Before & After Photos

This customer owns a rental property and contacted us about water problems in the basement causing leaks in the carpeted area. We found that the water was coming through the concrete block wall. Water can seep through concrete block walls due to different reasons like pressure, small pores in the blocks, poor drainage, cracks, lack of waterproofing, and freezing and thawing cycles.

Pressure from water in the soil can force it through cracks or porous areas in the blocks during heavy rain. Poor drainage systems can lead to water build-up and pressure against the foundation. Cracks in the foundation or blocks create paths for water entry, and poor waterproofing makes the walls more vulnerable. In colder climates, freeze-thaw cycles can widen cracks and allow water to enter.

To solve the water problem, we used two solutions: WaterGuard and CleanSpace. WaterGuard is a drainage system that collects and redirects water along the basement walls. CleanSpace is a moisture-resistant barrier installed on the walls to prevent water and moisture from getting in. The renters are happy with the property owner's quick and effective resolution of the water issue and Midwest is happy to have helped!

This homeowner moved all the way from California to Iowa, hoping for a fresh start in a house they really liked. But when they got there, they found out that the house had some problems with the foundation and basement. They knew they had to take care of it right away because they wanted a safe and stable place to live.

They got in touch with our team, and we knew exactly what to do. Our experienced crew quickly noticed that the walls made of clay blocks were bending inwards, and there were issues with moisture in the basement. We were especially concerned because the homeowner had some health problems, and we wanted to make sure they had a healthy space to live. We recommended using our EverBrace™ system to make the foundation walls stronger and protect it from further damage. We also used our expertise in basement waterproofing to deal with the moisture and prevent any mold from growing.

The homeowner trusted us to take care of their home, and we worked hard to make their vision a reality. Now they have a stable and dry living space in Iowa, just the way they wanted it. It's a place where they can feel safe and healthy.

Night and day difference right there! This basement had a lot of water damage and a bowing wall. After we performed an inspection, we determined the best action plan was to do a full perimeter interior drainage system, install a vapor barrier, and install PowerBrace wall system to support the failing wall. 

This customer needed a sleek, but efficient, solution to the problem of water in their basement! To make that happen, we installed TripleSafe™ Sump Pump System.

Martin F. was looking for a proactive approach to removing water from his basement and wanting to protect his home from future humidity and mold concerns. During an annual maintenance call, he was able to address his concerns.

Service Technician Brandon Roast found the sump pump was starting to fail in the basement. This left Martin at a higher risk of water damage and high humidity in the basement. Brandon was able to install a new sump pump and a Sanidry Sedona Dehumidifier to give Martin’s home a proactive solution to prevent water damage from occurring. Martin was happy that we were able to provide him with a same day solution.