Expert Basement Waterproofing Contractor in Willis

A new homeowner in Willis, MI had big plans for their unfinished basement. They wanted to transform it into a cozy TV lounge where they could entertain guests or just relax with the family. Unfortunately, their plans were put on hold when they discovered leaks in the basement walls. At first, they tried to ignore the problem, hoping it would go away on its own, but the leaks only seemed to get worse. Soon they realized it was time for professional help. They searched for a reliable contractor online and came across our company's website, where they found out we specialize in waterproofing and basement renovation.

When our Project Manager visited the home to assess the situation and recommend the best solution, he found that the leaks were caused by hydrostatic pressure in the soil outside the basement, which was pushing water through the cracks in the walls. He immediately recommended a SuperSump Plus system, which is designed to collect water that enters the basement and pump it out of the house, preventing any further water damage.

When our crew began installing the SuperSump Plus system, which included a sump pump, a drainage system, and a battery backup in case of a power outage, they also sealed the cracks in the walls to prevent any further water infiltration. After the installation, they made sure to test the system to ensure it was working properly.

With the SuperSump Plus system in place, the homeowner was finally able to start their basement renovation project. They were grateful to finally begin renovations to turn the basement into the TV lounge they had been waiting for.

Water was leaking into this homeowners basement through old, rusted windows every time it rained. She attempted to seal the window with DIY hacks, but nothing worked. Another company tried to convince her that she needed a full waterproofing system, but it wasn't in her budget. Finally, she made the right decision and called HomeSpec. Although a full waterproofing system would completely prevent water issues, replacing the old windows were enough to solve the homeowners problem. 

Luckily, HomeSpec has EverLast™ basement windows perfect for replacing old, leaky windows. They looked much nicer than the older ones, and they prevented water from entering the basement. The homeowner was so happy to save money and have a dry basement!

This homeowner was experiencing water pooling around their foundation. He was afraid that the water would eventually make its way into his basement after seeping down into the soil. He contacted HomeSpec, and our inspector saw that their downspouts were spitting water out right at the foundation. On top of that, the ground was pitched toward the foundation. 

Our crew went out and installed The RainChute EZ® to all of the gutters and graded the ground to slope away from the foundation. After a heavy rainfall, the homeowner reported no water pooling around the foundation, and a dry basement! 

This past HomeSpec customer contacted us again because this time he wanted new flooring installed in his basement. The homeowner wanted to renovate his unfinished basement into an extra living space. While on our website, he saw that we also offer flooring and wall products.

He decided on the ThermalDry® Elite Plank Flooring (faux-wood flooring) and BrightWall® Basement Wall Panels (white rigid plastic sheeting). Since he already had an interior drainage system and sump pump installed, he wanted to know how our flooring and wall panels worked with those products.

We informed him that they both install easily over the waterproofing products, and they are both made of 100% inorganic materials - making them waterproof and mold-resistant. The wall panels specifically block water vapor from entering the basement, and direct the moisture down into the drainage system. Plus the bright white color provides a clean, fresh look in the basement. The flooring comes in four different colors, and this homeowner chose "dark walnut." 

The homeowner and his family were so happy with the finished results - they now have a waterproofed AND finished basement thanks to HomeSpec. With double the living space, they have added way more value to their home! 

This homeowner contacted HomeSpec about her basement leaking where the floor and the wall meet, especially when it rains. 

Our crew installed an interior drainage system to fix this problem, which redirects any water into the sump pump and prevents future water issues.