Job Stories

Do you know the heartbreak of losing items that cannot be replaced? Or perhaps the dread of having water leaks in the basement?  If so, then you can relate to these homeowners. Their basement had a sump pump installed at the high point of the basement; unfortunately, water was still getting in through the middle. It eventually led to them facing a flooded basement and they had to throw away some of their things due to water damage. One of their solutions was to put their items on pallets to keep them off the wet floor. However, this did not stop the water from getting into the basement. They decided to reach out to HomeSpec Waterproofing and Foundation Repair to explore options.   One of HomeSpec’s project managers, Elon, went out to the home to provide a free inspection for the homeowners. He investigated the basement and surroundings of the house to get a full understanding of this particular home’s situation. He then proposed a plan to waterproof the basement. He suggested installing an interior drainage system using WaterGuard® French drains and connecting that system to a new, stronger sump pump. The sump pump would be connected to a new sump discharge and a SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier to ensure all collected moisture was properly dispersed away from the home. Finally, Elon suggested installing CleanSpace®, a mold-resistant vapor barrier, along the basement walls.   The homeowners agreed to move forward with all of these suggestions and ensure their home was thoroughly waterproofed. They did not want to have any worries for the remainder of their time living in this home. A foreman named Vernon led a team in the process of installing the interior drainage system, sump pump, external discharge line, dehumidifier, and vapor barrier. Another HomeSpec team member, Marshall, handled any plumbing duties associated with this project. The homeowners were happy with the final results!

A homeowner contacted us several months after purchasing the house because he wanted to encapsulate the crawl space. Our team encapsulated the crawl space, creating a healthier living space above.  While there was no water in the crawl space, he knew encapsulating a crawl space is a good idea. An encapsulated crawl space protects against water and moisture. It also helps keep pests out of the crawl space.

A homeowner needed work done in his basement because he was planning to sell the house. He originally contacted us because water was seeping into the basement. However, our inspector also found that there was foundation damage that needed to be addressed. The water was coming through a crack so the crack was sealed. We also installed straps to stabilize the foundation. The work was backed with a transferrable warranty so the new homeowner would have the guarantee of a safe home. 

A homeowner contacted us because his floors were sagging. He said that a different company previously jacked up the supports in his crawl space, but the work was done incorrectly, hence the sagging. Our crew replaced the supports with new beams made of steel to ensure the integrity of the structure. We also encapsulated the crawl space. This process included insulating the crawl space. Now the homeowner has a stable foundation and a crawl space that will not fall victim to water issues. 

A Clio, Mi resident was actually being fined by her homeowners association because the sinking concrete slabs in her driveway were “An unsightly deduction from the neighborhood property value, and a tripping hazard” as put by the letters she had received in the past.Our crew would inject the concrete slabs in question with powerful polyurethane foam injection through tiny holes drilled into the slab. The foam would quickly expand and cure to help raise the slab back to level with the others. The PolyLevel system is a lightweight formula that adds virtually no weight to supporting soils, while also being made to not wash out or dry out, the way mudjacking does.

A Clio, Mi resident found themselves in need of foundation support and repair, as their home continued to slightly slant to one side as it sank over time. It was noticeable to the point that when their kid would place down a ball, it would just start rolling in the same direction by itself every time. A friend in the neighborhood referred them to HomeSpec because of the excellent service they received for previous foundation repair work.Our crew helped realign and lift the home back to a level position by installing a helical pier system under the foundation along the sinking edge of the home. As a test to ensure level stability, they reenacted the ball example. The homeowner was relieved to see the ball stationary and having found themselves a reliably permanent solution Another pleasant surprise for the homeowner, was when their job was discounted from their friend's referral too!

This homeowner in Clio, Mi needed their garage stabilized. Built on a slightly slanting hill, there was clear evidence of wash-out. The foundation was left exposed and had begun tilting slightly. It quickly needed to be leveled and provided reliable support to ensure the situation wouldn’t grow out of hand or become a severe threat for property damage.Our crew lifted up the garage back to the desired level, with a series of spaced-out helical piers surrounding the sinking corner of the garage in question. A tried-and-true method to restore foundations; additional sections can be added to the pier until it reaches the necessary depth.

These homeowners contacted HomeSpec to repair their crawl space. It was always wet and muddy, and caused nasty smells to waft up to the home. In the winter, the floors above the crawl space were very cold.  A project manager conducted an inspection, and decided on the best way to waterproof and encapsulated the crawl space. He proposed a sump pump to control the water, a dehumidifier to control the humidity in the air, and a vapor barrier to seal out moisture from the walls and floor. This would solve the water problem, eliminate the smells, and prevent the cold floors.  The homeowners are very pleased to not have a wet or smelly crawl space anymore, and thanked HomeSpec for providing great communication and service from beginning to end! 

A homeowner contacted us because she wanted to sell her home but the crawl space had a water issue. According to the homeowner, the crawl space leaked water in the spring because there were cracks in the walls. Our inspector found puddles of water in the crawl space. He proposed installing an interior drainage system around the perimeter of the crawl space. Doing so would prevent water from getting into the crawl space in the future. 

A homeowner contacted us because his basement walls were leaking. He said a friend had attempted to waterproof a wall of his basement from the outside previously. While this wall wasn't the one with the water issue, he decided to have a professional help him this time. Our crew installed an interior drainage system. This system will ensure that the basement stays dry, even if water were to leak inside