Job Stories

A common sign of supports failing in the crawl space are the floors in the living space beginning to sag, and that's exactly what this homeowner in Van Buren, MI was experiencing. The uneven floors had begun to sink away from the walls and were leaving cracks in the floors. This caused the homeowner a level of distress which led them to do some research into crawl space repair services nearby. With the intention to remodel the interior of the house with new windows, sliding doors and a brand new kitchen, this homeowner contacted HomeSpec BasementFix to level out their home. One of our Project Managers, Jesse, who has experience in crawl space repairs, was called out to Van Buren to consult this homeowner on their concerns while providing a free inspection that yielded detailed feedback of the results. Jesse explained that the integrity of the floors depends heavily on the supports that are located beneath the home, and when these are compromised; due to wood rot, mold, or pest damage, it can cause the floors in the living space to become uncomfortable to walk on. During the inspection, Jesse noted how some of the doors in the home would not open and close properly, which led them to believe this was a failing support issue. When our Project Manager recommended the SmartJack Support System to raise the floors back to level, the homeowner was pleased to have found a solution that fit their needs.The SmartJack Support System is a specifically engineered set of support jacks that rest on a base of concrete fill to prevent it from sinking. The zinc plated steel beams prevent the jacks from corrosion and even mold or pest damage. The SmartJack is capable of supporting loads of up to 60,000 lbs. which worked well for this homeowner because it was a permanent solution to their sagging floors. Add to that, the year-round adjustable nature of the support jacks and this homeowner was more than happy to have their problem solved by our crew.With the crawl space repair successfully completed and the homeowner more than happy with the work done, they were finally able to begin the remodeling process and recommend HomeSpec BasementFix to neighbors and friends in need of repair services. 

A family in Van Buren, MI was beginning to notice water pooling in their basement. They were concerned about potential damage to their property and wanted to install a new sump pump to drain the water away. They made sure to contact HomeSpec BasementFix which specializes in sump pump installations and set up an inspection. When our Project Manager arrived at the property and inspected the basement, he first made sure to check the current sump pump and look for any signs of water damage. Upon further inspection, the Project Manager noticed that the current sump pump was allowing water to leak into the basement, causing damage to the walls and items in the basement. This led our Project Manager to propose a solution that involved the installation of the SuperSump Plus. This sump pump has several benefits and capabilities that make it an ideal solution for this homeowner's problem.  The SuperSump Plus is designed to handle high volumes of water and has a powerful horsepower pump that can pump up to 2,200 gallons of water per hour. In addition to its high pumping capacity, the SuperSump Plus also includes a battery backup system. This ensures that even in the event of a power outage, the sump pump will continue to function and prevent any water damage to the homeowners property. When our crew arrived on schedule, they began by removing the old sump pump and excavating the sump pit to accommodate the new sump pump. Then, they installed the SuperSump Plus, ensuring that all connections were secure and the system was working properly. Our crew also tested the battery backup system to ensure it was functioning as expected. After completing the installation, our crew made sure they cleaned up the work area and provided the homeowner with instructions on how to maintain and operate the new sump pump system. The homeowner was pleased with the work and relieved to know that their basement was now protected from potential water damage.

A family in Van Buren Township, MI had been experiencing a persistent water intrusion problem in their home for some years. More concerningly, they had taken notice of a large vertical crack in the north wall of their basement. Coupled with their fear of mold growth, the structural integrity of their home was also being called into question. After having the leak persist for a few months and the water damage causing them to move their belongings to higher ground, they attempted to do some DIY work and solve the problem themselves. This involved grabbing some Flex Seal and lathering it over the crack in an attempt to seal off the leak. This worked for another month until the crack in the wall got bigger and started to leak from another area. Frustrated that they had run into the same issue they started with, they decided it was time to call in a professional for help. Once they had done enough research into basement waterproofing companies nearby, they found us and reached out for a consultation.    When our Project Manager arrived at the home to perform the free inspection, the first thing he noticed was how the homeowner had attempted to, but unsuccessfully, seal the crack. Explaining that the fissure was too large and deep for the Flex Seal to be effective was just the beginning of his assessment. After taking some notes and going over every inch of the crack, he came up with a game plan to solve this homeowner's persistent water issue. In the custom solution he designed, he recommended they have the crack filled with High Power Urethane Crack Injection and the foundation wall reinforced with the Carbon Fiber Power Grid.   On the day of installation, our crew arrived at the property and set up for the sealing and reinforcing of the foundation wall. The first step was to prep the wall for the Carbon Fiber Power Grid, they did this by applying the High Power Urethane Crack Injection into the crack, sealing it completely. While they waited for it to dry, a special epoxy adhesive was added to either side of the crack and then the carbon fiber straps were placed across in order to bind it together completely.    After our crew had successfully stopped the leak, the homeowner was more than happy to recommend us to their friends and neighbors in need of basement waterproofing.

These homeowners contacted HomeSpec to waterproof their constantly leaking basement.  Water was seeping in at the joint where the floor and the wall meet. To solve this problem, we proposed installing a perimeter drainage system below the floor. This would collect the water and prevent it from leaking into the basement. This was connected to a powerful sump pump to dispose of the water and funnel it far away from the home.  The homeowners are very pleased with their dry, healthy basement. No more leaks! 

This Canton, Michigan homeowner contacted HomeSpec because an inch of water recently flooded into his basement. He normally experienced small water seepages in the spring and summertime after storms, but this was the first flood. Because of the moist basement, the homeowner also complained about a damp smell that comes from downstairs every year.  To solve this problem, HomeSpec installed a full waterproofing system. This includes an Interior Drainage System, Sump Pump, Vapor Barrier and Dehumidifier. These work together to capture water and funnel it away from the home before it floods or leaks. The dehumidifier maintains a healthy relative humidity and constantly conditions the air.  The homeowner was so happy to finally have a healthy basement. He mentioned that he noticed an immediate difference in the humidity and smell of the home after the installation was complete. After the recent heavy rains, the system kept the basement completely dry!

  A family in Canton, Michigan had experienced issues over the years with a few different sump pumps. The pumps would burn out, stop working, or wouldn’t be functional in a power outage leading to their basement flooding with water. The family reported that at least once a year they would have to use a shop vac and a series of fans to dry their basement for over a week. Increasingly frustrated, and confused by this regular problem, the family reached out for expert help from HomeSpec.    HomeSpec’s Bobby Whitus sat down with the family to hear their retelling of events before conducting a thorough investigation of his own. It seemed that the first sump pump used was simply aged out and became faulty over time; another one had fried during a power outage, and a third failed to activate during a power outage letting the water level of the drainage well overflow. A series of unfortunate events had plagued this family and exhausted them.Bobby presented an ideal solution for the family when he recommended the TripleSafe Sump Pump System. As the name suggests, this system uses 3 pumps, a powerful primary 1/3 hp pump to handle traditional needs, a secondary 1/2 pump to help offset extreme cases of rising water levels as well as to serve as a backup should the first fail, and the third pump as a battery powered backup system in case of a power outage or other emergency that could hinder the first two while being capable of discharging up to 11,500 gallons of water on a single charge. A proven and long-lasting solution for basement water problems.   Even the most efficiently waterproofed basements can still feel damp at times, so a final touch for the sake of comfortability and assurance was needed. That last touch being a proper dehumidifier. Using the SaniDry Sedona basement dehumidifier, a size efficient solution (so much so that it can also be used as a crawlspace dehumidifier if the situation called) that costs less than other basement dehumidifiers and being capable of automatic drainage and humidity sensing, allows for a low maintenance, long lasting way to make the once incredibly damaged basement, comfortable again. The family finally felt confident that they had a series of solutions in place with TripleSafe. Whether the problem be large storms, power outages, or otherwise, they could finally breathe easier with a comfortable, waterproofed basement.    

A homeowner in Canton, MI was renovating their house for their daughter because she had plans to move back in. However, they had been struggling with a persistent issue in the basement for some time and it was beginning to affect their renovations. Every time it rained, water would seep through the cracks in the walls and floor, making the air damp and musty. This not only created an unpleasant environment but also caused health issues for the family, including allergies and respiratory problems. At first, they tried various DIY solutions to seal off the cracks but none of them seemed to work effectively. The musty odors still lingered and the air felt damp. After a few months of dealing with this issue, they realized professional help was needed to address the issue once and for all. After doing some research, they came across our website and decided to give us a call.  When one of our Project Managers arrived at the home, they could immediately smell the odor coming from the basement. Upon further inspection he determined it was a drainage issue that was causing the water to pool and fester. After consulting with the homeowner,  he recommended that they install the WaterGuard Drainage System in their basement to help keep the water flowing. The WaterGuard system is a French drain system that collects water from the walls and floor and directs it to a sump pump, which then pumps it out of the house. After explaining the benefits of the drainage system, this homeowner decided to proceed with the project. On the scheduled day, our crew arrived and began the process by digging out a trench around the perimeter of the basement in order to place the french drain system on the foundation footing. This placement allows the drain to sit above the “mud zone”, an area where traditional drains tend to clog. After the WaterGuard is installed, and the gravel is placed on top to help the water flow easier, it is connected to the sump pump system where it allows the water to be drained away from the home.  Once our crew had cleared up the debris from the work area and left, the homeowner immediately noticed a change in the air quality. It no longer had a powerful odor and they could feel the difference. With their peace of mind restored, they could finally finish the renovations knowing their basement was protected.

The homeowner noticed that a crack was leaking in his basement. He contacted HomeSpec to fix the crack, which was incorrectly repaired by another company. Our team injected the crack with polyurethane and installed carbon fiber power grids to prevent water from leaking inside the home. The repair comes with a lifetime transferable warranty to ensure the homeowner and future homeowners never have to worry about water coming through the crack again.

This homeowner contacted HomeSpec because they needed their patio and garage step to be leveled.  Our crew injected our expanding PolyLevel foam under the concrete to raise it and level it, and then repaired any cracks by injecting them with our long-lasting silicone-based sealant.  

These homeowners contacted HomeSpec after discovering that water was seeping into their basement in several spots where the floor and wall meet.  To solve this problem, our crew installed an interior drainage system which collects the water and funnels in away from the foundation—so no more leaking or flooding.