Before & After Photos

John, a homeowner in Brandon, MN, was concerned about the state of his basement. He noticed that his floors had hairline cracks, and water was also entering the basement in the room's corners. He wanted to address the problem thoroughly and effectively, so he called American Waterworks to claim his FREE estimate. One of our Design Specialists, Shane, went to the property, did a complete evaluation, and gave John his recommendations. Once approved, our team was ready to get to work.

Our Foreman, Juan, and his production crew started the installation by breaking out the concrete floor perimeter and forming a trench. In the trench, our team installed our WaterGuard System. Our WaterGuard is a patented below-floor drain that rests in a drainage bed on top of the foundation footing. It is our most commonly used drain system because of its resistance to water clogs, easy-to-access service ports, and ability to collect leaking water from basement walls. They also installed our TripleSafe Sump Pump System. The TripleSafe Sump Pump System has three levels of protection to solve all water problems a homeowner may experience. Along with the TripleSafe Sump Pump, there is a battery backup that helps in cases where power is lost in a home. The battery will keep the pumps draining any excess water build-up. To complete the WaterGuard project, Juan and his team covered the open gaps with rock and replaced the concrete. 

The team then proceeded to install the CleanSpace wall System around the perimeter of the basement. Our CleanSpace Wall System is attached to the walls with plastic fasteners, so it never falls. It also prevents humidity from invading the walls and gives the basement a clean and bright appearance, with a 25-year warranty. 

John was delighted with the outcome and glad he decided to work with American Waterworks.

Having a wet or damp basement can create more than just a headache. Problems like these can cause larger problems like mold, mildew, rot, structural damage, and health problems. If you have noticed any symptoms such as a wet basement floor or walls, standing water, smelly odors, condensation, sump pump problems, or leaky basement windows, it is time to get in contact with a professional to come and inspect your basement. 

A resident of Thompson, ND was seeing similar problems like this, so he got in contact with American Waterworks after doing some research. He got a FREE estimate scheduled with our Design Specialist, Richie Noreen. Richie went to the resident's home, inspected the basement, and determined a solution that would work for them and their needs. He proposed our WaterGuard Drainage System and a feed line to the sump pump. The homeowner was confident in the proposal after getting their questions answered, so they followed through with the project. 

Our Foreman, Cameron Pjrakonekham, and his production team started the installation by breaking out the concrete floor perimeter, forming a trench. In the trench, our team installed our WaterGaurd Below Floor Drain, which prevents water clogs, collects water leakage from basement walls, and serves as an underground drain. Next, our team formed a feed line from one side of the WaterGuard to the sump pump. The purpose of a feed line is to transport water from high influx areas to the sump pump. The homeowner was happy with the work that was completed! 

Interested in our basement waterproofing products, and what might work for your problems? Click HERE to view our basement waterproofing systems! 

A homeowner from Halstad, MN, was worried about her crawl space. Over the years, her and her family's allergies had worsened, leading her to believe there were airborne allergens trapped in her home. She suspected the home's crawl space was to blame, so she began to look for crawl space repair near Halstad, MN, and quickly found American Waterworks. She signed up for her FREE estimate, and several weeks later, our Design Specialist, Ian S, was out at the home. When Ian arrived, he wasted no time getting down into the crawl space. When he was finished, he met up with the homeowner to go over his findings and recommendations. 

Ian began by saying that the crawl space needed some serious attention, so he recommended several of our products to fix the moisture issue. First, Ian recommended our CleanSpace and drainage matting combo, explaining that the CleanSpace is a 100% waterproof tarp-like material that gets installed directly on the crawl space walls, functioning to collect any moisture entering through the foundation downward and keeping it out of the space. The drainage matting is laid down on the floor of the space before the CleanSpace is applied, giving the water collected by the CleanSpace a channel to flow freely to a drain or sump system. Next, Ian informed the homeowner that the water needed a means of escaping the space, which is where our SuperSump Plus would come into play. This effective yet economical sump pump is engineered for your peace of mind, making it the perfect choice to rid the crawl space of unwanted water. Next, Ian stated that he believed the crawl space to be energy inefficient, meaning that the space was making it harder to regulate the temperature in the home, as both cold and hot air were finding their way in and out of the crawl space due to tiny cracks and holes. Ian wanted to fix this problem with our Foamax Wall Panels. Foamax is a polyisocyanurate foam insulation panel with a white foil finish on the front and a foil vapor barrier on the back. The wall insulation panel offers several benefits, such as high insulation value, creating a warmer space, and brightening the basement, and can be left exposed, meaning the basement or crawl space can remain unfinished. Lastly, Ian informed the homeowner that even spaces with the most comprehensive waterproofing systems can still develop moisture and mold problems and can even feel damp. This is due to concrete walls and floors constantly absorbing moisture from the soil, releasing it into the air of the basement. Ian's final recommendation is that our AprilAire dehumidifier creates healthy air and can reduce the number of viable viruses in the air to less than 1% in two days when set to 50% relative humidity. The homeowner was thankful that Ian was forthcoming about all of the issues in the space and decided to address them all. 

On the day of the project, our Foreman, Kingsley C, and his team effortlessly installed 1,236 sqft of CleanSpace, 1,048 sqft of drainage matting, 266 sqft of Foamax, 1 super sump pump, and 1 AprilAire dehumidifier. Now our customer can put her crawl space concerns in the past! 

Does your home have a dark and musty crawl space? Click HERE to claim your FREE crawl space repair estimate!

A male resident got new window wells installed at his home in Hawley, MN. Our team replaced his old ones with our RockWell Egress Window Wells and was able to complete the project in just one day. From start to finish, our team dug out the existing window well, removed existing soil onto our tarp, installed the new window well, and backfilled the soil, ensuring the space stayed clean and neat. 

If you are in need of basement waterproofing, foundation repair, or crawl space repair/encapsulation, we can help you! Schedule your FREE, no-obligation estimate today. 

A homeowner in Hawley, MN, was concerned with the water stains throughout their basement walls and floors. Worried about the upcoming winter, the homeowner wanted to get a head start on waterproofing their home. The homeowner asked some of their friends, and they all recommended working with us. Interested in what we would say, the homeowner signed up for our FREE estimate on our website. Once the estimate was set, the homeowner prepared for the arrival of our Design Specialist, Ian. After Ian arrived, he introduced himself to the homeowner and began his evaluation of the basement. Following his evaluation, Ian determined that the basement did require waterproofing. Knowing this was their best option, the homeowner agreed with Ian's suggestions. After receiving the stamp of approval, the production plans were sent to the assigned crew. Our Foreman, Kingsley, and his crew arrived at the home to begin. First, the crew installed the WaterGuard around the perimeter of the basement. Then, the crew installed the SuperSump + in the southwest corner of the basement. Next, the crew installed CleanSpace around all the basement walls. Finally, the crew installed an IceGuard on the outside discharge line. After installing all the waterproofing products in the basement, the crew cleaned up their materials and left the home. The homeowners were grateful to know that their basement was no longer at risk of flooding. American Waterworks is happy to assist other customers feel safe in their own homes.