishing and Home Energy Efficiency. He has also been thoroughly trained and has earned the highly esteemed title of "Certified Waterproofing Professional" through the Basement Systems International Waterproofing Contractor Network. He is a trusted member of Connecticut Basement Systems and upholds the high standards of the company. 

Connecticut Basement Systems is the exclusive regional dealer and the headquarters for the International Basement Systems Waterproofing Contractor Network. This group of more than 400 of the best waterproofing, finishing, structural and crawl space repair contractors in the world has exclusive access to patented products, comprehensive training and support through the international company. 

A home is the centerpiece and essential anchor to a happy and healthy family life.  Matt brings his years of experience to helping homeowners achieve their basement and foundation goals.

Recently Matt designed and built his new home to be Net Zero and sustainable using the latest construction techniques many of which are utilized by CT Basement Systems.

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Cisco and crew did an amazing job at my mother's house. Basement is bone dry. They were clean, efficient and respectful.
By Maddy Criscuolo
Thursday, Feb 19th, 2026
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Al did an excellent job! The work came out better than I could have expected. Al and his team were at the property on time and they completed the work in the exact time he told me it would take. I’m very satisfied with the whole experience from my initial visit with Dean to the completion of the project with Al. Thank you Ct Basement Systems!
By Lesleyrae Martinez
Thursday, Feb 19th, 2026
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I am a very satisfied customer. The whole team made the experience simple and smooth. The salesperson (Doug Wheeler)clearly explained my options, the scheduler (Lucia) was very nice and accommodating, and the installer (Mario Hernandez) was extremely professional and skilled. Thank you all!
By Sal Sbriglio
Wednesday, Feb 18th, 2026
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Just recently renovated my basement and could not be happier with the results. Dan Medina the project manager was the man and in constant communication in regards to making sure install went smooth. He made it feel like our home was the most important project they were working on. Edwin, Wilson and Jonathan the carpenters were so efficient and professional you barely knew they were even there. The rate at which they completed the job puts my work ethic to shame. Lastly Roberto DeMacedo the painter did a great job as well putting the final details on the basement makeover. Overall I couldn’t be happier with the crew they provided and the job that was done.
By Jeremy Koretz
Wednesday, Feb 18th, 2026
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Ask for Clive and Moses they are amazing!
By Michael Kusz
Tuesday, Feb 17th, 2026
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Jony and his team did a great job. Quick and professional with no problems.
By Joshua Windhausen
Tuesday, Feb 17th, 2026
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Al and his team sealed a large crawl space in our home. We are so pleased with the results! He was very professional and explained things clearly. Thank you!
By Katherine Gambir
Tuesday, Feb 17th, 2026
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Mario did a great job. There was some confusion as to the nature of the work discussed with the original salesman but Mario made it right and went above and beyond to make the repair.
By Shehzad Hasan
Tuesday, Feb 17th, 2026
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Testimonials from customers I've helped!

A+! The experience with the call center, salesperson, and install crew was fantastic! Matt was at my house... Read Full Testimonial
Lori C.
Manchester, CT
All the guys we dealt with from start to finish (Matt Kraus, Dan Medina, Blake and Chris and Thomas Connolly-... Read Full Testimonial
Dan L.
East Lyme, CT
I am a current customer. I had to tell you that you replaced my existing sump pump with the battery back up... Read Full Testimonial
Corey L.
Bozrah, CT
We write to commend your workers. The stabilization of our home required 15 piers, only 4 of which were... Read Full Testimonial
Peter M.
Noank, CT
Please only send Matt back! Read Full Testimonial
Tina F.
Mashantucket, CT

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Connecticut Basement Systems
33 Progress Avenue
Seymour, CT 06483
1-203-405-4120
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