Your Proven Lenawee County, MI Basement & Crawl Space Repair Experts

This Cement City, MI home had settled foundation with uneven floors on one side of the property. The homeowner had questionable work done on the issue in the past, although the problem still existed.  

To stabilze the sagging beams and raise the uneven floors we installed SmartJacks. We first removed sections of flooring at each SmartJack location and then filled the area with crushed stone. We then placed a structural footing in the stone that ensured the columns were held tightly in place. Next we installed new support beams in the ceiling of the basement to replace the old, sagging ones originally found in the home. After that we size and cut galvanized steel columns to perfectly fit the height of the basement and attached them to the footing in the floor. The top of the columns were securely attached to the beams above and we tightened the system to immediately stabilize the floors and walls above

The driveway and porch step on this Cement City home had sunk down several inches from its original location. The homeowner wanted to level the sunken slab and lift the settled porch to improve the look of the home and prevent any safety issues.

We used the PolyLevel system to level the sunken concrete. Several holes were drilled into the concrete slabs, which were then filled with specialized polymers. These polymers expanded to lift the slabs back to their proper level. The polymers were dense and lightweight to ensure the slab was lifted effectively while dealing with the weak soil issue below the slabs that caused them to sink in the first place.

Justin K. in Onsted, MI noticed the brick at the corner of his home dropped about a half inch.  This means that the foundation is settling. Foundation settlement is never a good thing. The soil below his home could no longer support the weight of his home causing the foundation of his home to sink.

Our professional team knew something had to be done in order to avoid further damage to the home. Helical piers were installed to combat the sinking foundation. Helical piers are a steel piering system that can be installed from the exterior or interior of the home.  The main job of the piering system is to lift the home back to its original position. In order to install helical piers, the soil is removed from the area where the piers will be installed. Once proper depths are achieved, heavy-duty foundation brackets are positioned below the footing. The weight of the home is then transferred through the helical piers to deep, competent soils. Lifting the home back toward its original position is attempted, and the soil around the installation is then replaced.

Justin's home is well on its way to being lifted back to its original position!  

These homeowners have owned their home for about 3 years and noticed water coming in their basement. They had their eaves troughs cleaned out which ended up not helping. They called us in for our expertise advice and found out that the water was coming in through the floor. We then got to work and installed a WaterGuard system. WaterGuard is a perimeter floor system that collects any water that comes in through the floor or walls and directs it to the sump pump. Sometimes we will also install cross tiles to go through the center of the floor to ensure any water entering the basement gets back outside and doesn't ruin your house.

Arguably the best part of owning your home is being able to customize it to your liking. When Bill decided to upgrade his kitchen he began to notice things that haven’t been updated since the late 1800’s when the house was originally built. Among those things was his crawl space. The area included dirt floors, miscellaneous debri, and mold. In order to complete the newly renovated look Bill was hoping for, he gave Ayers Basement Systems a call to tackle all of his basement concerns. 

To solve Bill’s problem we simply followed the process of elimination

1. Eliminate the debris

2. Eliminate moisture

3. Eliminate the mold

First our team removed the debris that cluttered the crawl space floor. By disposing of the trash we immediately got rid of items that harbored mold and provided us with a clean canvas to start step number two 一 eliminating the moisture. To eliminate the moisture, we encapsulated the crawl space with our CleanSpace Liner. The CleanSpace Liner is a thick, durable liner similar to a pool liner that keeps crawl spaces dry and odor free. It’s quick installation and long-lasting properties makes this a must-have when you’re looking to upgrade your home. 

Ultimately, by following the other two steps, Ayers Basement Systems will have your home odor-free, moisture-free, and mold-free in no time!

Dan’s home was experiencing bowing walls in the basement. Bowing walls are a sign of an unstable foundation and need to be taken care of quickly so Dan called our team. Our team came out and installed the PowerBrace System. PowerBrace puts any bowing, buckling, or tilting walls back in their place. The system will stop any further damage. The steel I-beams are secured to the joists with steel brackets above the wall. This system is installed quickly with no exterior excavation and installs quickly with minimal disruption in your home. This system will ensure that any further bowing is stopped and any future bowing won’t happen. Dan is protected from now on and can let go any stress an unstable foundation might be causing.

Curtis was conflicted on what to do about his damp crawl space that was getting worse each day. He looked around at his options and decided he should give Ayers a call! We had our professionals come out to his home to inspect his crawl space for free. After this inspection our System Design Specialists recommended Curtis have us install CleanSpace, SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier, and our EverLast Door.

With CleanSpace, this thick and durable plastic liner will run along the crawl space floor. The vapor barrier property it holds will prevent this excess moisture and water issue he was having in his crawl space. This will also handle any bacteria or mold growth since it is made with inorganic material. Next we added our SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier to the mix which will dry and clean the air. This is the highest performing dehumidifier out there and will even reduce his heating bill! Lastly, we installed our EverLast Door which will keep any debris, outdoor air, and pests out of your crawl space, further protecting it.

Curtis was happy that Ayers was able to help with these irritating water issues in his crawl space so he no longer has to stress about it!

Janet was concerned when her first-level floors began to slop so she contacted Ayers Basement for an inspection. Upon arrival, our foreman Evan was able to diagnose the issue, telling Janet that her foundation has begun to settle.

Evan prescribed a set of SmartJack piers that would reinforce the Supportworks. The ground surrounding the foundation became unfirm due to the amount of water collecting around the base of the home. To correct this issue Evan installed a TripleSafe sump pump, with three levels of protection against floods, to help control the amount of water around the home. Finally, he fitted the home with an IceGuard modification to ensure the pipes flow regularly, year-round.

Cathy bought her Onsted, MI home from her mother and as been there for 30 years. It used to be a funeral home in the 1800s, so Cathy is keen on keeping the property up to date and safe. The mortar in her basement has began to crumble between the stones on three of the walls. She witnessed our crew applying Shotcrete on a customer's home and was very impressed, so she decided to call Ayers for her own home. Our crew came out for an inspection and determined that she was a perfect candidate for Shotcrete. 

Shotcrete is a sprayable concrete that stabilizes basement walls and fills any holes that let in unwanted water or air. It’s applied though a high-pressure hose. The extra air propelling the concrete out is what makes the Shotcrete able to be applied to vertical and sloping surfaces. 

Cathy was thrilled with the work performed by Ayers and the crew. She wants to preserve her historic home as best as possible and was completely confident in our abilities.

Ronald was hoping to receive a permanent fix for his bowing basement wall. He called Ayers to unravel the best course of action for his compromised foundation support. Our crew inspected the home and determined our CarbonArmor solution would stabilize this wall. This solution consists of straps made from a fiber-reinforced polymer that is ten times stronger than steel. These straps are attached to the wall with a special epoxy resin and then secured to the joists above with steel brackets. The straps also span the entire length of the wall for maximum support. CarbonArmor can stabilize these vital foundation walls and secure them against future bowing. Ronald was pleased with the results of this quick and efficient installation!

Marsha had significant foundation issues as her basement walls were cracking. She knew the cracks would only escalate over time, so she called Ayers. A crew was sent to her home for a free inspection to ensure our recommendations were accurate. Our system design specialists suggested PowerBrace. This system uses steel beams that secure to the joists above the foundation wall. The braces can potentially straighten the walls back to their original position. If your foundation walls are bowing, buckling, or shifting it's essential to address these issues with a foundation repair system like PowerBrace as soon as possible!

Mike was frustrated with water pooling in his basement during power outages. He decided to call Ayers and learn how to defend against power outage water leakage in his home. We sent a team of specialists to evaluate the situation. They recommended the UltraSump system to protect from sump pump failure by providing a battery-powered backup pump. In addition, the UltraSump system includes an alarm to inform the homeowner it has turned on. Mike was excited to worry about one less thing during the next blackout!

Alexander was worried about water draining into his crawl space. He knew it could cause damage to the structure of his home, so he called Ayers. A team of specialists examined the issue and decided WaterGuard was the best solution. WaterGuard is a drainage pipe system engineered to reduce clogs and placed on top of rather than alongside the footing, unlike other drainage pipes. Alexander is happy his crawl space is dry!

Mac hoped to eradicate the puddles of water in his basement once and for all. He has worked with Ayers before, so he trusted us to eliminate this frustrating issue. We suggested our WaterGaurd and TripleSafe sump pump systems to keep water out of the basement. WaterGuard collects water leaking through the walls into its subfloor drain that we install along the basement's perimeter. The specially designed piping rests on top of the foundation's footing, avoiding the mud-zone prone to clogs. Any water gets redirected to TripleSafe, a three-pump system fitting in one trustworthy liner. We attach a battery pack to the third pump to ensure the system stays running during any power failures. Mac is happy with the professional waterproofing solutions provided to him!