Licensed Basement Waterproofing & Foundation Repair in Kewadin, MI

A lakeside cottage in Kewadin, MI, offered stunning views but suffered from a damp crawl space and an outdated sump pump. Concerned about moisture intrusion and structural risks, the new owners called Ayers for a free inspection.

System Design Specialist Rob recommended a SmartSump® sump pump, CleanSpace® encapsulation, and a self-emptying dehumidifier. The Ayers team removed the failing sump pump, installed the SmartSump®, encapsulated the dirt floor and walls with CleanSpace®, and set up the dehumidifier to manage moisture and maintain a dry environment.

With their crawl space now protected, the homeowners can fully enjoy their cottage, knowing it’s safe and secure for years to come.

After it stopped raining outside, Nick realized he had water moisture coming inside and entering his crawl space. He wasn't sure how to fix the problem, so he called Ayers to learn more about our waterproofing solutions. We sent a team of experts to Nick's home, and after evaluating the space, they recommended the installation of the CleanSpace vapor barrier. CleanSpace is durable and prepared to be walked and crawled on. The crew applies the anti-microbial lined material entirely to the crawl space floors and walls to eliminate moisture and prevent mold growth. Nick's happy his crawl space is dry!

Holly J. of Kewadin, MI had water flooding into her basement for two months straight before she finally reached out to us for help.

We installed two great waterproofing products for this job: the SuperSump premier sump pump system and the WaterGuard French drain system. The SuperSump 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.

The WaterGuard drain rests below the basement floor and above the foundation footing, catching all the water that seeps into the basement from the walls. After the water is in the drain it is directed to the sump pump -- the SuperSump -- to be pumped up and out of the basement. 

Daniel F. of Kewdin, MI used to have a lot of water come into his crawl space seasonally. Because of all the issues this water's moisture can cause, Daniel gave us a call to get a professional solution.

Our fix? The SmartSump crawl space sump pump system. The SmartSump is specifically designed for crawl spaces and can provide all the protection you need from leaks and floods. The SmartSump comes equipped with a cast-iron Zoeller primary pump with the option of adding an UltraSump Battery Backup sump pump. 

Mekia B. of Kewadin, MI has a home near a lake, making her crawl space filled with water. This can be a serious problem, allowing for moisture to travel up into the home. This can lead to peeling paint, sticking doors and windows, etc. Thus, Mekia called us.

Our solution? The CleanSpace crawl space encapsulation system and the SmartSump crawl space sump pump system. We began the project by installing the CleanSpace system. CleanSpace is a 20mm thick plastic lining that completely seals off the crawl space form all surrounding elements. No cold air, moisture, dirt, or water will stand a chance with the CleanSpace in place. CleanSpace is also developed with anti-microbial properties that prevent mold growth.

The SmartSump is specifically designed for crawl spaces and can provide all the protection you need from leaks and floods. This sump pump is designed to fit with the CleanSpace liner and has a sump alarm to ensure you are always aware of any water in your crawl space.

Say goodbye to your wet, dirty crawl space, Mekia!

Daniel and Elaine had recently purchased a new lake home. During the sale, the past owners let them know that the two crawl spaces took in water seasonally. So when they moved into their new home, Daniel and Elaine immediately called a contractor out to install a vapor barrier in one of the crawl spaces. They knew they would have to do something to keep water out of the other crawl space as well, but before they could, they had to deal with another water issue on the other side of the home. Shortly after moving in, they discovered that water would flow down their driveway and into the garage. Hoping to kill two birds with one stone, they called up the waterproofing experts.

Instead of an additional vapor barrier, this time around Daniel and Elaine asked for a drain and sump pump in the crawl space to get water out. The drain was laid around the perimeter and middle of the crawl space to catch any water that leaked through the walls or floor. Once the drain was installed, the crew covered it with stones to protect it from potential clogs while allowing for easy passage of liquid. The sump will then direct the water to a lawnscape outlet outside. The water that had been leaking into Daniel and Elaine’s garage will meet a similar fate. Before reaching the garage, then water will enter a trench drain that sits in front of the garage and then flow to a different lawnscape outlet. With two brand new drain system, Daniel and Elaine won't have to worry about water entering any part of their new lake home.