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As the home to Michigan State University, East Lansing has a strong academic and cultural influence, including lively community events, restaurants, shops, and sports venues. However, most homeowners know that, despite the entertaining surroundings, the humid continental climate could cause trouble for their houses. This includes snowy winters, humid summers, rainy springs, and unpredictable seasonal changes.

Ayers Basement Systems has been the trusted company in East Lansing for proven basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and foundation repair services since 1981! We have helped over 25,000 homeowners with their basement, crawl space, and foundation problems. When you work with us, all work will be performed with integrity, and you will receive exceptional service and value. We know that safety and peace of mind are priorities for every homeowner. That's why we offer patented, industry-leading products and exceptional warranties for your basement, crawl space, or foundation project.

To get started on your waterproofing or foundation repair, contact us today to schedule your inspection and free cost estimate today!

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Basement Waterproofing in East Lansing

Do you have a water or moisture problem in your basement or crawl space? Ayers Basement Systems is an experienced waterproofing contractor in East Lansing that offers effective solutions tailored to your home's specific needs. We install interior drainage systems, sump pumps, and dehumidifiers to keep your basement or crawl space dry and prevent mold and rot. Our waterproofing system comes with a transferable lifetime warranty.

Common water problems in East Lansing:

  • Freeze-thaw cycles from winter and summer cause expanding and contracting, leading to foundation cracks, heave, and settlement.
  • Snowmelt and rainfall oversaturate soil, increasing hydrostatic pressure and causing bowing walls and flooding.
  • Between the moisture intrusion issues and high summer humidity, this creates the perfect environment for mold growth, musty smells, and structural damage.
  • The changing wet and dry periods between the seasons lead to shrinkage in the soil supporting the home, causing foundation settlement.

Our Waterproofing System

Whatever the reason for the water in your basement — whether it's leaking wall cracks, leaking basement windows, a high water table, or even a burst pipe- we provide solutions that are guaranteed to keep your foundation dry. A drainage channel is installed along the perimeter of your basement floor. This hidden drainage channel collects water that's entered your basement and carries it to a high-efficiency sump pump that pumps the water out of your home and away from the foundation. We can also install a SaniDry dehumidifier to control the relative humidity and help prevent mold growth and wood rot.

Contact us today to meet with one of our East Lansing waterproofing specialists.

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Crawl Space Encapsulation & Waterproofing in East Lansing

Ayers Basement Systems will provide a permanent solution to rid your crawl space of water leaks, moisture, and mold. We offer a wide range of crawl space waterproofing and repair solutions for homes in East Lansing, including crawl space vapor barriers and encapsulation, drainage systems, sump pumps, dehumidifiers, and pier and beam supports. Our CleanSpace crawl space vapor barrier includes a 25-year warranty against rips and tears. With a CleanSpace encapsulated crawl space, you'll no longer have to worry about water, moisture, or mold, and you'll gain safe storage space that will add value to your home!

Foundation Repair in East Lansing

While some foundation cracking and foundation settlement are normal, others require foundation repair. The best way to determine whether you need foundation repair is to have a trained, experienced professional evaluate your home.

We repair:

  • Foundation cracks
  • Bowing basement walls
  • Sunken basement floors
  • Settling foundations
  • Uneven concrete slabs

If you do need your foundation repaired, Ayers Basement Systems uses products designed and tested by structural engineers, including wall anchors, wall braces, foundation and slab piers, and pier and beam jacks. We also level sunken concrete slabs, lifting them back to their original position. We design custom foundation repair solutions specific to your home's needs.

If you need foundation repair for your home in East Lansing, give us a call to schedule a foundation inspection and free cost estimate.

Concrete Leveling in East Lansing

Sunken concrete slabs are typically repaired using mudjacking or slab jacking. Ayers Basement Systems uses a better alternative method called PolyLevel®. PolyLevel® involves drilling holes in the slab and injecting an expanding foam, which lifts the slab back to its original position. We use PolyLEVEL to fix sunken sidewalks, driveways, stairs, pool decks, patios, and more. PolyLevel® offers several advantages over traditional mudjacking:

  • Small, penny-sized drill holes
  • Lightweight material - no additional stress on a weak soil base
  • Won't wash away
  • Ready for weight in just 15 minutes

If you need basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, foundation repair, or concrete leveling, contact the professionals at Ayers Basement Systems today to schedule your on-site evaluation and estimate in East Lansing or a surrounding area in Michigan.

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Before and After Pictures from East Lansing

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Egress Window Provides Escape Plan for East Lansing Basement

A new homeowner in East Lansing, MI, wanted to enhance their recently purchased property by installing an egress window. Before the installation, the basement felt cramped and lacked natural light, making it less inviting. More importantly, the absence of an egress window posed safety concerns in the event of a fire, limiting escape routes.

We installed an egress window to address these issues, transforming the basement into a more functional and brighter space. This upgrade provides an emergency escape plan and adds valuable living space to the home. The homeowners can now enjoy a safer, more welcoming basement that enhances their new property's overall value and comfort.

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Bright, Clean and Dry Crawl Space Transformation in East Lansing, MI

Amy and Ryan felt uneasy about the dirty, damp crawl space beneath their home, which was filled with cobwebs. They were concerned about the potential impact of the water entering the crawl space on the stability and integrity of their home. After a thorough inspection with Ayers, they decided to install CleanSpace, a vapor barrier, along with drainage matting, to prevent water from entering. This solution not only helped keep the crawl space dry but also insulated it, making it warmer—an improvement Amy and Ryan had not initially considered.

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CleanSpace Encapsulation and New Drainage System Save East Lansing Crawl Space

A low point where the sun porch met the foundation of this home was causing water to pool and leak into the crawl space. Leaks can cause problems ranging from mold to an unstable foundation, so it was important to reroute the water and waterproof the crawl space. 

40 feet of drain tile and a new chimney drain took care of the existing leak. Then we installed the CleanSpace crawl space encapsulation system with drainage matting and SilverGlo insulation to keep the crawl space dry and even create some usable storage space.

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Photo Galleries From East Lansing

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Corrosion, such as rust and mineral buildup, can cause a sump pump system to fail. The TripleSafe™ sump pump is a worry-free replacement, offering triple protection against power outages, ensuring your basement stays dry even when the unexpected happens.

Transforming a Damp, Musty Basement in East...
PowerBrace is a foundation repair system created to secure basement walls in place. Outside pressures can cause your basement walls to crack or tilt, but this foundation repair system counteracts these pressures by keeping the basement walls in place. Over time, the system can be tightened to...

Correcting Basement Walls in East Lansing, MI
Here is a look into Daisy's basement before Ayers waterproofing system installation. She was concerned with the water leaking into her basement so it was crucial to have this area inspected and have a solution made for her.

Waterproofing and Stabilizing East Lansing, MI...
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Case Studies From East Lansing

Poor Window Well Drainage Causes Basement Puddles In East Lansing, MI

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These East Lansing homeowners had finished a portion of their basement. The finished space included a couple of egress windows. The window wells had...

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WaterGuard Drains East Lansing, MI Basement

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A customer we had done basement waterproofing work for all the way back in 2008 called us last month with a new challenge. He wanted to extend the...

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Work Requests From East Lansing, MI
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Need two egress windows replaced.
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Need waterproofing in the basement. Currently no sump pump is installed.
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Hi, we had guests in our basement bedroom who noticed the outside facing corner of the drywall is wet.
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Basement repair and insulation
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My basement floods when the the city stern gets overwhelmed and such. I also want to know where water can be coming in.
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We have lived in home for 11 years. We have only had water issues in basement twice. Once was when a sump pump failed. The second was some rain coming down the foundation and small puddles along one wall. We had taken down drywall. We are also getting backyard grading done to prevent future issues. Prior to redoing insulation and drywall, thought it may be a good idea to have you look to see if the problem will be taken care of or needs more intervention.
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I'm interested in a quote for a basement waterproofing system.
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Purchased a new home, need basement waterproof and have some questions about the foundation.
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Part of basement flooded, having wet and moldy areas removed. Would like you to review foundation and also provide guidance on securing basement from wetness.
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We are starting to see water in our basement after some of the big rains. One spot is in an unfinished area and I could actually see water coming in a crack in the wall in a very heavy rain. The other spots have been in a finished area - very small and not a lot of water. We initially thought it was just our kids spilling a drink, but now that we've seen twice we're more concerned it could be another issue. There is no visible sign of moisture in the drywall - just wet spots on the carpet.
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I have water that cannot seem to disappear on the west side of the house in the basement. Wondering what a French drain might look like on that side.
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Cracked concrete near garage
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Poured concrete foundation leaks/weeps through multiple cracks in heavy rain.
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I am regularly getting water in the basement, especially in heavy rain. Not sure where exactly it's coming from.
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We have had our carpet ruined twice now from the basement floor getting wet.
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Would like to patch my cracks
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We experienced a small but concerning amount of water in our basement, concentrated to one corner of the home after heavy rainfall this week. I think it's a result of a section of bad gutters overflowing. The carpeting is damp in about a 5'x3' space in the room mentioned above, and more saturated in a couple of areas closest to the walls.
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We need foundation repair for our client who lives here :) Hoping for an estimate appointment on 5/20
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Driveway and sidewalk need leveling.
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There is a crack in the basement and it is leaking water

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