Job Stories

Having the floors leveled in your home can bring a variety of benefits, both practical and aesthetic. One of the most obvious benefits is that it can improve the overall safety and functionality of your home. So when this homeowner in Eastpointe, MI was experiencing uneven floors and tripping hazards, they looked for possible solutions that would make it less difficult to move furniture or appliances around. Additionally, they reached out to HomeSpec BasementFix to work on this project.  Uneven floors can cause gaps or cracks in the flooring, which can allow drafts to enter your home. This can lead to increased heating and cooling costs as your HVAC system works harder to maintain a consistent temperature. By leveling the floors, you can help to seal these gaps and reduce drafts, which can help to lower your energy bills. When one of our experienced Project Managers explained this to the homeowner after providing a detailed inspection, they recommended the SmartJack Support System to take care of this homeowner's uneven floors.  The SmartJack Support System is a solution that can be used to level this homeowners floors and provide quality of life improvements. The system is designed to support and level sagging or settling floors, which can cause unevenness and structural issues. The SmartJack is installed in crawl spaces and uses adjustable steel support jacks capable of lifting over 60000 lbs. to lift and level the floors. This process can help to improve the overall safety and functionality of the home by eliminating tripping hazards, making it easier to move around while ensuring that doors open and close properly. Additionally, the SmartJack Support System can help to improve the energy efficiency of the home by sealing gaps and cracks caused by uneven floors. Lastly, having our crew install the SmartJack Support System can increase the value of the home by making it more attractive to potential buyers, and reducing the need for costly repairs or renovations.

A homeowner in Eastpointe, MI had been in the same house for several years, and after noticing a large crack in their basement wall growing over the years, they were ready to address the problem head on. The water was causing several problems for the homeowner, including damage to their belongings and the potential for mold growth. After doing some research, they decided to reach out to us for their basement waterproofing needs. After discussing the issue with the homeowner and completing his inspection, our Project Manager recommended the installation of a WaterGuard Drainage System and the BrightWall wall restoration system. Both systems would work together to keep their basement dry and prevent any more water from leaking or pooling around their belongings. First, our crew excavated a small trench around the perimeter of the basement floor where the WaterGuard Drainage System was to be installed. Then they installed the WaterGuard Drainage System and connected it to the sump pump system. Next, they installed the BrightWall panels on the walls of the basement using mechanical fasteners which kept it stable and created a waterproof barrier. The installation process took a few days to complete, but the benefits for the homeowner were immediately noticeable. The WaterGuard Drainage System effectively collected the water that was seeping through the walls, preventing any further damage to their belongings. The sump pump system ensured that the collected water was pumped out of the basement, preventing any potential flooding, and The BrightWall panels prevented any moisture from seeping through the walls, improving the overall air quality of the basement.

A homeowner contacted us because water was seeping into his basement where the wall and floor meet. Our inspector found that the water was coming through all of the basement walls, so an interior drainage system would be the best solution to stop the problem. Our team installed the drainage system along the perimeter of the basement. A dehumidifier was also put in the basement to control humidity levels. 

A homeowner contacted us for help after another company's attempt at waterproofing her basement failed. The company had installed an interior drainage system along two walls. The homeowner said the company who did the original work wasn't responsive when she started having issues with water again so she called us. We removed the drainage system that was not properly working and installed a drainage system along the entire perimeter of the basement to alleviate the water issues. Plus, our work is backed by a warranty, so if there were future issues with our system, the homeowner could rest assured that it would be promptly fixed by us. 

A homeowner contacted us because he was concerned about a vertical crack in his basement wall. Our crew injected the crack. This repair will keep the crack from leaking in the future. It will also prevent the crack from getting larger and damaging the foundation of the home. While cracks in basement walls aren't always an imminent threat, it is important to get them checked by a trained inspector to determine if they need to be professionally repaired. 

A Fraser, Mi homeowner was left incredibly concerned when she noticed cracks in her walls. Her main fear came from the understanding of her crawl space, and a growing concern that the foundations integrity may be compromised.                                                                         She was in good hands with our representative, Ben. He was thorough and explained very step of the inspection process, as well as what he was looking for as possible causes as related to basement cracks, basement foundation damage, structural integrity, and factors concerning her crawl space. Thankfully, there was no water in the crawl space currently. After a thorough free inspection/estimate, Ben was able to put her worries to rest, and confirm there was no current threat to her foundation’s integrity like she feared but did recommend that it would be better to handle crack issues sooner rather than later. The homeowner felt secured and valued to the point she remarked        “Outstanding customer service! We were very impressed by Ben's attention to detail. The way he explained everything to help us understand was so appreciated!! Ben, you made us feel like we were you're most important clients. We will definitely recommend your company and will not hesitate to contact your company in the future. Thank you for such a great experience.”

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.