Job Stories

A couple bought their Trenton, MI home in 2022. The homeowners learned that the previous owner had covered the outside crawl space access when they added a new pavement driveway. This sparked the couple’s curiosity about installing a new crawl space access and getting an assessment of the crawl space after so much time had passed. They called HomeSpec Waterproofing and Foundation Repair for a free estimate. The senior project manager, Chris, went out to the home and explored the perimeter. He identified where the most beneficial location to install the new access would be based on the surroundings of the house. Chris shared with the homeowners that he believed the best place would be in the back of the house and recommended installing an EverLast™ crawl space door. This would create a seal so pests and critters could not enter the crawl space through the new access. Once the access was created and a door was installed, then a project manager would be able to go into the crawl space and inspect it properly. That project manager would then create a repair plan for the rest of the crawl space that aligned with the couple’s needs. This plan made sense to them; however, they needed time to make a decision.

Recently, we received a call from a homeowner in Trenton, MI who was experiencing water seepage in their basement. They had told us the water was a murky brown color and was seeping through the wall, running down and collecting at the bottom of the floor. The homeowner also informed us that there was no visible crack in the wall, which made it challenging to determine the source of the water leakage. Upon receiving this information, we sent one of our Project Managers to the homeowner's location to assess the situation and determine the most appropriate basement waterproofing solution. When he arrived, he inspected the basement and confirmed that the water was seeping through the wall, which was made of poured concrete. The homeowner further revealed that the area where the water was entering was unfinished, which made it even more susceptible to water damage. To address this, our Project Manager recommended installing the WaterGuard system, a state-of-the-art waterproofing solution that is designed to capture water seepage before it reaches the basement floor. In addition to the WaterGuard, he also recommended the installation of the SuperSump Plus sump pump system. The SuperSump Plus is a high-performance sump pump that is designed to keep basements dry and free from water damage.  The WaterGuard was first installed along the perimeter of the basement, beneath the floor, which collects any water that seeps through the wall or floor and drains it to a sump pump. Then the SuperSump sump pump was installed and connected to the drainage system to ensure no more water could enter through the walls.  The homeowner was delighted with our services and expressed their gratitude for our prompt and efficient response. They were also pleased to know that the basement was now protected from any water damage and could be finished whenever they were ready without any worries.

These homeowners had water constantly flowing into their basement - and they were sick of it. The walls and floors had ugly rust stains, and they were always worrying about their basement flooding during heavy rains. They finally decided to reach out for help, and called HomeSpec.  Our professionals suggested installing an interior drainage system and a new sump pump. The homeowners were very excited about the system and agreed to the proposal!  Now, instead and water seeping into the basement, the drainage system collects it and directs it to the sump pump, which then funnels the water away from the foundation. The homeowners also wanted the CleanSpace vapor barrier installed over the walls to seal them off from moisture and hide the unsightly stains. The basement looks brand new, and it's finally dry and healthy!

This homeowner contacted HomeSpec because water was seeping into her basement when it rained. After comparing it to a few estimates from different companies though, she chose us.  Our crew installed an interior drainage system to waterproof the basement and prevent leaking in the future.

This homeowner contacted HomeSpec becuase water was seeping into her basement where the floor and the wall meet, and one wall was bowing in. She has concrete block walls. Our crew installed an interior drainage system to waterproof the basement, and then installed beams to stabilize the walls and protect the foundation. 

A realtor contacted HomeSpec to repair the concrete driveway of a home that was being sold. The owner was 90-years-old and moving into an assisted living home. The buyers wanted the driveway fixed. Our crew repaired the cracks with our waterproof, UV-resistant sealant, and then leveled the driveway by injecting PolyLevel foam under it. The foam expands and lifts the slabs. 

A homeowner in Harper Woods, MI had a large vertical crack as well as many other problems in their basement. One night they were roused from their sleep by a very loud noise, which turned out to be a large amount of damage caused by sudden settlement. Scared and confused, they went to investigate the cause and found that their basement wall had split open and was about to fall in. Fearful of the structure collapsing, she rushed to search for the best foundation repair company and basement waterproofing company nearby. HomeSpec BasementFix was recommended on both levels, by a friend who recently had basement waterproofing done as the right choice for this job. A Project Manager with experience in foundation settlement was sent to the property to complete a detailed inspection of the sudden collapse of her basement wall. After calming down the homeowner and explaining that settlement usually occurs when one of the layers of soil originally dug out for the construction of the foundation can no longer support the weight above, it begins to sink. This is an example of how settlement, left unaddressed for long periods of time, can compound and cause heavier structural damage. The soils underneath the foundation are not as tightly packed as the untouched soil around it; after heavy rains, the water is absorbed into the soil, causing pressure against the foundation walls which will lead to cracks and bowing, and as soils shift they create a void that the foundation shifts into. After explaining the problem in more detail, the Project Manager recommended a way forward that involved a Helical Pier Support System to bring the foundation back to its original strength, and proper waterproofing solution with the WaterGuard Drainage System and SuperSump Sump Pump.The first step in this foundation repair was to install the Helical Pier Support System. The helical plates that are welded to the shaft of the pier are drilled deep enough to reach newer load bearing soils, shifting the weight of the structure to support the foundation. The piers are adjustable to provide additional length, but the quick and easy installation makes the Helical Pier Support System perfect for this homeowners foundation settlement repair. The next step was to install a reliable Sump Pump to drain the water away from the foundation. Our SuperSump Sump Pump System, capable of expelling up to 2,200 gallons of water per hour, helped solve the issue of water leaking from the cracks in the basement. Finally, installing the WaterGuard Drainage System to drain into the sump pump was the last step in this foundation repair process. WaterGuard is a french drain system designed to be installed on the concrete footing to keep the drain from clogging. WaterGuard is a minimally invasive procedure that works well for this foundation repair.With the foundation wall successfully repaired and the basement waterproofing system ready to be utilized, the homeowner was pleased with the work done by our crew and happy to receive a small referral discount for the repair. 

These homeowners contacted HomeSpec because after heavy rain, water was coming up through the basement floor. A plumber told them it was due to hydrostatic pressure so they came to us. Our crew solved this problem by installing an interior drainage system and connecting it to a sump pump. This is the best solution when water is coming up through the floor, or at the floor/wall joint. 

This homeowner contacted HomeSpec because she had a bowing block wall in her basement. This is very dangerous to the structural integrity of the home.  Our crew installed braces to the foundation walls to stabilize them and prevent further movement. 

This homeowner contacted HomeSpec to level her driveway and sidewalk because they were uneven--this can cause a serious tripping hazard. Our crew injected our expanding PolyLevel foam under the slabs, which raises and levels them. The material is safe for the environment too!