HomeSpec Waterproofing and Foundation Repair Before & After Photos

A Sterling Heights, MI homeowner noticed multiple leaks throughout their unfinished basement. While there were no visible cracks, it was clear that water intrusion was still occurring. Their primary concern was the water getting into the basement near the electrical box. They did not want to risk things worsening, so they contacted HomeSpec Waterproofing and Foundation Repair.

Jeremiah, a project manager for HomeSpec, inspected the basement and devised solutions for the homeowner’s concerns. He discussed his ideas with the homeowner and together they finalized a plan. The homeowner agreed to install a new sump pump which would connect to an interior drainage system using WaterGuard® French drains. Additionally, CleanSpace® wall vapor barrier would be installed to protect the walls and the electrical box. A team led by Brandon completed these projects aside from the plumbing which was done by Rick. The homeowner approved of their work and was happy with the final results.

As concrete slabs on sidewalks and driveways shift and settle over time with soil, they can end up separating themselves introducing tripping hazards with gaps. The NexusPro Joint sealant effectively seals these joints, and provides a weatherproof UV-resistant seal that's more reliable than traditional caulking

Concrete is often poured over loose, weak or backfill soil during construction. Over time the soil can settle, shrink in dry condition or soften and wash away completely as water runs down joints and cracks. Here we can see a clear visual comparison at just how effective using a combination PolyLevel and NexusPro crack sealant is. PolyLevel is an expanding polyurethane foam that is injected beneath the concrete to fill the gaps caused by soil erosion and raise and stabilize the concrete surface. After using the PolyLevel system to address the immediate need, our crew would seal cracks and joints in the concrete slabs with NexusPro joint sealant to keep out water that could soften and was away the soil underneath to repeat the problem. Using these two in conjunction, provides a proper solution, that is long lasting and reliable.

A homeowner in Troy, MI reached out to HomeSpec Waterproofing and Foundation Repair after struggling with the effects of their crawl space and foundation. There was trouble closing doors and windows and cracks appeared in the drywall. A musty smell was also permeating the home. After reaching out for help, one of HomeSpec’s senior project managers, Zach, went to the home to conduct a free inspection. The homeowner accompanied Zach into the crawl space where they quickly became concerned. They were shocked to discover the main beam was tilted and only had two over-used wooden posts supporting it.

Zach took detailed notes of the condition and measurements so he could develop a repair plan with the homeowner. He proposed that HomeSpec install SmartJack® support posts along the main beam as well as an additional supplemental beam. After supporting the home, then the crew would be able to encapsulate the crawl space using a CleanSpace® vapor barrier to combat the musty smells from returning. The homeowner agreed to this repair plan and was happy when the project was completed.

Homeowners in Troy, MI saw that water was intruding in a corner where the wall meets the floor. They tried to dry the carpet out themselves, but, unfortunately, the damage had already been done in the Florida room and additional damages had occurred in the basement beneath it. The homeowners had plans to renovate so they could use the Florida room more often but knew they would have to fix the water problems first. So, they called HomeSpec Waterproofing and Foundation Repair. 

HomeSpec’s senior project manager, Erik, inspected the residence and recommended different repairs for different sections. For the Florida room, he suggested using ThermalDry® Elite Plank Flooring and interior and exterior waterproofing for the basement. The homeowners approved of this plan and chose the color gray for the waterproof flooring that was installed in both spaces. Due to the large scope of the project, multiple HomeSpec teams were scheduled to do the installations and were led by the foremen Vernon, Jim, and Jon. When the work was complete, the homeowners were happy to know their home was protected and usable again.