Job Stories

A common sign of supports failing in the crawl space are the floors in the living space beginning to sag, and that's exactly what this homeowner in Van Buren, MI was experiencing. The uneven floors had begun to sink away from the walls and were leaving cracks in the floors. This caused the homeowner a level of distress which led them to do some research into crawl space repair services nearby. With the intention to remodel the interior of the house with new windows, sliding doors and a brand new kitchen, this homeowner contacted HomeSpec BasementFix to level out their home. One of our Project Managers, Jesse, who has experience in crawl space repairs, was called out to Van Buren to consult this homeowner on their concerns while providing a free inspection that yielded detailed feedback of the results. Jesse explained that the integrity of the floors depends heavily on the supports that are located beneath the home, and when these are compromised; due to wood rot, mold, or pest damage, it can cause the floors in the living space to become uncomfortable to walk on. During the inspection, Jesse noted how some of the doors in the home would not open and close properly, which led them to believe this was a failing support issue. When our Project Manager recommended the SmartJack Support System to raise the floors back to level, the homeowner was pleased to have found a solution that fit their needs.The SmartJack Support System is a specifically engineered set of support jacks that rest on a base of concrete fill to prevent it from sinking. The zinc plated steel beams prevent the jacks from corrosion and even mold or pest damage. The SmartJack is capable of supporting loads of up to 60,000 lbs. which worked well for this homeowner because it was a permanent solution to their sagging floors. Add to that, the year-round adjustable nature of the support jacks and this homeowner was more than happy to have their problem solved by our crew.With the crawl space repair successfully completed and the homeowner more than happy with the work done, they were finally able to begin the remodeling process and recommend HomeSpec BasementFix to neighbors and friends in need of repair services. 

A family in Van Buren, MI was beginning to notice water pooling in their basement. They were concerned about potential damage to their property and wanted to install a new sump pump to drain the water away. They made sure to contact HomeSpec BasementFix which specializes in sump pump installations and set up an inspection. When our Project Manager arrived at the property and inspected the basement, he first made sure to check the current sump pump and look for any signs of water damage. Upon further inspection, the Project Manager noticed that the current sump pump was allowing water to leak into the basement, causing damage to the walls and items in the basement. This led our Project Manager to propose a solution that involved the installation of the SuperSump Plus. This sump pump has several benefits and capabilities that make it an ideal solution for this homeowner's problem.  The SuperSump Plus is designed to handle high volumes of water and has a powerful horsepower pump that can pump up to 2,200 gallons of water per hour. In addition to its high pumping capacity, the SuperSump Plus also includes a battery backup system. This ensures that even in the event of a power outage, the sump pump will continue to function and prevent any water damage to the homeowners property. When our crew arrived on schedule, they began by removing the old sump pump and excavating the sump pit to accommodate the new sump pump. Then, they installed the SuperSump Plus, ensuring that all connections were secure and the system was working properly. Our crew also tested the battery backup system to ensure it was functioning as expected. After completing the installation, our crew made sure they cleaned up the work area and provided the homeowner with instructions on how to maintain and operate the new sump pump system. The homeowner was pleased with the work and relieved to know that their basement was now protected from potential water damage.

A family in Van Buren Township, MI had been experiencing a persistent water intrusion problem in their home for some years. More concerningly, they had taken notice of a large vertical crack in the north wall of their basement. Coupled with their fear of mold growth, the structural integrity of their home was also being called into question. After having the leak persist for a few months and the water damage causing them to move their belongings to higher ground, they attempted to do some DIY work and solve the problem themselves. This involved grabbing some Flex Seal and lathering it over the crack in an attempt to seal off the leak. This worked for another month until the crack in the wall got bigger and started to leak from another area. Frustrated that they had run into the same issue they started with, they decided it was time to call in a professional for help. Once they had done enough research into basement waterproofing companies nearby, they found us and reached out for a consultation.    When our Project Manager arrived at the home to perform the free inspection, the first thing he noticed was how the homeowner had attempted to, but unsuccessfully, seal the crack. Explaining that the fissure was too large and deep for the Flex Seal to be effective was just the beginning of his assessment. After taking some notes and going over every inch of the crack, he came up with a game plan to solve this homeowner's persistent water issue. In the custom solution he designed, he recommended they have the crack filled with High Power Urethane Crack Injection and the foundation wall reinforced with the Carbon Fiber Power Grid.   On the day of installation, our crew arrived at the property and set up for the sealing and reinforcing of the foundation wall. The first step was to prep the wall for the Carbon Fiber Power Grid, they did this by applying the High Power Urethane Crack Injection into the crack, sealing it completely. While they waited for it to dry, a special epoxy adhesive was added to either side of the crack and then the carbon fiber straps were placed across in order to bind it together completely.    After our crew had successfully stopped the leak, the homeowner was more than happy to recommend us to their friends and neighbors in need of basement waterproofing.

A homeowner contacted us because multiple walls in his basement were leaking.  Our team installed an interior drainage system in the basement. We also encapsulated a crawl space at the home.

These homeowners contacted us because they were looking to sell their home, but the basement walls had several large cracks (as shown in the photo).  HomeSpec sealed the cracks with our durable polyurethane injection, and also installed a strap system that stabilized the wall. This is a quick and easy solution to reinforce your wall and won't get in the way of future remodeling. 

This homeowner has an old home with no sump pump and contacted HomeSpec after her finished basement was continuously leaking. Our crew installed an interior drainage system and connected it to a new sump pump to prevent more leaks, then installed a dehumidifier to ensure the moisture in the basement will be kept under control in the future.   

These homeowners contacted HomeSpec because they had cracks and rod holes in their foundation that were severely leaking (shown in the photo).  Our crew repaired the cracks with our polyurethane sealant and then repaired the rod holes to prevent more water issues in the future. 

This homeowner contacted HomeSpec because their crawl space had cracks and rod holes leaking and needed it insulated. Our crew sealed the cracks and rod holes and reinforced them with power grids, and then insulated the crawl space with our SilverGlo insulation. This rigid foam stops air/water leaks, and can never be damaged by moisture. 

This homeowner in Saline, Michigan contacted HomeSpec after experiencing a flooded basement. The carpet and drywall in the finished basement was ruined by the water, so everything had to be torn up and removed. They wanted to install waterproof flooring and wall products to make sure this didn't happen again. HomeSpec informed the homeowners of their options. In the end, they decided to waterproof the finished basement with an interior drainage system and a sump pump before anything else. Then they wanted our ThermalDry Elite Plank Flooring installed. This is a faux-wood flooring that is made of inorganic materials as to not be damaged by water or mold.  Now the homeowners don't have to worry about another basement flood, or having to rip up the flooring and start again because of damage. 

In Saline, Mi this homeowner had noticed flaking at the base of the block foundation walls for about ten years. It wasn't until her weeping tiles towards the front of the house as well as the sump pump both failed, that she realized she needed help. Help came in the form of HomeSpec's Mark Buhr.   Mark sat down with the homeowner and their partner to discuss all the signs and details they've noticed over their years living in this home. He talked them through every step of his inspection process to determine the best fit solution for their specific situation. A closer inspection revealed that most of the damage in turn was most likely caused by water leaking through the area where the walls and basement floor met via hydrostatic pressure. That is, that water was accumulating in the soil near the house, and being pushed down the heavier it got, until it found crevices to push through in the house. Short version, this house needed basement waterproofing around the perimeter of their walls.    The WaterGuard drainage system would be the perfect fit solution for this problem. WaterGuard is a customizable piping system engineered specifically to solve basement water problems without worry of clogging. WaterGuard has a special wall flange that creates space between the floor and wall, allowing wall seepage to drain away seamlessly to the designated basin, where the crew would install the TripleSafe sump pump. As the name suggests, this system uses 3 pumps, a powerful primary 1/3 hp pump to handle traditional needs, a secondary 1/2 pump to help offset extreme cases of rising water levels as well as to serve as a backup should the first fail, and the third pump as a battery powered backup system in case of a power outage or other emergency that could hinder the first two while being capable of discharging up to 11,500 gallons of water on a single charge. A proven and long-lasting solution for basement water problems.   The family had let this problem go unchecked for a long time, with things only worsening each year. Now they had a waterproofed basement and new sump pump that would last them the foreseeable future without worry.