Job Stories

A homeowner needed a leaking crack and several leaking rod holes repaired at her new home. Our team fixed the leaks with polyurethane.  After those fixes, the homeowner again turned to our team for help when work that another company did at her home caused another crack. That crack was also injected with polyurethane to prevent it from leaking. 

A Plymouth, Mi homeowner was growing tired of tripping over their own driveway constantly. The driveway was sunken and uneven, sloping in on itself to the point that water would collect there and continue to worsen the problem over time. The need for a concrete leveling contractor or a driveway crack repair specialist led him to being to our project manager, Benjamin. Benjamin was able to inspect the situation firsthand, and noted to the homeowner that simply sealing cracks, wouldn't be enough; first, they would need to level the concrete back into alignment with the other slabs.                               Our crew would address this situation using the PolyLevel injection system. 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, a lightweight but powerful long-term solution, that's often found to be more effective than traditional mudjacking. Once the PolyLevel was cured, it was ready to be used within 15 minutes, allowing our crew to seal the cracks with the climate and UV-resistant NexusPro sealant along the concrete cracks and joints alike.                        An efficient and reliable solution that was all accomplished in a single afternoon, helped ensure a satisfied client.

In Plymouth, Mi, a long-time homeowner had a unique standing garage in his backyard. However, over the course of a few years he’d noticed the garage settling and sinking approximately 3 inches. There was a large slope right behind it, where water was washing out and eroding away. The foundation that the garage was built on was most likely a poorly constructed trench system that needed correction. The sinking of the garage unit had also caused cracks to appear on previously caulked sides of the structure as well. His family had a growing concern that if left unattended, the situation could get drastically worse as the sharp grade continued to slope and the structure continued to sink and crack. Foundation support and preventative measures were clearly needed.Project Manager Mark, met with the homeowner to monitor and inspect the situation, at the homeowners request for an experienced foundation repair specialist. Mark agreed that it would be in everyone’s best interest to take steps to prevent the situation from getting out of hand, and proposed using the helical pier support system to help restabilize the structure focused around the sinking corner. Explaining the process in detail to ensure the homeowner understands the reasoning behind each step.A helical pier owes its name to the helical plates welded to the pier shaft. These plates help to pull the pier into the soil during installation and provide anchoring strength as the weight of the foundation or structural element is transferred to the pier. (Work Not Yet Done)

A Family in Plymouth, MI was starting to notice wet spots in their basement carpet due to water seeping in and creating puddles. This was causing a musty smell and mold growth. With the family experiencing health issues due to the mold, they needed to take action to address the problem as soon as possible.The homeowners contacted HomeSpec BasementFix to schedule an appointment for the assessment.  Once our Project Manager arrived at the property and examined the basement thoroughly, including the foundation, walls, and flooring, he discovered the root of the problem to be the cracks in the foundation were allowing water to seep into the basement. The water was then pooling underneath the carpet, allowing mold to grow unchecked and thereby creating health concerns. Our Project Manager proposed a custom solution for this family, which involved the installation of the WaterGuard Drainage System and the EverLast Wall Restoration System. The WaterGuard Drainage System is a unique waterproofing solution that directs water away from the foundation and into a sump pump system. This system helps to prevent water from entering the basement and causing further damage. The EverLast Wall Restoration System, on the other hand, is a solution designed to prevent wall bowing and damage, making it ideal for properties with foundation problems.  Our crew arrived at the property on the agreed date and began by digging a trench around the perimeter of the basement floor to install the WaterGuard Drainage System. Then, they placed a special drain pipe within the trench and covered it with gravel to ensure proper drainage of the water away from the basement. Next, the crew installed the EverLast Wall Restoration System, which involved removing any damaged sections of the wall and replacing them with new, reinforced panels. This process helped to strengthen the walls and prevent any future bowing or damage. The crew worked diligently to complete the installation, ensuring that nothing was left unchecked before they left the property.  With the Project Manager's assessment and proposed solution, along with the hard work and expertise of the crew, this family was able to immediately experience improved air quality and a dry basement.

A homeowner in Plymouth, MI had been using their basement as a gathering space for friends on the weekends and a place for family during the week. Unfortunately, water was leaking into the basement where the floor and the wall met, creating an inconvenience and a potential safety hazard for the family and the guests that would come over. Recognizing the need for a waterproofing solution, the homeowner sought out to address the water leakage and create a safe and dry environment in the basement. We sent one of our qualified Project Managers to the property to address the homeowners concerns and assess the damage to the basement. Upon inspecting the area, he concluded that the best way to move forward would be to install the WaterGuard Drainage System and the SuperSump Plus.  Once our crew arrived to install The WaterGuard Drainage System, they began by excavating a small trench along the perimeter where the water was entering, ensuring that no debris could affect the installation process. Our crew would then place the WaterGuard within the trench, positioning it to collect water from the wall-floor joint and other potential entry points. The french drain system was installed on a bed of clean stone, ensuring it would not clog due to mud or other debris. This approach provided a reliable means of capturing and redirecting water away from the basement, mitigating the leakage issue. Next, our crew installed the SuperSump Plus sump pump system. Designed to handle high volumes of water, this system comes with a durable cast-iron sump pump with an automatic switch, enabling hassle-free operation. The SuperSump Plus system is complemented with an airtight lid that prevents the escape of odors and moisture, as well as a WaterWatch Alarm to alert homeowners in the event of pump or power failure.  Following the installation of the WaterGuard Drainage System and the SuperSump Plus, this homeowner could now enjoy their basement without the worry of water intrusion. These systems provided effective protection against water leaks, ensuring that the basement remained dry and suitable for weekend gatherings and family activities.

The homeowner noticed discoloration in her basement. Our team found that water was leaking through a crack near the basement stairs. The crack was injected with polyurethane and a power grid was installed to stabilize the crack. 

This homeowner contacted HomeSpec because his window wells would fill up with water and then leak into the basement.  Our crew fixed this problem by adding downspout extensions so water won't be draining right by the windows. We also added covers onto the window wells. 

This homeowner in Livonia, Mi noticed their floors sagging over time and began to worry that the support beams may be failing. They feared the floor may cave in on itself if they didn’t address their foundation support concerns and had their crawl space properly examined. However, thought they were informed that they had a crawl space when they bought the house years ago, they had no idea how to access it, or go about addressing the problem in general. They needed to find a reliable foundation repair contractor that had experience with crawl spaces. After some research, they felt comfortable in reaching out to HomeSpec.   Project manager Jesse was able to find the crawl space access hidden in a closet, through his inspection of the property. There wasn't a lot of room to work with, but it was quickly confirmed that there was a large amount of standing water in the crawl space that would need to be pumped out immediately. Our crew set to work to drain out the crawl space of all the standing water, before installing the SmartJack crawl space support system to help stabilize the foundation. This system provides solid support for sagging and undersized beams, restoring stability and straightness to sagging floor joists in a crawl space.

A Family in Livonia, MI who loved their basement and was deeply concerned about water damage and mold, had decided to address the issue of water entering the basement around the chimney when it rains once and for all. They wanted to ensure the long-term protection and preservation of their space so they reached out to us for a consultation. To solve this problem and provide a permanent solution, our Project Manager recommended the WaterGuard Drainage System. This system is specifically designed to channel water away from the basement and prevent it from seeping through the walls and foundation.  When our crew arrived to install the drainage system, they began by carefully inspecting the area around the chimney to identify the source of water intrusion.Then they excavated a small trench along the perimeter of the affected area, ensuring that it slopes downward to allow proper water flow. This system consists of a specialized drainage channel made of high-quality materials that remain hidden beneath the basement floor, providing an aesthetically pleasing and functional solution.  By implementing the WaterGuard Drainage System, we addressed this homeowner's concern and provided them with peace of mind knowing their basement was protected. This solution not only safeguards the basement from potential water damage and mold growth but also preserves the homeowner's love for their basement space.

At first glance on the outside, a concrete leveling need wasn't readily apparent for this Livonia, Mi house. However, as its residents could tell you, the issue would become readily apparent once you stepped inside the home itself. The walls had been separating from the floors all throughout the home in various rooms and hallways. Now, where the walls would normally be flush against the floor, were instead large cracks and gaps. The reason for this drastic issue over time was the fact that the house was built on a concrete slab, which had started to sink along with the house due to the natural movement of the soil underneath. Concrete is often poured over loose, weak, or backfill soil at construction, and over time the soil can settle, shrink in dry conditions, and soften or wash away completely as water runs through cracks and joints.   Project Manager Dave was able to recognize this problem early on in his inspection due to past circumstances, helping to explain the cause by using his past experience as a clear example. Once the homeowners understood the need was primarily to have a concrete leveling specialist in the Livonia, Mi area adjust the slab reliably back to level. Dave explained how our PolyLevel system would be best utilized to give them peace of mind. PolyLevel lifts and levels concrete slabs with powerful polyurethane foam. Basically, pea-sized holes are drilled into the slab and the foam is injected to fill the void underneath. The installation technique allows the foam to expand as it cures, perfectly, lifting the slab back up into place.   After a short installation process, the homeowners noticed a drastic difference in their situation within an hour of completion, returning to them a long-lost sense of security.