Basement waterproofing and foundation repair services by Ayers Basement Systems Before & After

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Fixing 100 Year-Old MI Basement in Hillsdale, MI

Deborah discovered that her Michigan basement was leaking. During rain, the same area in the basement would get wet and puddle up. She decided to call Ayers to determine the problem and explore solutions.  

 

A System Design Specialist was sent out for an assessment of the home and to look for solutions. After thoroughly assessing the house, the team at Ayers suggested CleanSpace System and the SmartSump. The CleanSpace system is a water-proof vapor barrier that prevents moisture or vapor from entering the basement. Any water from the walls will be funneled behind the CleanSpace and directed toward a pump. Additionally, the SmartSump is a sump pump ideal for crawlspace environments. This sump pump houses a primary pump that pumps any water in the crawlspace out and away from the house. 

 

These two products will eliminate the risk of water damage and ultimately take care of Deborah's problem. Ayers was more than happy to provide a permeant solution for the home! 

Encapsulating a Hillsdale, MI Style Basement

Clair and Michael came to Ayers because they had issues with their Michigan basement. The cold air from the basement appeared to be seeping into the home, causing the rest of the home to become cold. Ayers inspected the house and concluded that CleanSpace would be perfect for the problem. CleanSpace utilizes a heavy-duty pool-like liner that lines the entirety of the space and creates a moisture barrier. The moisture will not only keep water out of the basement but also keep cold air out and warm air inside the home. Once CleanSpace was installed in Clair and Michael's house, they no longer had issues with their home getting cold!

Lakefront Cottage Reinforced: Hillsdale, MI Basement Makeover

A lakefront cottage in Hillsdale, MI, faced persistent water intrusion and a sagging floor in its Michigan basement. Ayers applied shotcrete to the block walls to seal out moisture, installed a sump pump to handle water intrusion, and added SmartJacks with a support beam to stabilize the floor. Now, the basement is dry, stable, and ready for worry-free lakefront living.

Hillsdale, MI Cottage Foundation Repair

This lakefront cottage's Michigan basement had foundation issues, including water infiltration in one corner, likely due to the artesian well constantly flowing. The basement also had a sagging floor that required additional support, particularly in areas with pipes and structural stress. To fix these issues, Ayers reinforced the basement with rebar and other structural supports to handle water leakage and improve the foundation. A supplemental beam and SmartJacks were added to lift and stabilize the sagging floor. The water issues, possibly from the well and leaking pipes, were addressed by improving drainage and sealing the affected areas, ensuring the space stays dry and the foundation is secure.

From Crumbling to Strong: Restoring a Historic Hillsdale, MI Foundation

This 1800s Hillsdale building has seen a lot over the years, but time has taken its toll. Its stone foundation was weakening, the dirt-floor basement was damp, and water intrusion threatened its future. With plans to transform the space into an investment firm, the owner also needed the basement to be a reliable storage area. But before that could happen, the foundation had to be stabilized, and the basement needed to be waterproofed.

 

The transformation began with reinforcing the foundation. Shotcrete strengthened the aging stone, restoring its durability and ensuring the building had a solid base for years to come. SmartJacks followed, leveling out the floors above and eliminating that “spongy” feel, creating a sturdy and secure space upstairs.

 

Once the foundation was stabilized, the owner was relieved to know the building was structurally sound and its history was preserved. With that major step complete, the focus could now shift to waterproofing the basement—making it a dry, dependable storage space for years to come!

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Ayers Basement Systems
2631 Eaton Rapids Rd
Lansing, MI 48911
1-517-731-0784


Ayers Basement Systems
4475 Airwest Dr SE
Kentwood, MI 49512
1-616-208-3343


Ayers Basement Systems
39555 Orchard Hill Place
Suite 600
Novi, MI 48375
1-248-907-1555


Ayers Basement Systems
1251 North Eddy Street
Suite 200
South Bend, IN 46617
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