Ayers Basement Systems Before & After Photos

When Sani and her husband purchased their Lansing home last May, they noticed strange bumps on their basement walls but no signs of water damage. With their daughter’s play area and laundry in the partially finished basement, they grew concerned about potential mold and its health risks. To safeguard their home and loved ones, we installed MoldX and a SaniDry dehumidifier. Now, moisture is under control, cutting off the conditions mold needs to grow. Their basement is safe, dry, and usable, giving them peace of mind that their daughter is protected from potential health risks!

Tom’s driveway in Lansing, Michigan, had become uneven over time, causing water to flow toward his home instead of draining away as it should. Concerned about potential water damage, he wanted to address the issue before it worsened, especially since he plans to move south in the next few years. He knew that a cracked, unlevel driveway could hurt his home’s value and even deter potential buyers, so he decided to take action.

To restore the driveway, we used PolyLevel, a high-strength polyurethane foam that expands beneath the concrete to lift and level the slabs. Unlike traditional methods, PolyLevel is lightweight, fast-curing, and resistant to washout, ensuring a long-lasting solution. After leveling the driveway, we applied NexusPro, a durable, UV-resistant sealant that prevents water, dirt, and debris from seeping into cracks. This helps protect the slab from erosion and damage caused by freeze-thaw cycles.

Now, Tom has peace of mind knowing his home is protected from water intrusion, and his driveway is smooth, stable, and ready for the market when it’s time to sell. Instead of being a red flag for buyers, his newly repaired driveway adds to the home’s curb appeal and value!

This was a classic foundation problem with a slight twist. One of the basement walls in this Lansing, MI rental homes was crumbling inward. The homeowner had installed a retaining wooden wall a few feet in front of the original to hold back dirt and other debris, but now, that wall was tilting inward as well. After a visit from a house inspector ended with a red tag, the homeowner knew he had to something about the wall.

Our PowerBrace system has been used to fix all types of different retaining walls and bowing foundations, so the crew was confident the system would get the job done here as well. The Powerbrace beams were installed the same way they always are, with the top of the beam being bracketed to the floor joists in the ceiling and the bottom of the beam securely installed into the foundation. The big difference between this and a typical PowerBrace installation was that the beams are usually in contact with the collapsing wall from top to bottom.  Since the wooden wall was only half the height of the basement, that wasn’t a possibility this time around. Like with every other PowerBrace system, these beams’ tightness can be adjusted after installation, so the retaining wall will continue to stand strong even as time passes. While PowerBrace is a permanent solution for this retaining wooden wall, Ayers offers a variety of systems that could have prevented the original stone wall from failing. If you’re at all worried about your own foundation, then be sure to give us a call before it’s too late.

Homeowners in Lansing, MI were experiencing frequent water puddles in the corner of their basement. The problem? No sump pump!

We installed SuperSump. With the option of a backup pump, this system can pump out up to 2,220 gallons of water per hour. As this basement has occasional puddles and damp areas, this pump system was a perfect fit as it will work to keep the basement dry and healthy for extended periods of time. 

This customer gave us a call after noticing a change in her basement walls. Large horizontal cracks, like the one seen in this before picture, are one of the key signs that a wall is starting to bow inwards due to outside soil pressure. There are several possible approaches for correcting bowing walls. In this particular case, we used our PowerBrace system.

The after photo shows one of the nine different steel beams and brackets used in that system. As you can see, the tops of the beams were attached to the floor joists in the ceiling with a special tightening bracket. The long bolt is what makes adjusting and tightening the system possible.  As the beams were installed, any pressure that was being applied to the foundation walls was shifted over to the PowerBrace system, allowing the wall to straighten back to its original position over time.

Because your basement walls are essential to your homes integrity, we urge you to call us as soon as you notice a buckling, bowing or collapsing wall like this. To find out more about the common signs of a failing foundation wall, click here.