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There was a family in Waterford Township, MI who lived in a home with an unfinished basement. As the family grew, they started using the basement for storage more often, but soon became concerned about a large vertical crack in one of the walls. The crack was widening over time and the family was worried that it might compromise the structural integrity of their home. They needed a solution to solve the problem quickly and effectively. That's when they reached out to HomeSpec BasementFix to provide a permanent fix to their problem. Once they had contacted us, we sent out a Project Manager who specialized in foundation repair and basement waterproofing. After conducting a thorough inspection of the basement, the Project Manager recommended sealing the cracks in the walls and floor with High-Powered Urethane Crack Injection. This solution would provide a fast and effective seal, preventing water from seeping into the basement and causing damage. He also recommended the Carbon Fiber Power Grid, to prevent the walls from bowing any further. The next day, our crew arrived to begin the repair work. They first cleaned the crack and the surrounding area, removing any dirt or debris. Then they carefully injected the urethane into the crack, filling it from top to bottom. The urethane material used for the injection was flexible and able to withstand changes in temperature and pressure, making it an ideal solution for this family's basement. Once the crack was sealed, our crew turned their attention to the bowing wall. The wall was showing signs of weakness and needed reinforcement to ensure its stability. The Carbon Fiber Power Grid is a strong and durable solution that provides long-term support to the walls without adding any additional weight. The crew expertly installed the carbon fiber power grid, securing it to the wall with special adhesive. The grid was easy to install and did not cause any damage to the existing wall, making it a convenient solution for the family. The wall was now reinforced and ready to withstand any future pressure. The family was very happy with the results of the repair work. The large vertical crack was no longer a source of concern and the bowing wall was now stable and secure. The basement was now ready to be used for storage or as additional living space, providing the family with the extra room and flexibility they needed.

A homeowner in Waterford, Mi was growing more frustrated with the condition of the garage detracting from their property value. More specifically, the garage had begun sinking in on one side and had cracks spreading along the poured concrete walls and floors. Deciding it was time to solve this problem, they began searching for a qualified foundation repair specialist nearby. After talking with friends and family, they were referred to HomeSpec Basementfix.Keith Brown, one of our Project Managers,  was sent out into the field to get his eyes on the situation. When he arrived at the residence, Keith began a proper inspection of the problem and found that the damage to the walls and sinking of the garage was most likely due to settlement issues in the soil below the foundation of the garage. Over time, due to a variety of reasons such as oversaturation, drought, etc. soils can move, shift and settle beneath the surface, causing the foundation above to shift in order to fill the new voids. He explained how foundation-related problems can continue to evolve into more serious situations when not handled properly.In order to solve this foundation repair problem, our crew would first address the current cracks by filling them with a high pressure urethane crack injection. We would also install plates of carbon along the cracks through carved slits, in order to prevent the cracks from spreading any further to other areas. The best way to lift and rebalance this property was with the use of a helical piering system. Helical piers owe their name to the helical plates along their shaft, which allow them to screw into and extend through soil to reach more stable foundations. The weight of the garage is then transferred from the old foundation, through the piers, which are attached with steel brackets to the home, and finally to the new load-bearing soils. This would effectively help bring the garage back into proper balance, and address the core of the foundation’s problem.With their fear of a sinking garage put to rest, and their property value effectively restored, the homeowner would go on to review how appreciative they were with Keith’s professional behavior and open communication throughout the project.

A homeowner in Waterford, MI was growing more frustrated with the condition of the garage detracting from their property value. More specifically, the garage had begun sinking in on one side and had cracks spreading along the poured concrete walls and floors. After letting the issue sit for some time, and worried that bigger cracks would form, they decided it was time to find a permanent solution and began searching for a qualified foundation repair contractor nearby. After talking with friends and family, they were referred to HomeSpec Basementfix, by a coworker who had previous basement waterproofing work done.Keith Brown, one of our Project Managers,  was sent out into the field to get his eyes on the situation. When he arrived at the property, Keith began a proper inspection and found the damage to the walls and the sinking foundation was most likely due to settlement issues in the soil beneath the foundation of the garage. Over time, due to a variety of reasons such as oversaturation, drought, etc. soils can move, shift and settle beneath the surface, causing the foundation above to shift in order to fill the new voids. He explained how foundation-related problems can continue to evolve into more serious situations when not handled properly.In order to solve this foundation repair problem, our crew would first address the current cracks by filling them with a high pressure urethane crack injection. We would also install plates of carbon along the cracks through carved slits, in order to prevent the cracks from spreading. The best way to lift and rebalance this property was with the use of a Helical Piering System. Helical Piers owe their name to the helical plates along their shaft, which allow them to screw in and extend through soils to reach more stable foundations. The weight of the garage is then transferred from the old foundation to the new support system, which is attached via steel brackets to the home, and then finally to the new load-bearing soils. This would effectively help bring the garage back into proper balance, and address the core of the foundation’s problem.With their fear of a sinking garage put to rest, and their property value effectively restored, the homeowner would go on to review how appreciative they were with Keith’s professional behavior and open communication throughout the project.

Adding a patio to the home can increase its property value, which is exactly what this family in Chesterfield, MI, had in mind when they built it. Unfortunately, not long after its construction, they began to notice how it slanted too much to one side. Not wanting to have their home lose value, they came to the conclusion that it was time to address the root of the problem. After a search for foundation repair nearby, they were directed to HomeSpec BasementFix as the foundation repair contractors best fit for this job.Ted, our Project Manager, who had prior experience with sinking foundations, was called out to do a free inspection of the property and address the homeowners concerns in more detail. Ted explained to the owners that over time, the soils beneath the patio can shift, causing a void that the concrete foundation sinks into. This can be due to many reasons, such as too much moisture causing soils to wash out completely, or if the soil is too dry, it can crumble under the weight. Understanding the need for the homeowners to restore property value and return the patio to its original condition, Ted laid out a solution for the family that involved the Helical Pier Support System to add structural integrity back into the foundation.The Helical Pier Support System gets its name from the helical plates welded to the shaft of the pier. These plates act as a screw, digging deeper into more competent load bearing soils in order to transfer the weight of the foundation from the weaker soil. Helical Piers are an ideal solution for this foundation repair because its permanent nature anchors the foundation to the newer load bearing soils, allowing for the structural integrity to remain intact. Due to the specifically designed helical plates, advancing the piers deeper into the ground does not add weight to weaker soils, allowing it to reach bedrock if needed without compromising the strength or integrity of the support system. The Helical Pier Support System provided results the family could see firsthand and were more than happy to recommend HomeSpec BasementFix to friends in need of foundation repair.

A homeowner in Chesterfield, MI was growing more and more distressed as each day passed. They had recently added an addition to the garage, which was built on a concrete slab and it was beginning to sink. This was causing cracks on the walls and uneven floors inside the home. Determined to save their home and the new addition, they reached out to us for a solution that would put their mind at ease.   Upon arrival, our experienced Project Manager conducted a thorough inspection, utilizing his tools and expertise to assess the foundation's stability. Once he had completed the free inspection and discussed his findings with the homeowner, he recommended the installation of the Helical Pier Support System for the foundation.    The helical pier is a foundation support system designed to provide deep foundation support for residential structures. It consists of a steel shaft with helical plates along its length, resembling large screws. This is where it gets its name from. The first step is to prepare the surrounding area, ensuring there is clear access to the foundation. Next, our crew begins the installation process for the helical piers, they excavate the area around the addition, making sure the holes are precisely positioned in locations where the load-bearing capacity of the soil is optimal. Once the holes are ready, the helical piers are hydraulically driven into the ground, deep beneath the unstable soil layers until they reach more stable, load bearing soil. The helical plates on the piers create a strong anchor, securely holding the foundation in place. This installation method offers several advantages: it minimizes disturbance to the surrounding landscape, provides immediate load-bearing support, and eliminates the need for curing time. With the helical piers securely in place, our crew attaches heavy-duty steel brackets to the foundation's base. These brackets serve as connectors between the piers and the structure, effectively transferring the load from the sinking foundation to the stable piers beneath the ground.   Upon completing the installation, our crew conducted a final inspection to ensure the helical piers are properly aligned and capable of withstanding the structure's weight. Satisfied with their work, the homeowner thanks them for the peace of mind they restored.

A homeowner said a diagonal crack in his basement wall leaked when it rained heavily. We injected the crack with polyurethane and installed power grids to stabilize it.

While approaching their home in Chesterfield, MI, the homeowner noticed that something didn't look right. After a closer look, they realized the home was sinking from left to right. The homeowner thought back to when they had an inspection from HomeSpec 10 years ago, and decided not to address their foundation repair problems at that time. Now the issues had compiled to the point it could no longer be avoided, including a severely sinking foundation. They decided to reach back out to HomeSpec BasementFix again, this time, with the intention of having this issue fully resolved once and for all.Project Manager Mark, who had experience with foundation settlement repair, was sent to the home to provide an inspection, free of charge. While discussing concerns with the homeowner, it was brought to our attention that the back wall was showing signs of tipping. After explaining to the homeowner that weak foundation soils can be washed out completely by rain or shrink due to dry conditions, the weight of the foundation can no longer be structurally supported and this is what causes it to sink and settle. This movement of soil from the surface can cause the foundation to sink into the void left by the soil, and eventually fail. The homeowner, having not realized the gravity of the situation, requested that our project manager come up with a solution as soon as possible. This is what led Mark to propose a custom solution that involved our Helical Pier Support System to raise the foundation and our PowerBrace Wall Support System to bring structural integrity back into the walls. The first step in this foundation repair was for our crew to install the Helical Support System. Helical plates are welded to the galvanized steel piers which act as a screw and dig deep into the ground. Helical piers permanently stabilize the foundation from further settlement and in this case, raise it back to level. The piers are advanced to the appropriate depth without disturbing the weaker unstable soils, allowing the weight of the foundation to be transferred, through the piers, to more capable load bearing soil. Combined with the steel brackets that attach to the home, helical piers present a permanent solution to prevent this homeowners foundation from sinking. The next step in this foundation settlement repair was for our crew to install the PowerBrace Wall Support System. The PowerBrace stops the wall from tilting by installing steel beams that are secured to the beams above using brackets. The PowerBrace is a minimally invasive solution that is adjustable to meet the needs of the home over time. With the home successfully leveled and the foundation wall supported, this homeowner was relieved to have HomeSpec BasementFix provide an excellent solution to their problems. 

Protecting the value of their property is one of the most important investments a homeowner can make. This homeowner in White Lake, MI wanted to do exactly that when they recently purchased their home in 2020 and realized the sagging floors in the home would cause future trouble when it came time to renovate. After talking to a few friends about the best way to repair the sinking floors, they were recommended to HomeSpec BasementFix as the best crawl space repair company for this project.One of our experienced Project Managers was sent to the home in order to further discuss this homeowner's concerns and provide a detailed inspection with a recommendation to put their mind at ease. After learning of the homeowners ideas to redo the floors, our Project Manager recommended the SmartJack Support System as a permanent solution to level the floors and protect the property value. When the support posts in the crawl space begin to age, and wood rot, mold, or pest damage begin to sink in, the failing support posts can make the floors in the living space uncomfortable to live with. In order to address this, our crew would first clear out any debris in the crawl space to make room for the base of engineered fill that would act as the foundation for the support jacks. Once the fill is installed, and the support jacks raised to the appropriate level, the corrosion-resistant beams are capable of supporting loads up to 60,000 lbs. This would protect the homeowners investment long term and provide results this homeowner could experience firsthand. With the floors successfully raised to the appropriate levels, and the crawl space cleared from any debris, this homeowner was pleased to have our crew restore their property value and provide ease of mind when it came to remodeling. 

    A family was setting up the dinner table in White Lake Charter Township, MI when they noticed a cup that had been knocked over rolling across the floor as if on a hill, coming to a rest in the middle of the dining area, they resumed their daily activities without giving it much thought, until a few weeks later when they started to feel the floor bounce when walking on it, something that was usually at the back of their mind but was starting to feel more prominent. Finally deciding to address the floor problem, they began to search for crawl space repair contractors nearby that specialized in sagging floors. This led them to contact HomeSpec BasementFix as the best fit for this project.One of our Project Managers who specializes in crawl space repairs was sent to the home to discuss the concerns with the family and provide a free detailed inspection. Upon further inspection of the crawl space, the Project Manager noted failing supports in the crawl space that could be the cause of the sagging floors in the living space. When there is too much moisture in the crawl space or just due to age, traditional wooden support posts can be subject to woodrot, mold, or pest damage. This damage can lead to uncomfortable living conditions and create further problems for the home. After the homeowners were fully informed, our Project Manager recommended the SmartJack Support System to raise the floors back to their original level.The SmartJack Support System was proposed as an ideal solution for this family because the corrosion-resistant galvanized steel rods are able to support loads of up to 60,000 lbs, which is more than enough to lift their floors back to level. The crawl space support jacks are adjustable year-round to meet the needs of the home over time. This allows the homeowners to retain peace of mind in the permanent solution as well as provide comfortable living conditions that they can experience firsthand. Traditional wooden support systems are not as reliable as the SmartJack due to their inability to last for long periods of time and sink due to shifting soils under the home. The SmartJack Support System is installed with a base of engineered fill to prevent them from sinking and affixed to the support beams under the floor to provide stability and structural support.With their floors successfully raised back to level, this family was more than happy to recommend HomeSpec to neighbors in need of crawl space foundation repairs.  

A new homeowner in White Lake, MI had been experiencing water seeping up through their basement floor for some time and it was becoming increasingly harder for them to avoid the puddles it was causing. They had tried numerous methods to address the issue, including installing a sump pump and attempting to seal the basement floor. However, nothing seemed to be working, and the problem continued to worsen. The homeowner was becoming increasingly frustrated, as they were worried about the damage the water could cause to their home, and the potential health hazards associated with mold growth. This is when they reached out to HomeSpec BasementFix in order to find a solution that would satisfy their needs. After our Project Manager arrived and completed his free, detailed inspection, he proposed the installation of a WaterGuard Drainage System, which would collect groundwater and direct it away from the foundation of the home. The homeowner, being worried about the cost and potential disruption to their daily life, was unsure whether they should proceed with the installation, however, the Project Manager explained that the WaterGuard Drainage System is low-maintenance and long-lasting, and that the installation process is relatively quick and straightforward. Once an appointment had been set to begin the work, our crew began the installation process by excavating a trench around the perimeter of the basement floor. They then installed the WaterGuard Drainage System, which consists of a specialized drainage pipe that is covered with a filter fabric to prevent clogging. The pipe is installed on top of a bed of gravel, which provides additional drainage and stability. Finally, the crew replaced the concrete over the trench, leaving only a small gap for water to enter the system. With the installation of the WaterGuard Drainage System completed, our crew's dedication to providing exceptional service ensured that the installation process was smooth and efficient. The homeowner was extremely pleased with the outcome and expressed their satisfaction with the results. With the installation of the WaterGuard Drainage System, this homeowner can now enjoy a dry and comfortable basement space, knowing that their property is protected.