Ayers Basement Systems Before & After Photos

A homeowner in Columbus, MI, had issues with a sagging crawl space and moisture. Steel beams and jacks were installed to support the structure, and a CleanSPace vapor barrier was added to keep the space dry. The crawl space is now stable and protected, giving the homeowner peace of mind

This crawl space was problematic for several reasons: the dirt floor (which naturally contains water) was evaporating moisture in the space, and the block walls also readily let in moisture and air through the joints. THe moisture in the space took a toll on the insulation causing it to hang in many areas. Encapsulating the space with CleanSpace was the best option to not only eliminate moisture, but brighten up the space.

CleanSpace is a durable liner made of cord reinforced polyester, also manufactured with an antimicrobial additive. It’s installed on the floor and the walls to seal off the space from the earth, and provides a barrier to water vapor and prevents the growth of mold. Coupled with spray foam insulation to seal smaller spaces, CleanSpace transforms this crawl space into a dry, bright, and usable space.

Homeowners had water seeping into their basement so they called our team. We installed the CleanSpace Basement Finishing Wall System to prevent any more water intrusion. Using a poly sheet material to completely cover basement foundation walls this system acts as a vapor and moisture barrier. The material is waterproof, stain resistant and can be applied over many different types of surfaces.

Kathy was hoping to get her crawl space repaired with an efficient support system and encapsulation so she called up Ayers. After we conducted a free inspection it was determined she needed CleanSpace along with SmartJacks. CleanSpace was installed because this thick, durable plastic liner will run along the crawl space floor and protect it from mold or bacteria with its vapor barrier. The SmartJacks are steel columns connected to a solid base and support beam above to ensure the support of her home. These will lift her home to a level position as well. 

Now that Kathy has her crawl space sealed up and protected with a sturdy support system she no longer has to worry about sagging floors or other troubling issues!

When wall leaks happen, the water flows down the walls and creates puddles. These puddles appear across the floor and at the joints where wall and floor meet. The WaterGuard system - which can be seen being installed in the after photo - acts as a drain for the basement walls and floor. It is installed in a gap around the perimeter of the floor to catch any runoff. The water then flows along the trench and is forced out of the house by whichever draining system you choose to install. We recommend a sump pump system for reliable and continuous discharge.