Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair & Foundation Wall Repair in Lorain County

This customer had a ranch style house with a dirt crawlspace. He called in needing the area looked at for re-supporting purposes. An inspector at Cleveland Basement Systems climbed into his crawl space and advised the customer that he did indeed need foundational support on the beams and joists. He recommended SmartJacks as a solution to these issues. SmartJacks are made of galvanized steel components that prevent rust and are able to support loads that exceed the standard residential home. This customer left the free estimate with a great solution to his sagging crawl space!  

This customer called in wanting an inspection on his basement walls and floors. The homeowner stated that there was efflorescence appearing and wanted solutions to fix it. Efflorescence is when water is absorbed through the house's foundation and leaves a mineral deposit that looks chalky. Over time, this creates a high salt concentration and can lead to serious issues like damage to the foundation and more water leakage. 

The inspector made sure to explain the multiple waterproofing options that could prevent moisture from deteriorating the basement. One solution would be to install CleanSpace covering to the foundation walls. CleanSpace is a thick, durable material that channels any water present to a drainage system such as a sump pump. Another  waterproofing system that works great alongside CleanSpace is the WaterGuard drainage channel. This system is installed flush to the basement floor and moves the water from the walls and floor to a sump pump. Both of these products would assure that water would move away from the basement and prevent efflorescence from happening. 

The homeowner was educated on the right waterproofing products to use and was left with a thorough, free quote. 

A homeowner located in Lorain, OH noticed a leak in her basement and needed it addressed because they were in the process of finishing it. Our appointment center scheduled her right away. 

Bert, an inspector with Cleveland Basement Systems, saw water coming through a corner of the basement. This water had been leaking for awhile, causing mold growth. Mold in basements can manifest as various colors such as white, green and black. Common signs of mold include: discoloration, slimy patches on surfaces, peeling walls, and water stains. He recommended this customer have Cleveland Basement Systems install a full waterproofing system in order to fully protect the home from water damage. A full waterproofing system in this specific case would include WaterGuard, TripleSafe and SaniDry.

WaterGuard is an interior drainage system that is a catch-all for water that may appear in a basement. It's nearly invisible because it lays flush with the ground. TripleSafe is a sump pump that is a great product for collecting and pushing any water from the basement out and away from the home. Finally, SaniDry is a dehumidifier that gets rid of mold, mildew and dust with its two-stage air filtration.

All of these products would solve this customer's mold and moisture issues! 

A customer in Sheffield Lake, OH called in wanting a trusted, expert waterproofing company to assess their crawl space. The problem was that they have sagging, bouncy floors and also believed there was water issues in the crawl space. Bouncy floors usually occur due to inadequate support from the floor joists. With water intrusion, comes water damage and wood rot is one of the symptoms.  They needed a solution to supporting the beams in their crawl space and preventing further water damage. The homeowner was promptly schedule a free, in-home estimate. 

The inspector arrived and got down into the crawl space. He noticed both water damage and wood rot. The solution: CleanSpace Encapsulation and SmartJacks Crawl Space Stabilizer. SmartJacks is a high-capacity, adjustable steel pier that is designed to raise sagging floors to the proper level and stop the bounciness from occurring. This engineered structural system won't settle like masonry piers can, nor rot like a wood post. The innovative CleanSpace encapsulation system would further protect this crawl space from water damage by covering the walls and floors with a 20-mil thick material that isolates the area from the earth's elements. This tough blend of polyester and polyethene layers will not tear or rip and will stop moisture from getting in and damaging the crawl space. 

The inspector made sure to thoroughly explain the products and process to the customer. The homeowner left the estimate with plenty of solutions to their saggy, bouncy floors and humid crawl space!

Are you noticing the same problems? Give Cleveland Basement Systems a call today for a FREE estimate! 

A customer in Elyria, OH noticed that whenever it would rain heavily, water would come in through the walls and floors of the basement. They searched the internet for a local, trusted waterproofing company and found Cleveland Basement Systems. The homeowner was promptly scheduled with a free estimate. 

The inspector arrived to the estimate and began observing the condition of the basement. He noticed water stains on the cinder block walls in the corner where the original sump pump was. Water stains are a sign of moisture issues. If not addressed, the water will continue to leak in and may cause mold and mildew. The inspector also determined that the sump pump was not working correctly and needed to be updated to a better one. Additionally, he recommended a drainage system along the perimeter of the floor, to catch any and all water.

The two products that would get the job done is the TripleSafe sump pump and WaterGuard drainage system. The TripleSafe sump pump is a patented, highly effective system that contains three separate pumps that work in different circumstances. The first pump is the most powerful and works as the primary pump. At 1/3 horsepower, this cast iron pump can handle up to 2,600 gallons of water per hour! The second pump kicks on if the first one fails or there is an abundance of water volume. This 1/2 horsepower pump can handle up to 6,200 gallons per hour. The third pump is a batter-operated one and turn on automatically if power fails. No matter the situation, TripleSafe keeps basements dry. Finally, the WaterGuard system works perfect alongside the TripleSafe because it sits even to the basement floor. This reliable drainage channel catches all water from the walls and floors and directs to the sump pump. These two products would guarantee this customer a dry basement, especially during storms.  

Do you have similar water issues in your basement? Call us today for a FREE estimate!

A homeowner in LaGrange, OH noticed a vertical crack that went from the floor to the top of the wall in his poured foundation. He found Cleveland Basement Systems as the trusted and local foundation and waterproofing company in his area. He called in and quickly got scheduled for a free in-home estimate. 

The inspector arrived to the customer's home and assessed the trouble crack. He noticed that it wasn't affecting the basement wall foundationally, but could become a leaky crack that might cause water damage to the space. He recommended the FlexiSpan crack repair system. The FlexiSpan is a patented solution to any crack and works better than the traditional patches or sealants. First, a drywell is developed into the floor at the base of the crack. Then, the crack is sealed with a urethane-based sealant. Next, a special polyethene ether foam strip is put over the first seal. This foam strip allows water to drain correctly within and behind it. This is then overlaid with polyethene sealant and tooled off to appear like a gray drywall compound joint. The drywell on the floor is then re-concreted. The FlexiSpan is just as it sounds, flexible, and will never leak or re-open. 

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