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A homeowner in Livonia, MI had been experiencing water seeping in where the floor and wall met, causing them great concern. To exacerbate matters, their daughter had discovered a small crack on the basement floor and expressed worries about the potential growth of black mold. Determined to address these problems promptly, the homeowner sought our assistance. Upon receiving a call from the homeowner, our Project Manager made arrangements to visit the property. His primary goal was to diagnose the root cause of the water infiltration issue and provide a lasting solution. After assessing the homeowners basement, he determined the source of the water infiltration was hydrostatic pressure. This pressure had been forcing the water into the basement through the vulnerable joint between the floor and the wall. Realizing the urgency of the situation and the homeowner's concern about mold growth, he devised a comprehensive solution to tackle their problem once and for all. He recommended they have the WaterGuard Drainage System installed as well as the TripleSafe Sump Pump for added protection. When our crew arrived and began the work, they carefully excavated a shallow trench along the perimeter of the basement's interior walls, then they placed the specially engineered WaterGuard drainage channel into the trench, securely attaching it to the foundation walls. Our crew made sure the WaterGuard system was sloped towards a designated collection point, where they would later install a sump pump to discharge the captured water. To address the homeowners concerns about mold, they installed the TripleSafe Sump Pump, a powerful pumping system capable of handling high volumes of water. The TripleSafe Sump Pump consists of three separate pumps, each with a unique function. The primary pump discharges the water collected by the WaterGuard system, while the secondary pump acts as a reliable backup in case of power outages or primary pump failure. Additionally, the third pump is equipped with a battery backup system, guaranteeing continuous operation even during power outages. With both systems successfully installed, the homeowner was relieved to learn they no longer had to worry about black mold growth or water damage affecting their health or the home.

This homeowner in Farmington Hills, Michigan reached out to HomeSpec because water would leak into their basement through the joint where the walls meet the floor every single time it rained. They were sick of the damp, musty smells and needed to run a dehumidifier constantly to keep it somewhat dry.  HomeSpec was able to solve all of their issues with a simple waterproofing system – a Perimeter Drainage System with a TripleSafe Sump Pump. This system keeps the basement dry but capturing water and not letting it seep into the basement. The water is then pumped up and away from the foundation. We also installed a high-efficiency SaniDry Dehumidifier for the homeowner to save costs and energy compared to the old one. This maintains a healthy relative humidity of 55% in the basement while constantly conditioning the air.  Now the basement is dry and protected even after heavy rains and flooding in the area. 

A homeowner in Farmington Hills, MI noticed water was seeping into their basement. Initially, it was just a small trickle, but over time, it had become a significant problem. The water was now flowing across the entire basement, causing damage to the interior walls near the bar and bathroom. Additionally, the water had damaged the entire finished wall product on one of the walls. Wanting to address the issue before it got any worse, they reached out to us for a solution. After sending one of our Project Managers to assess the situation and provide a free inspection, he suggested installing three different systems: the UltraSump, CleanSpace Wall, and EverLast Wall Panels. First, our crew would install the UltraSump. They began by excavating a small section of the basement floor where the UltraSump would be installed. Then they connected it to a discharge line that would carry the water outside and away from the house. The next step was for our crew to install the CleanSpace Wall system. This is a thick, durable plastic sheeting that is designed to completely cover basement walls, preventing water vapor and humidity from seeping through. They made sure to cut the material to fit around obstacles such as electrical outlets, pipes, and corners to prevent any disruptions when installing the EverLast Wall Panels. Finally, our crew installed the EverLast Wall Panels. They placed a metal track around the perimeter of the basement, then cut the panels to fit and attached them to the track ensuring not to damage any of the existing modifications made by the homeowner. The wall panels are a finishing system that is designed specifically for basement environments. They are made of inorganic materials that will not rot, decay or support mold growth, and can withstand moisture, mildew, and humidity. The UltraSump would keep the basement dry, while the CleanSpace Wall and EverLast Wall Panels would prevent any further water damage. The homeowner was happy to have their needs met with our systems and very pleased with the results of the project.

This homeowner contacted HomeSpec about repairing several cracks and rod holes in his basement's walls.  Our crew repaired the cracks by injecting them with our innovative polyurethane sealant, providing a complete waterproof seal.  

These homeowners contacted HomeSpec about their basement leaking in several spots.  Our crew installed an interior drainage system to collect the water, and installed a sump pump to drain the water and funnel it away from the foundation. 

These homeowners contacted HomeSpec because their 6-year-old sump pump system was already failing and the battery wasn't charging.  Our crew replaced the sump pump with a new one, and installed our battery backup to protect the basement from water issues. The backup will takeover in case of a power outage to ensure the system never stops pumping water out of the home.

This homeowner contacted HomeSpec because he had leaking rod holes in his basement. This is a common problem with poured concrete foundation walls. But luckily it is also a quick and easy fix!  Our crew repaired the rod holes and sealed them so water would no longer be able to leak out. 

A heavy rainfall hit Michigan last week, and many people suffered from flooded basements. It raised many concerns for people, including how to prevent this from happening again.  Bob M. from Farmington Hills, Michigan reached out to HomeSpec for this very reason. His finished basement flooded after the storm. His carpet was completely saturated, and needed to be torn up. He was determined to find the root of the problem and permanently waterproof the basement.  This is done by installing a WaterGuard Drainage System below the floor and around the perimeter of the basement. This waterproofs the space by collecting water from the walls, the floor/wall joint, and under the floor slab before it leaks into the basement. This water is then directed to the sump pump so it can be funneled away from the home.  Some people prefer their basement walls to be excavated and waterproofed from the outside, which also works in stopping water intrusion. 

A homeowner in Farmington Hills, MI was seeing a notable shift to one side of their house, causing the doors and windows to stick due to the uneven floors. This homeowner was worried about the structural integrity of their home and knew they needed to address the issue as soon as possible. After researching a few of the local crawl space repair companies nearby, They contacted HomeSpec BasementFix as the best candidate for this project. After one of our Project Managers provided a thorough inspection, he determined that the shift in this home was caused by settling in the crawl space. The soil beneath the house had shifted over time, causing the foundation to become unstable. To solve this homeowners problem, he recommended installing the SmartJack Support System. These support jacks can be adjusted year round to level the structure and provide ongoing support to the floors.  Firstly, our team had to carefully measure and mark the locations for the support jacks and dig holes for them to be installed. We then inserted the steel support jacks into the base of engineered fill and adjusted them to level the structure and provide support to the floor joists and beams. After the installation was complete, this homeowner was amazed at the difference. The doors and windows no longer stuck and the floors were level. The SmartJack Support System had solved the problem and provided the ongoing stability and support they were looking for. The homeowner was thrilled with the results and felt relieved that the structural integrity of their home was restored. They knew that the SmartJack Support System was a reliable and efficient solution for providing structural support to the home, and they could rest easy knowing that this was a safe and stable solution for years to come.

Our team was contacted by a homeowner because his basement wall was cracked and bowing, and water was entering the house. We braced the walls to prevent further movement.