Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

The owners of this Saline, Michigan home were planning on flipping the house, but needed to address the wet basement issues first. The basement is only 4 ft. underground, but still suffered from dampness after rain. Water would seep in through the concrete block walls, especially toward the bottom of the wall.

The biggest sign of this water damage was the efflorescence on the walls (white powder) which is caused by the loss of lime salt. There was also much discoloration on the floor and walls. The basement needed to be waterproofed before it could be finished, so HomeSpec got to work!

Foreman Jerry Blevins and his crew installed a WaterGuard French Drain System around the perimeter of the basement, which collects water before it seeps in. Instead, the water is deposited into the brand new TripleSafe Sump Pump which will funnel it far from the home – keeping things dry even during storms.

The owners can now finish the space, and whatever family ends up in the home later will have peace of mind knowing their basement is dry and healthy! 

Jordan M. in Saline, Michigan contacted HomeSpec because water was leaking from his old egress windows and into his basement after heavy rains. This posed a big problem for Jordan because his basement was fully finished with carpet and all – and the basement served as a living and work space. Jordan needed his leaky windows replaced and the wet carpet ripped out ASAP. 

HomeSpec was able to replace not only the egress windows, but the old wooden window wells too. We installed a cover over the window well to keep out water and debris as well as proper drainage to prevent water from pooling up and then leaking into the basement. 

Next, we installed our ThermalDry® Elite Plank Flooring. This is a faux-wood flooring which means if it gets wet, it does NOT have to be torn up and replaced. It's waterproof and mold-resistant, but makes any basement look stylish with the variety of color options. 

Jordan was thrilled to not only have a dry basement, but also beautiful new flooring! 

A Saline, MI couple moved into their home in the early 2000s. Since then, water has entered their garage and basement repeatedly. Their home had been flooded three times in the last year alone. While it never bothered them much before because the basement was being used as storage, the time had come to look into repairs. They anticipated moving into a retirement home in the future and wanted the home to be able to sell for the best value as well as ensure the next homeowners had nothing to worry about. They reached out to HomeSpec Waterproofing and Foundation Repair for a free inspection.

The project manager, Yann, explored the areas the couple was concerned with as well as the outside of the house to ensure an accurate inspection and proposal. He explained honestly that there was a handful of products to waterproof their home such as an interior drainage system. It would be comprised of pipes like WaterGuard® and TrenchDrain™ Grated Draining Pipe which would then connect to a sump pump, and sump discharge, which could benefit from freeze prevention products. Other repairs recommended throughout the property included Mold-X2, a CleanSpace® vapor barrier, and downspout extensions. The couple was prepared and allowed HomeSpec to use all of these repairs. The crews were led by foremen Brandon and Marshall. The homeowners were happy with their completed work and newly dry basement.

Wet basements are not fun for anyone - water can damage furniture and belongings stored downstairs, mold can grow and cause health problems, and homeowners can waste a lot time and money cleaning it up. If water is constantly seeping into a basement, it can eventually flood severely. A homeowner in Ecorse, Michigan dealt with a wet basement for many years, and after a serious flood finally decided to install a full waterproofing system. 

After a thorough inspection and many conversations with the homeowner about his needs, the project manager proposed a solution. That solution included a perimeter drainage system, sump pump, and vapor barrier. 

The drainage system + sump pump is integral to waterproof a basement. They prevent water from flooding into the basement by collecting it first then funneling it away from the home. The vapor barrier prevents moisture and water vapor from entering through the walls, and instead directs it down to the drain. It also covers the unsightly stains on the concrete wall. 

The homeowner is very satisficed with his newly dry basement, and he's thankful he doesn't have to stress about it anymore. 

This Homeowner in Wayne, MI wanted their basement walls finished, so they called us out and we completed the project for them with the EverLast Wall Restoration System.