Job Stories

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.”

These homeowners contacted the professionals at HomeSpec because two walls in their basement were bowing, and they finally decided to reach out for an estimate. Their project manager described how serious bowing walls are - there's pressure pushing the wall inward and it won't stop until the wall completely caves in. A foundation problem like this needs to be fixed as soon as possible because the repair becomes more expensive and extensive the worse it gets.  The homeowners were on board with the proposal to fix their foundation and were relieved they could finally stop worrying about it in the back of their minds.  Our crew fixed the problem by installing the PowerBrace Wall Repair System to the walls to stabilize and potentially straighten them. This is done by the steel I-beams that are secured to the wall and the joists above with steel brackets. It also installs quickly with minimal disruption to the basement. With a newly stabilized foundation, these New Hudson homeowners now live worry-free. 

This homeowner contacted us because vertical cracks in her basement were leaking and needed to be repaired. Our crew sealed the cracks, then waterproofed the basement by installing and interior drainage system, a sump pump, and a vapor barrier to the walls to prevent water issues from arising again. 

These homeowners contacted HomeSpec because water was seeping into their tri-level crawl space and it needed to be waterproofed. Our crew repaired all cracks and rod holes, and then encapsulated and insulated the crawl space to prevent water from getting in ever again. 

A Clawson, Mi homeowner enjoyed his finished basement for quite some time as a recreational room; however, a few years ago his basement flooded under heavy rainstorms. The water damaged everything in its path before immediately draining down his floor drain. He was hoping this water damage situation would be a one-time thing; unfortunately, two years ago he walked into 4 inches of standing water in his basement. Fed up and stressed by the wet basement problem, the homeowner took down the walls and suspended ceilings, and painted the exposed joists black. They reached out to HomeSpec to explore their basement waterproofing options to prevent these problems in the future, as well as to ask if new finished walls could be provided to replace his hold ones.   Dave Kingsley was the representative of choice to assist the troubled homeowner. After hearing out the homeowner’s story, Dave set to work with a thorough inspection to determine the causes of the repeated water damage and leakage. Dave, had found a series of hairline basement cracks and fractures, and an improperly sealed basement window that were all likely causes of the water getting in.   Having tracked down some of the sources, Dave outlined a proposal for his crew to enact. They would trim out windows, replacing the ill fitted, slightly rotting ones with Everlast windows. These vinyl windows are entirely rot and rust-proof, ensuring a lifetime of use. They would also track down and fix a series of tiny cracks using FlexiSpan, a unique material that could move along with the natural movement of a wall to ensure a long-term seal. Then the crew would build studded walls about 3' off the foundation walls so they could install the Basement To Beautiful wall panel system. Custom engineered, foam panels with integral studs that eliminate conventional fiberglass insulation. Electrical chases are built into the panels with vertical chases as well. Their inorganic material can never rot or grow mold, unlike conventional insulation and wood studs. They would replace the now ruined carpeting with ThermalDry Elite Plank Flooring, which is a modular faux wood plank that will not mold, rot or buckle and will even give a thermal break from the cold concrete slab, making the surface temperature up to 10 degrees warmer and more comfortable.   Finally, the crew helped relocate the water heater and other essentials back to where they belong and cleaned up to leave the place cleaner and nicer looking than when they arrived.   Ultimately, the homeowner had all water sources properly sealed, waterproofed his basement with stylish modern products, and a basement that now looked better than before the incidents began.

This Clawson, Mi family knew for a while that water was seeping into their crawl space. but their attention didn’t shift towards it until extended family moved in with them, prompting the need for more storage space. It was finally time to consider crawl space waterproofing, and the family knew they needed a specialist to handle it. HomeSpec was happy to introduce the family to representative Keith Brown.   Keith went into to the tri-level 4 ft crawl space to explore and investigate the possible causes of the problem. It didn't take Keith very long to pinpoint the problem to large cracks along the crawl space's sides. Keith would explain what he saw to the family with photographic evidence to help them understand the situation better.   Our crew would begin with draining out the crawl space's standing water and removing debris for ease of access and to make it easier to be used for storage space later as needed. Once the area was cleared, they would fill the severe cracking with a high-pressure urethane crack injection and would prevent the cracks from expanding any further in the changing seasons with carbon fiber power grids inserted along the fix. Finally, for the sake of comfortability for the house, crawl space insulation was introduced with Silver Glo. The SilverGlo insulation material is a mix of polystyrene foam with graphic and a radiant barrier to reflect heat. This type of crawl space insulation helps keep warmth in the winter throughout the house and can even help reduce heating bills with their heat reflective material.   It didn't take long for this family to have the extra storage space they wanted in their crawl space, and they even managed to save money on future energy bills!

A homeowner contacted us because there was moisture in his basement. Our team installed an interior drainage system and a moisture barrier to prevent future issues. 

These homeowners in Birmingham, Michigan already had some waterproofing work done in their basement several years ago. But with all the rain and severe storms we've had recently, their basement started to leak again in multiple spots - including where the work was done.  When the homeowners tried contacted the company that did the work, they discovered that the company no longer existed. This is when they contacted HomeSpec to remedy the situation. Unfortunately, this happens to homeowners all the time and this is why they end up calling us. Sometimes a company will still exist, but they will refuse to honor warranties or come back out to fix the issue.  Luckily for these homeowners, HomeSpec will always get the job done and do it right. Our project manager inspected the leaking areas and provided a custom solution to upgrade the existing waterproofing work - and this time keep their basement dry permanently.  The homeowners were very happy to see that even after more heavy rain and storms, their basement was indeed dry! 

 A homeowner in Birmingham, Michigan had discovered their crawl space had rotted away, giving them a particular fear of infestation. However, situations like this that permit possible still water scenarios, can lead to further problems such as mold and mildew rot as well as further complications affecting the structure.  Realizing the possible severity and risks of the situation, the homeowner contacted Homespec Basementfix.  Promptly, we sent out representative Erik Nielsen to perform a thorough inspection and discussion with the homeowner to find a best fit solution for the situation, providing a free estimate.  With the crawl space door rotted away, the risks of moisture building from the ground up to the home became prevalent. Our capable team cleared out the crawl space and installed a patented SmartPipe drainage system as well as encapsulation. Encapsulation not only helps control pests and keep out animals, but also has the added benefit of; on average, reducing energy consumption by 20 percent, by creating a more comfortable home atmosphere. The work of the HomeSpec team was able to condition the air, seal air leaks, prevent water intrusion and seepage all with an efficient process  Finally, the steps of installing a triple two pump system which consisted of: powerful sump pumps and dedicated electrical work for the waterproofing was all accomplished, before sealing the new door. The homeowner was granted a new peace of mind, with their problem not only solved but future proofed, and had all their questions and concerns put to ease by HomeSpec’s attentive customer service team.