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HomeSpec regularly works with property management companies to ensure their homes remain dry and safe. One such company in Southfield, MI reached out for help with a leaky bi-level basement and full basement. It was clear that water had been streaking down the walls, leaving stains and cracked paint in its wake. HomeSpec sent a senior project manager named Keith to take a look at the home and derive a plan based on its condition.
During the free inspection, Keith took note of where the water was entering from. He noticed a plethora of rod holes throughout the foundation. Keith determined that the best solution would protect the home using a handful of waterproofing products. First, the rod holes should be repaired with high pressure urethane injections by a skilled technician, like Domonique. Next, an internal drainage system should be installed using WaterGuard® French drains. This system would connect to a sump pump that would then discharge any water away from the foundation.
Finally, the walls would be lined with CleanSpace® vapor barrier to direct water into the system. The completed project resulted in a drier, more aesthetically pleasing basement!
HomeSpec was contacted by a soon-to-be new homeowner who was concerned about foundation issues with the house he wanted to buy. Our team found that the basement walls were leaning inward, and water was getting into the basement.
I-beams were placed on the walls to stabilize them, and an interior drainage system was installed.
Our team cleaned and encapsulated a crawl sapce.
A homeowner was having an issue with water leaking into their basement.
Our team waterproofed the basement and installed an interior drainage system to prevent further water issues.
These Dearborn, MI homeowners had reached out to HomeSpec to waterproof their basement. Water had damaged wall coverings, baseboards, and carpet. This concerned the family not only about the damage but also about mold and air quality. Their goal was to turn the basement into a safe area for their children to enjoy. With the threat of active water intrusion solved, the homeowners began to wonder about next steps. They contacted HomeSpec once more with the intention of installing basement finishing products for the walls and floors.
David, the same project manager who helped this family waterproof their basement, came back to the home to discuss options available. He recommended installing Basement to Beautiful™ Panels to insulate the walls and ThermalDry® Elite Plank Flooring. This combination would keep the basement dry, warm, and make the space feel usable again. The homeowners agreed to this combination and were happy with the finished results! The crew that installed these products were led by Jon, a talented foreman.