Lansing, MI's Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Encapsulation & Foundation Repair Contractor

Jessie recently moved into her mother Jina’s longtime home in Lansing, MI. While she had always known about the basement occasionally leaking over the years, the issue had clearly grown worse. More concerning, a horizontal crack had formed along nearly the entire length of one foundation wall, bowing inward with a gap as wide as half an inch at its largest point. Jessie became increasingly worried about the structural integrity of the wall and the growing threat of water entering the basement. That’s when she reached out to the Ayers' Customer Care team.

During our free inspection and estimate, we discovered that the foundation crack was indeed compromising the home’s structural stability, and the water intrusion was contributing to potential mold growth - putting both safety and health at risk. Our System Design Specialist recommended installing a PowerBrace™ Wall Repair System to stabilize the bowing wall, along with a full perimeter WaterGuard® waterproofing system to keep the basement dry and protected for the long term.

Jessie and Jina were thrilled with the results and the peace of mind that came with a permanent solution. Now, Jessie can rest easy knowing their home is safe, their basement is dry, and they’ve made a valuable investment that not only protects their property but improves its overall safety and livability.

Gary and Alice, homeowners in Lansing, MI, recognized the potential issue of frozen pipes during the winter months. This concern was heightened by their son’s recent experience with a similar problem in a larger crawl space not too far from them. To alleviate their worries, Gary and Alice reached out to Ayers for a complimentary estimate and inspection to assess the conditions in their crawl space. They suspected that unsealed areas were allowing cold air to make it's way in, resulting in excessively cold temperatures and contributing to the chill in their home. After a comprehensive presentation of the proposed solution, they decided to proceed with Ayers. The production crew installed CleanSpace, an encapsulation and vapor barrier product, and utilized Foamax to seal the vacant spaces within the crawl space. This effective solution ensured that the crawl space would maintain a stable temperature throughout the winter months. As a result, Gary and Alice achieved peace of mind and enhanced energy efficiency in their home by preventing extreme cold from affecting their living space or bursting a pipe.

After moving into her charming older home in September 2024, Jessica quickly noticed troubling issues in the back room—a former porch converted decades ago. With her mother living with her, the home’s stability became a top concern. One of its shallow footers was sinking rapidly, causing cracks to reappear in the plaster walls. Determined to protect her home’s beauty and integrity, she knew she needed a lasting solution.

Unsure about the approach and cost suggested by another contractor, Jessica turned to Ayers Basement Systems for a second opinion. Our System Design Specialist took the time to thoroughly assess the situation, considering the home’s history and structural challenges. To provide lasting support, we recommended installing a helical pier foundation support system to stabilize the sinking footer and prevent further structural damage—all at a significantly lower cost than her previous estimate.

In just a short time, our crew expertly installed the foundation system, reinforcing and lifting the affected area. Jessica was relieved to find an effective, affordable solution, allowing her and her mother to feel safe in their home. Now, with the foundation stabilized and the cracks no longer a concern, Jessica can focus on preserving her home’s historic charm for years to come.

Our free inspection revealed significant moisture from water intrusion and poor insulation. To resolve this, we installed a CleanSpace® vapor barrier, preventing moisture buildup, and a TripleSafe™ Sump Pump with an extended discharge line to keep water out. We also air-sealed and insulated the rim joist, eliminating drafts and maintaining a stable indoor environment.

Now, Chris and Stacy can enjoy a dry, healthy home without worrying about musty air affecting their family's well-being. Their home is safer, more energy-efficient, and ready for years of happy memories.

Chris and Stacy’s crawl space was damp and uninsulated, leading to musty air and health concerns for their family. Ayers installed CleanSpace® encapsulation, a TripleSafe™ Sump Pump, and rim joist insulation to keep moisture out and maintain a healthy environment. Now, their home is dry, comfortable, and safe for years to come.

When Jessica Maloteau moved into her charming older home in September 2024, she quickly noticed troubling issues in the back room, a former porch converted decades ago. One of its shallow footers had been sinking rapidly, causing cracks to reappear in the lathe and plaster walls. She was determined to preserve her beautiful home.

After consulting with another contractor and feeling uncertain about their solution, Jessica turned to Ayers Basement Systems for a second opinion.

System Design Specialist Paul carefully evaluated the situation, considering the home’s history and unique challenges. Understanding Jessica’s concerns about affordability and overengineering, Paul provided a tailored, practical solution to stabilize the sinking footer while preserving the home’s character.

Thanks to Ayers’ expertise, Jessica can now confidently move forward, knowing her home is secure. The sinking footer is no longer a threat, and her vision of preserving this beautiful, historic house is finally within reach, ensuring it remains a safe and cherished space for years to come.

Lori noticed her old sump pump had failed, and water leaked into her basement. This wasn't a good sign, so she researched her options online and called Ayers to learn about our waterproofing solutions. We sent a crew of experts to her house to assess the situation, and they suggested installing the TripleSafe sump pump. TripleSafe is engineered to prevent and react to pump failure by including a backup pump and a battery-powered pump in case of power outages. Lori is confident in her new plan!

William noticed water leaking into his basement and pooling on the floor. He didn't want standing water in his basement, so he researched and called Ayers for help. We sent a team of experts to his home to evaluate and recommend a solution. They realized William's old sump pump had failed and recommended installing TripleSafe, a three-pump system designed to be proactive against pump failure. It contains a primary, a backup, and even a battery-powered pump for power outages. William can't believe how dry his basement is!

Chelsea noticed a musty smell in the living space of her home and wasn't sure where it originated. She searched her whole house for the source with no luck. After researching her options, she called Ayers to learn about our waterproofing solutions, and we sent a crew of professionals to her home. They evaluated the space and recommended the installation of CleanSpace, the vapor barrier designed to eliminate moisture entry and mold growth. CleanSpace is constructed of antimicrobial-lined material and applied to the crawl space floors and walls. Chelsea loves the fresh smell of her home! 

Scott's old sump pump was no longer in working condition and he needed it replaced. After researching his options online, he decided to call Ayers to learn about our waterproofing solutions. Our crew of specialists visited his home to evaluate the situation and they recommended installing the TripleSafe sump pump. TripleSafe is superior to standard sump pumps and specializes in preventing pump failure. The system is equipped with three pumps: the primary, the backup, and a battery-operated backup pump in case of power outages. Scott is much more comfortable with his new system!

Tammie was concerned the water leaking into her basement would lead to more serious issues, so she researched her options and called Ayers for help. Our crew of specialists visited her home to evaluate the situation and recommended installing WaterGuard, a more effective drainage pipe system. WaterGuard sits on top of the home's footing rather than beside it like most drainage pipes, preventing clogs. Tammie feels much better with a dry basement!

Linda's floor was freezing since the weather changed, and she couldn't stand dealing with cold feet. She needed the issue resolved, so she researched her options and called Ayers for help. Our professionals visited her home to evaluate and realized the vents in her crawl space allowed cold air underneath her house. They installed the CleanSpace vapor barrier, a highly durable and antimicrobial-lined material. CleanSpace deters moisture and cold air entry and consequently prevents cold feet. Linda loves her warm floor!

Margaret loves being a host for family gatherings, but the musty smell wafting through her house was more likely to turn people away. She knew she needed to find the culprit and get it fixed, so she researched and called Ayers for help. We sent a team of specialists to her home to inspect the situation and recommend a solution. They found a damp crawl space beneath her home and suggested installing the CleanSpace vapor barrier. CleanSpace is lined with antimicrobial material to prevent mold growth and is applied entirely to the crawl space floors and walls to eliminate moisture. Margaret feels much better about hosting now that her home smells fresh!

Lindsey had a nasty smell wafting through her home and couldn't stand it. She wasn't sure where it came from until she ventured into her moist and moldy crawl space. After researching her options, she decided to call Ayers to learn about our waterproofing solutions. Our experts visited her home to evaluate the situation, recommending CleanSpace, an antimicrobial-lined vapor barrier. CleanSpace is applied continuously to the crawl space floors and walls to deter moisture and prevent mold growth. Lindsey loves the fresh smell of her home!

John wanted to install an egress window into his foundation. After looking around, he decided to call Ayers to look over his options. After a specialist with Ayers looked over John's home, the team determined the best location and position for the window. Once the window for the basement was installed and secured, other waterproofing measures could be made.

John decided to have a window WellDuct Drain installed into the egress windows. The window Drain is attached directly to the base of the window and will allow any water pooling up by the window to be collected by the drain. Thus, as most egress windows will get water build-up, John's window will not and any moisture will be no problem!

Last, John decided to install a cover and lid by his window. A cover for the window will stop any erosion from the ground and will keep an opening for the window if it ever needs to be used. Lastly, the cover will keep anything out of the window as it will be sealed off!

Zul noticed that water was collecting in the corner of their basement. Unsure of where the water came from, she contacted Ayers to help find a solution. Our resident foreman Randy was happy to inspect the area and listen to Zul's concerns.

Randy realized the home's drainage system was not up to handle the amount of water that naturally surrounds the home. Randy decided to install a TripleSafe sump pump to manage the water, a WaterGuard system to control any water that the pump cannot handle, and a CleanSpace lining to protect the home from further water damage.

Gary noticed a large unsightly crack in his home's crawl space walls and did not want to take risks so he contacted Ayers. After our resident foreman Blade could inspect the area he realized the issue was from the foundation settling.

To remedy the issue Blade decided to have his team install Helical Piers on the home.

Helical Piers are a tool trusted by Ayers due to their non-intrusive nature compared to other foundational repair systems. The piers are long screw-shaped drives that are driven deep under the home at an angle. The drives keep going till they pass the weak soil and find new firm ground. The tops of the piers are capped with load-bearing caps that provide a flat surface for the home to rest upon.

Daniel noticed some curvature in her basement walls and water entering from the base. Not wanting to wait and allow for further, she contacted Ayers to find a solution. Our resident foreman Randy was able to inspect the area  and discovered the point where water was entering the home. To help the home manage the flow of water properly, Randy and his team installed a WaterGuard system.

WaterGuard is a system of draining channels that are connected to the home's sump pump. The channels are installed under the foundational floor and covered with poured concrete, making it invisible to the naked eye. The channels lead to an outlet pipe that takes the water far away from the home's foundation, depositing the water in a safe location.

Mitch was concerned when he noticed water in his home during the winter months. By the time he was able to do something about the problem the water disappeared. Not wanting to take risks, he contacted Ayers to see if someone could inspect the area.

Our foreman Randy was able to listen to Mitch's concerns and draft a plan to give him peace of mind. Randy noticed that the irregular flooding was a sign that the home was not equipped to handle water during different temperatures. Randy decided to install an IceGuard modification to give the drainage system extra support.

IceGuard is a modification that attaches to the pipes of the home's sump pump. Without the mod ice can build up when the pump pushes water through the system, risking buildups and ruptures. IceGuard is a simple attachment that requires no energy to function year-round.

This condo Association takes great pride in how they treat their residents. When one of their units began to show signs of cracks, they contacted Ayers to have a professional standard.

Our resident foreman Randy was able to inspect the area and did not think intrusive repairs were needed. Instead he installed PolyLevel to help seal cracks and even the flooring.

PolyLevel is a spray foam polymer that expands and moves under cracked concrete. The polymer is waterproof and levels the ground as it spreads. It is important not to wait because Polylevel can only be sprayed at temperatures above 40 degrees. When the Winter comes not much can be done and the weather can make the damage worse.

Pam noticed her system failure light on when her pump failed to remove water from her home. Confused, she contacted Ayers. Our resident foreman Randy was able to inspect the area and noticed the pump was not the issue. The discharge line that the home had was not installed by Ayers and was not equipped for the winter months. To solve the issue, Randy did light maintenance on the home's initial pump and installed an IceGuard modification.

IceGuard is a modification that attaches to the pipes of the home's sump pump. Without the mod ice can build up when the pump pushes water through the system, risking buildups and ruptures. IceGuard is a simple attachment that requires no energy to function year-round.

Victoria and Josh were excited to put a large home up for sale but had to halt when they ran into crawl space issues. Seeing the water come from the crawl space they knew they should call professionals like themselves. When Evan, our foreman here at Ayers, arrived he was able to identify the source of the water inside the home. Luckily the water was a recent issue, so there was no structural or foundational damage to assess.

Evan discovered that the pumps in the home were not equipped to handle the level of water entering the home. Even though the unit is equipped with a sump pump, the positioning of the home makes a high water yield inevitable. The solution he proposed and used was to install a WaterGuard system and an IceGuard modification for the winter months. Due to the location of the water, Evan also insulated the rim joist.

The WaterGuard system is installed with the ground of the foundation, creating channels that siphon water the pumps could not handle outside of the home. IceGuard modifications go above the pumps, preventing ice from blocking the pumps and causing an overflow. As a final touch, Evan and his team insulated the wood support of the home. With water inside the home, it is important to prevent mold from forming. The best way is to seal away anything mold could use as a food source.

When walls start to move around, it can be a scary thought.  Bending or bowing walls is actually common in a lot of Michigan homes due to factors like soil movement, freezing, and hydrostatic pressure.  To help prevent and fix wall bowing, we use a product called CarbonArmor.  CarbonArmor is a high tensile strength carbon fiber composite that attaches to both the wall, and the foundation, to add support and stability.  Another benefit to this technique is that installation is quick and minimally invasive.  If you're having issues with wall movement, just give us a call for more info! 

Robin & Steve, homeowners in the local Lansing, MI area noticed that their porch had begun to sink and pull away from the house. There were cracks in the front of the home where an area was separating from the rest of the home. Our experts calculated a plan to lift the home back to its original position and permanently support its weight, to do this we used a series of six helical piers. These piers are long steel shafts, that are advanced deep into the ground to competent soil. The footing of the home sits on top of these shafts using a heavy-duty steel anchor. We installed these anchors by excavating soil from around the exterior of the home until we reached the footing. We advanced the helical piers from there creating a solid and permanent solution, in finishing the job we replaced the removed soil. With these piers in place, we have allowed Robin & Steve’s home to regain its stability.

A Lansing, MI homeowner was experiencing water seepage in his basement, where the wall meets the floor. In seeking professional help, Kevin called us. We installed the WaterGuard in his home. The WaterGuard will protect the home from water leaking near foundation walls. It is designed to catch water seepage through walls and leaks along the wall/floor joint. This product will provide a quality solution and is cost effective as an added bonus. With this new system in place, Kevin’s basement will now be a dry usable space again.

Mary noticed her floors in her kitchen were starting to dip. Sinking floor can result from weakened floor joists due to moisture or columns being spaced too far apart. She wanted us to come in to raise and stabilize her floors.  We installed out Smart Jack stabilizing system. Smart Jacks are steel support systems that stabilize and level floor joists. They can support more than 60,000 pounds and provide the best opportunity to lift floors back to their original position.

Robert J. from Lansing, MI was experiencing water flooding into his basement and needed a fix – fast. He believed that sinking driveway was the reason that water was able to seep into the basement, filling the basement with one inch of water. 

We solved this issue with our patented WaterGuard French drain system and our SuperSump premier sump pump system. The WaterGuard drain sits below the basement floor, collecting all the water that seeps into the basement from the walls. After the water is caught by the drain, it is redirected to the SuperSump to be pumped out of the home.

The SuperSump is a sump pump specifically designed to keep your basement dry for long periods of time. Capable of pumping 2,220 gallons of water per hour, it is suitable for heavy water intrusion.

Our customer, Michelle A. of Lansing, Michigan, was having trouble with leaks in her basement. Water leaking into the basement was creating puddles on the floor for years until Michelle had had enough – and she reached out for our help. Thankfully, we had a solution.

We installed several of our patented waterproofing products for this job: the WaterGuard French drain system, the TripleSafe sump pump system, and the SaniDry XP standing dehumidifier. 

The WaterGuard drain rests below the basement floor and above the foundation footing in order to collect the water that seeps into the basement fro the walls. Once this water is collected in the drain, it is redirected to the sump pump to be pumped up and out of the basement.

The sump pump, in this case, is the TripleSafe sump pump. The TripleSafe is a sump pump that provides three levels of protection against water leakage. Whether it be normal water supply, heavy volumes of water, or in the case of a power outage, this sump pump will keep your basement dry. For normal water supply, the Zoeller ⅓ horsepower pump functions. At a heavier level, the Zoeller ½ horsepower pump activates. In the case of a power outage, the UltraSump backup sump pump will pump water on a backup battery.

Lastly, the SaniDry XP standing dehumidifier creates dry, clean air. It also reduces risk of mold growth, never needs to be emptied, and is 10 times more powerful than traditional dehumidifiers.

Erika E. from Lansing, MI was having trouble with water in her basement before she reached out t us. Heavy rains would lead to watering running into her basement and her sump pump would become backed up every time. This said, we had a solution. 

For this project, we installed our patented WaterGuard French drain system. WaterGuard rests below the basement floor and above the foundation footing, collecting water that seeps into the basement from the walls. After this water is collected by the drain, it is redirected to the sump pump to be pumped up and out of the home. 

This installment keeps Erika's basement dry and livable, once again. 

Our customer, Rodney P. of Lansing, Michigan dealt with a bowing basement wall before he reached out to us. A bowing wall becomes more dangerous day after day in a home, and Rodney needed a solution. 

We installed our patented PowerBrace wall repair system for this job. PowerBrace is a wall repair system that stabilizes tilting, bowing, or buckling basement walls. The system uses steel I-beams that secure to the joists above the wall. A tightening system can also we used to bring the wall back to its original position over time.

The owner of this home contacted us because there was water in the crawl space and that it was very cold. A cold and wet crawl space can transfer to the living areas above it. By installing our CleanSpace system you can save on energy bills over time. CleanSpace can be installed with SilverGlo insulation so make sure the space stays warm from the outside elements such as wind and snow. 

Jon K. got in contact with us because his basement walls were leaking water causing quite the issue in his basement. He really wanted a better sump pump installed and a better drainage system. After discussing what Jon wanted and what we knew would work we installed our TrenchGuard system with a new, working sump pump as well. 

The TrenchGuard perimeter system is going to work great for this situation because it will collect all the water leaking in through the walls and direct it to the sump pump. We work hard to ensure your basement stays dry and looks great when we leave.

Scott W. was experiencing foundation settlement in his home. One of the signs he noticed was his chimney beginning to come away from the home. Scott’s home was built in 1959 and had troubled soils under his home. Our team decided to install piers to address those troubled soils. The piers take on the weight of the home and transfer it to competent soils that can support the home. Piering can help to lift the home back to its original position and causes minimal disturbance during installation.

Tracy G. from Lansing, MI had a vertical crack in her foundation wall at the time that she called us. The crack was seeping water, and Tracy needed a fix – fast.

We installed our patented FlexiSpan cracked-cement sealant. FlexiSpan is flexible enough to move with the natural shift of your basement wall, providing a long-term waterproof seal. 

Say goodbye to the huge vertical crack, and say hello to FlexiSpan.

We got a call from Donna R. of Lansing, MI – and she needed our help. Water was leaking into her basement, discoloring the walls and peeling the paint. The water was leaking in through the walls and the floor. We had a solution for this problem.

We installed two of our favorite patented products: the WaterGuard French drain system and the TripleSafe sump pump system. The WaterGuard drain rests below the basement floor and above the foundation footing, collecting water that seeps into the basement from the walls and floor. After this water is in the drain, it is redirected to the sump pump (the SuperSump, in this case) to be pumped up and out of the home.

The TripleSafe is a sump pump that provides three levels of protection against water leakage. Whether it be normal water supply, heavy volumes of water, or in the case of a power outage, the sump pump will keep your basement dry. For normal water supply, the Zoeller ⅓ horsepower pump functions. At a heavier level, the Zoeller ½ horsepower pump activates. In the case of a power outage, the UltraSump backup sump pump will pump water on a backup battery. 

These two systems work in perfect harmony to provide a waterproofing system like never before.

When Donna S. from Lansing, MI gave us a call we knew she had a serious problem. She had a bowing foundation wall that could pose a threat to the structure of the home as a whole. A bowed wall could collapse and bring the house down with it, so we were determined to get this job done right.

We installed our patented PowerBrace foundation wall repair system that stabilizes tilting, bowing, or buckling basement walls. The system uses steel I-beams that secure to the joists above the wall. This offers the best protection against any structural failure, and can even be tightened by the homeowners over time to bring the wall back to its original position.

With this installment, Donna can rest easily. 

When several weeks had passed by with water leaking into her basement, Janet P. from Lansing, MI gave us a call. She wanted to fix this problem because not only does water destroy belongings in a basement, but it also causes humidity, congestion, peeling paint, and sticking doors and windows. Thankfully for Janet, we have a foolproof solution.

We installed our patented and customer favorite: the WaterGuard French drain system. WaterGuard rests below the basement floor and above the foundation footing, catching water seepage that enters in from the walls of the basement. After this water is in the drain, it is transported to the sump pump to be pumped up and out of the home.

This customer contacted us because he was concerned with some blocks that were leaning in his basement foundation wall. He was looking for a solution that would make the home’s foundation more structurally sound. Thankfully, our team of experts knew that the PowerBrace system would be the perfect solution. Strong steel I-beams were installed on the joists above the wall and in the floor at the base of the wall. Once secured into place with steel brackets, the wall was immediately stabilized. The joists in the home were also reinforced to further support the wall and the rest of the home above.

This customer had water leaking out of his cement block basement walls. The water was beginning to puddle on the ground and the homeowner was looking for a reliable fix. We used WaterGuard, an effective perimeter drainage system to collect and discard water into the home’s sump pump to prevent it from leaking out onto the floor. The specialized pipes were installed underneath the flooring with a small opening that allowed water to easily enter the system.

Rhonda W. was preparing to buy a house and ran into an unpleasant surprise. Unfortunately, the home had a waterproofing issue. There was no major standing water but she wanted to address the issue before it became more serious. This customer needed a solution she knew she could count on. 

During our inspection of the home we found that there was no outlet for the water to escape, only a hole in the basement floor for the water to seep into. We installed a TripleSafe Sump Pump, to effectively pump the water out of Rhonda's basement that also inlcudes a back up battery in case of a power outage.  In addition to the TripleSafe, we installed WaterGuard around the perimeter of the basement so the water drains right into the sump pump. 

The combination of Waterguard and TripleSafe sump pump addresses Rhonda's wet basement issues by ensuring the water is being pumped out of her basement and any additional water entering is guided to the drain outlet in the sump pump.

Jennifer W. of Lansing, MI had water coming in at the corners of her basement. She had some cracks in the corners, as well.

To fix this problem, we installed our patented WaterGuard system. The WaterGuard French drain system rests below the floor and above the foundation footing, collecting water that seeps in through the walls. WaterGuard then directs the water to the sump pump. 

For a sump pump, we installed our TripleSafe sump pump system. TripleSafe offers three levels of protection against water leakage. Normal water supply, heavy volumes of water, or in the case of a power outage, this sump pump will keep your basement dry.

Breanna E. of Lansing, MI had a bowing foundation wall that was presenting a danger to the home and its residents. If the wall collapsed, it could destroy the home and injure the people within it.

To remedy this issue, we installed our PowerBrace foundation wall repair system. PowerBrace is made of steel I-beams that secure to the joists above the wall. They are built to stabilize bowing, tilting, or buckling foundation walls. PowerBrace are so strong that they may even be able to return foundation walls to their original position. 

Richard M. from Lansing, MI had water and mold issues in his basement before he called us. These things can be very bad for a home -- sticking doors and windows and an increased chance to develop asthma. 

Our solution? WaterGuard. Our WaterGuard French drain system was installed by jackhammering out the perimeter of the basement for the WaterGuard to rest in. WaterGuard sits below the floor and above the foundation footing, collecting water that drains in from the wall. No water, no mold. 

Herschel R. from Lansing, MI had his basement fully finished -- or so he thought. He noticed mold and mildew in one corner of the basement. He holds weekly pool games in the basement and he wanted to resolve the problem so he could continue to hold pool games at his home. Another company has done work at his home in the past but he was very dissatisfied with them.

We first installed our patented WaterGuard French drain system. WaterGuard rests below the basement floor and above the foundation footing, collecting water that seeps in through the walls. WaterGuard then redirects the water to the basement's sump pump. 

Following that, we installed our EverLast finished wall restoration system. EverLast adds insulation to the basement and works perfectly with WaterGuard, keeping the basement a dry, clean, finished environment.

Jean S. from Lansing, MI used to deal with her basement leaking when it rained. This can lead to mold growth in the basement and humidity downstairs as well as upstairs.

Our solution? Well, we first started by installing our WaterGuard French drain system. WaterGuard rests below the floor and above the foundation footing, collecting water that comes in through the walls. WaterGuard then directs the water to the sump pump. 

After that, we installed our patented TripleSafe sump pump system. TripleSafe provides three levels of protection against water leakage. Normal water supply, heavy volumes of water, or in the case of a power outage, this sump pump will keep a basement dry.

Margaret had water coming into her basement. The walls were covered with a white moisture blocking paint but it seemed like everywhere you looked, the white walls were stained along the bottom couple of feet from water intrusion despite the barrier. In one corner the paint was bubbling and falling off the wall, leaving paint flakes scattered all over the floor. Margaret needed a reliable solution. What we were able to do for her for no small transformation. Along the perimeter walls, we installed our WaterGuard drainage system by removing some concrete at the base of the walls to expose the footer. The drain sits right on the footer where it's able to collect moisture from wall cracks or from the seam between the walls and the floor where moisture commonly enters. Concrete was replaced over top of the drain so that it almost wasn't even noticeable. The drain directs water to her new TripleSafe sump pump which has a series of 3 pumps. One pump handles most of the work. A second pump acts as a backup to that pump. A third pump operates on a battery backup in the event of a power outage. Finally, Margaret opted to add a SaniDry XP dehumidifier to remove harmful water vapors from the air, improving the quality of the air she is breathing and preventing the growth of mold. Her basement is thoroughly protected and she will no longer have to worry about unreliable and inconsistent diy repairs.

Jenna called about her basement. She told us that they were experiencing significant water issues since they had moved into their home six years ago. Whenever there were heavy rains or thawing, standing water became present in the basement. There was no sump pump to drain the water. The walls were dry so the water seemed to be coming in at the base of the walls. The answer for Jenna was a WaterGuard drainage system. WaterGuard is a french drain system that is installed below the slab along the perimeter of the basement. The system creates a small gap at the base of the walls allowing water to enter the system and direct it to a sump pump system which we also installed to remove the water from the home. Now Jenna is protected from the water that had been plaguing them for years and she can enjoy the sound of summer rain rather than stressing out over it. 

Victoria’s basement windows had been leaking water down to her carpet floor. Water can dampen and destroy carpet floors, sometimes even causing mold. All the damage couldn’t be traced back to the windows, though. The poured concrete walls below the windows were also leaking. Our system design specialist went out to Lansing, MI to create a plan that would help do away with Victoria’s leaking water and protect her finished basement.

First up for the crew was cutting away the damaged and leaky drywall. Once the crew had access to the drywall, they attached the ducts to the wall below the windows. The ducts will then funnel the leaking water to the drainage system below the foundation floor. For the other cracks in the walls, the crew installed our FlexiSpan system. With two flexible layers of polyurethane that stand up to water, wall leaks won’t threaten Victoria’s home anymore. The first layer plugs up the leaks and the other creates a drainage layer that leads to the perimeter drainage system just like the window well duct. The perimeter drainage system the crew used was our WaterGuard. It sits in the floor and wall joint around the entire basement and collects any water that runs down. Once all of the water is in the WaterGuard system, it will then be pumped out by one of our most reliable sump pump systems, the SuperSump. Victoria’s finished basement is now fully protected from leaks and floods.

Carol’s basement was a disaster. It was damp, smelly,  and she was pretty sure she there was mold down there, as well. It had become too much to deal with. Not that anyone wants to live above a moldy basement, but Carol’s grandchildren would regularly visit the home, and the last thing she wanted was for the mold to affect them, too. She originally called us back in September of last year for a solution but decided to back out before the installation took place. After a few months passed and the basement’s conditions continued to worsen, she knew that she had to do something about the problem.

One of our system design specialist met with Carol at her Lansing, MI home and spent the day going over the possible solutions to eradicate the mold from her home and keep it out. What they settled on was a full waterproofing system. The system would include DryTrak, a perimeter drainage system, to collect water that ran through the cracks, the very reliable SuperSump sump pump system to discharge water, and lastly, an IceGuard protective shield and lawnscape outlet to give the water somewhere to go. The water that was causing the dampness and mold in the basement was leaking through Carol’s walls and then flowing down to the floor. DryTrak sits around the perimeter of the basement and will catch any water that follows this pattern. Once water is in the system, it will flow to the SuperSump, capable of discharging over 2,000 gallons of water per hour, and be pumped out. As the water flows through the discharge line, it will have 2 options for disposal. The goal is for all water to make it to Carol’s lawnscape outlet and be deposited into the yard. But if the lines freeze over during one of those Michigan winters, the IceGuard protective shield will spray the water away from the foundation as soon as it exits the basement. The complete system took two days to install, but it will protect Carol and her grandchildren for years to come. 

Colleen recently noticed that her Lansing, MI home had water coming through the basement walls and her floor was damp. She gave us a call to hear about her options, and we sent out a system design specialist to help her out.

The most efficient fix for leaking walls in multiple places is a perimeter drainage system. Once in place, the system will collect any water that leaks down the walls and discharge it outside. When our crew arrived, they found out that there would need to be a slight tweak to the perimeter drainage system. For most basement perimeter systems, we use the below ground WaterGuard system. However, since Colleen’s floor was monolithic (the footing and floor were poured together), attempting to install a WaterGuard system would be lengthy and create quite a mess. Instead, they put in a DryTrak system, which is a perimeter drainage system that sits above the floor but acts the same way. The system was then connected to a newly installed SuperSump. It’s one of our most reliable sump pump systems, capable of discharging over 2,000 gallons of water an hour. Colleen’s basement is now permanently protected from leaks and dampness.

Maria and Monell from Lansing, MI gave us a call because they had been dealing with basement issues. Other than the wet basement floor, their home was dealing with a unique problem: each room was a different temperature. All in all, Maria and Monell were looking for both a waterproofing and an energy efficiency solution.

First up for the crew was tackling the water issue on the basement floor. Maria and Monell weren’t able to locate the source of the leak when they checked the basement themselves, but they could see water puddling. Our system design specialist knows all the typical spots of water leakage and was able to determine that the water was leaking in through the walls. The typical solution for this is a perimeter drainage system that will sit in the floor and wall joint and collect water. Once inside of the drainage system, the water needs a place to go for discharge. In this case, it’s our most reliable sump pump system, the TripleSafe sump, which the crew installed. The crew was able to trace the cause of the temperature differences to humidity, most likely from the moisture leaking in.  Our SaniDry XP dehumidifier operates in temperatures much lower than most dehumidifiers, meaning it can continue to manage and control moisture when other systems could not. With better control over humidity comes better control over temperature. Thanks to the wide range of the SaniDry the temperatures of these rooms won’t only be even, they’ll be ideal. 

Jon had given us a call last year about his repeatedly flooding basement. The flooding wasn’t a surprise, especially when you consider that the flooring of the old house was cracking so much there were spots where Jon could see tree roots and dirt. After meeting with one of our system design specialists, Jon decided to wait and see if he could solve the problem on his own. When the water issues showed no sign of going away, Jon knew he needed to ask for help.

Our system design specialist took another trip out to Grand Rapids, MI and immediately saw that the current solution – an old floor drain - wasn’t going to cut it. Water that leaks down walls will usually puddle at the floor and wall joints and Jon had even seen mold growing there. Our solution to this is to install a perimeter drainage system in that exact spot. One small difference between Jon’s basement and many of our other perimeter system projects was that he had a monolithic floor, meaning the most efficient way to capture that water was with an above floor system. Our DryTrak perimeter system is exactly that. The system sits above ground, and once water is captured into the pipes, it will be directed to Jon’s new SuperSump for discharge. The SuperSump system is one of our most reliable sump pump systems and will discharge the water at a safe distance away from the foundation through a lawnscape outlet.

Jon was very pleased to finally have his basement dry and protected. 

Art called during that February thaw we had in Lansing, realizing that every time it rained or the snow melted, one corner of his basement was flooding. 

We installed WaterGuard on the affected side of the house, including marking out a space to install a sump pump in the future if the basement needed it and the homeowner decided to upgrade. Thinking ahead like this helps us avoid extra work and headaches later, so all he'll have to do is call us and the plans are already in place.

It's a good thing Art took care of the problem when he did, with all of the snowstorms and subsequent thaws we've had since February.

"I bought a house two years ago," Jonathan said. "And the biggest problem is the poorly built crawl space. I'm not in a hurry, just figuring out how much it's going to cost me to deal with this."

For something you barely ever see, crawl spaces have quite the ability to wreak havoc on our lives. And this one was quite a piece of work, as poorly built as Jonathan said. Although he had originally said he was in no hurry, after having one of our System Design Specialists out to assess the problem, he decided to go ahead and schedule the work and get it off of his plate and his mind.

We had to do a ton of debris removal in the space, as you can see from the attached photo. After we were working with a level surface, we installed not only the trusted CleanSpace vapor barrier system, but also two new sump pumps to take care of the ambient moisture problems and an EverLast crawl space door to seal the space from the elements outside.

Sometimes taking the first step to solve a problem ends up being the only step you need. 

"I bought a house two years ago," Jonathan said. "And the biggest problem is the poorly built crawl space. I'm not in a hurry, just figuring out how much it's going to cost me to deal with this."

For something you barely ever see, crawl spaces have quite the ability to wreak havoc on our lives. And this one was quite a piece of work, as poorly built as Jonathan said. Although he had originally said he was in no hurry, after having one of our System Design Specialists out to assess the problem, he decided to go ahead and schedule the work and get it off of his plate and his mind.

We had to do a ton of debris removal in the space, as you can see from the attached photo. After we were working with a level surface, we installed not only the trusted CleanSpace vapor barrier system, but also two new sump pumps to take care of the ambient moisture problems and an EverLast crawl space door to seal the space from the elements outside.

Sometimes taking the first step to solve a problem ends up being the only step you need. 

Mark had significant water coming into his basement. He scheduled an appointment with sales representative, Phil K. from Ayers Basement Systems to have his leaky basement fixed.

Ayers was able to install a 4" IceGuard and LawnScape Outlet for his basement sump pump with a brand new lid and discharge line. This effectively drained the water from his basement to the discharge line outside, keeping him protected from water damage in the future.

The waterproofing job was completed in one day, with a lasting solution to a dry, healthy, usable basement.

Mark had significant water coming into his basement. He scheduled an appointment with sales representative, Phil K. from Ayers Basement Systems to have his leaky basement fixed.

Ayers was able to install a 4" IceGuard and LawnScape Outlet for his basement sump pump with a brand new lid and discharge line. This effectively drained the water from his basement to the discharge line outside, keeping him protected from water damage in the future.

The waterproofing job was completed in one day, with a lasting solution to a dry, healthy, usable basement.

Carol’s basement in her building had cracks in the walls and water was starting to leak in. It was a clutter, damp space and the foundation was settling. She quickly called upon Ayers Basement Systems to help her excavate the water in her basement and waterproof it.

Ayers Basement Systems installed Canyon Beige basement finishing floor tiles with a section of Parquet Tiles and finished the job with BrightWall basement wall paneling to keep the space dry and bright. They also finished the ceiling to complete the whole project.

Overall, the basement was turned into a dry, usable space that Carol is able to utilize for whatever she pleases. Her basement waterproofing job was also completed in just one day, leaving her with no time constraints on being able to use her basement.

Carol’s basement in her building had cracks in the walls and water was starting to leak in. It was a clutter, damp space and the foundation was settling. She quickly called upon Ayers Basement Systems to help her excavate the water in her basement and waterproof it.

Ayers Basement Systems installed Canyon Beige basement finishing floor tiles with a section of Parquet Tiles and finished the job with BrightWall basement wall paneling to keep the space dry and bright. They also finished the ceiling to complete the whole project.

Overall, the basement was turned into a dry, usable space that Carol is able to utilize for whatever she pleases. Her basement waterproofing job was also completed in just one day, leaving her with no time constraints on being able to use her basement.

East Lansing, MI resident, Donald has lived in his home for about three years. Within the past year he started noticing that water was leaking into the basement.  With intentions to live in this home for another 15 years or so, Donald decided to contact Ayers in hopes to solve this problem. 

The installation crew arrived just a few short days later to complete the job.  The crew installed CleanSpace, a SuperSump, and an UltraSump.  The number one reason for basement flooding is due to sump pump failure. The UltraSump backup battery will kick on in the event that the main pump fails for whatever reason, preventing a possible wet basement in the future. Donald was more than satisfied with the work that Ayers did to his basement and now he no longer has to live in fear of a wet basement.