Basement Moisture Control & Foundation Wall Repair in Lorain County

This customer had a ranch style house with a dirt crawlspace. He called in needing the area looked at for re-supporting purposes. An inspector at Cleveland Basement Systems climbed into his crawl space and advised the customer that he did indeed need foundational support on the beams and joists. He recommended SmartJacks as a solution to these issues. SmartJacks are made of galvanized steel components that prevent rust and are able to support loads that exceed the standard residential home. This customer left the free estimate with a great solution to his sagging crawl space!  

This customer called in wanting an inspection on his basement walls and floors. The homeowner stated that there was efflorescence appearing and wanted solutions to fix it. Efflorescence is when water is absorbed through the house's foundation and leaves a mineral deposit that looks chalky. Over time, this creates a high salt concentration and can lead to serious issues like damage to the foundation and more water leakage. 

The inspector made sure to explain the multiple waterproofing options that could prevent moisture from deteriorating the basement. One solution would be to install CleanSpace covering to the foundation walls. CleanSpace is a thick, durable material that channels any water present to a drainage system such as a sump pump. Another  waterproofing system that works great alongside CleanSpace is the WaterGuard drainage channel. This system is installed flush to the basement floor and moves the water from the walls and floor to a sump pump. Both of these products would assure that water would move away from the basement and prevent efflorescence from happening. 

The homeowner was educated on the right waterproofing products to use and was left with a thorough, free quote. 

A homeowner located in Lorain, OH noticed a leak in her basement and needed it addressed because they were in the process of finishing it. Our appointment center scheduled her right away. 

Bert, an inspector with Cleveland Basement Systems, saw water coming through a corner of the basement. This water had been leaking for awhile, causing mold growth. Mold in basements can manifest as various colors such as white, green and black. Common signs of mold include: discoloration, slimy patches on surfaces, peeling walls, and water stains. He recommended this customer have Cleveland Basement Systems install a full waterproofing system in order to fully protect the home from water damage. A full waterproofing system in this specific case would include WaterGuard, TripleSafe and SaniDry.

WaterGuard is an interior drainage system that is a catch-all for water that may appear in a basement. It's nearly invisible because it lays flush with the ground. TripleSafe is a sump pump that is a great product for collecting and pushing any water from the basement out and away from the home. Finally, SaniDry is a dehumidifier that gets rid of mold, mildew and dust with its two-stage air filtration.

All of these products would solve this customer's mold and moisture issues! 

A customer in Sheffield Lake, OH called in wanting a trusted, expert waterproofing company to assess their crawl space. The problem was that they have sagging, bouncy floors and also believed there was water issues in the crawl space. Bouncy floors usually occur due to inadequate support from the floor joists. With water intrusion, comes water damage and wood rot is one of the symptoms.  They needed a solution to supporting the beams in their crawl space and preventing further water damage. The homeowner was promptly schedule a free, in-home estimate. 

The inspector arrived and got down into the crawl space. He noticed both water damage and wood rot. The solution: CleanSpace Encapsulation and SmartJacks Crawl Space Stabilizer. SmartJacks is a high-capacity, adjustable steel pier that is designed to raise sagging floors to the proper level and stop the bounciness from occurring. This engineered structural system won't settle like masonry piers can, nor rot like a wood post. The innovative CleanSpace encapsulation system would further protect this crawl space from water damage by covering the walls and floors with a 20-mil thick material that isolates the area from the earth's elements. This tough blend of polyester and polyethene layers will not tear or rip and will stop moisture from getting in and damaging the crawl space. 

The inspector made sure to thoroughly explain the products and process to the customer. The homeowner left the estimate with plenty of solutions to their saggy, bouncy floors and humid crawl space!

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A customer in Elyria, OH noticed that whenever it would rain heavily, water would come in through the walls and floors of the basement. They searched the internet for a local, trusted waterproofing company and found Cleveland Basement Systems. The homeowner was promptly scheduled with a free estimate. 

The inspector arrived to the estimate and began observing the condition of the basement. He noticed water stains on the cinder block walls in the corner where the original sump pump was. Water stains are a sign of moisture issues. If not addressed, the water will continue to leak in and may cause mold and mildew. The inspector also determined that the sump pump was not working correctly and needed to be updated to a better one. Additionally, he recommended a drainage system along the perimeter of the floor, to catch any and all water.

The two products that would get the job done is the TripleSafe sump pump and WaterGuard drainage system. The TripleSafe sump pump is a patented, highly effective system that contains three separate pumps that work in different circumstances. The first pump is the most powerful and works as the primary pump. At 1/3 horsepower, this cast iron pump can handle up to 2,600 gallons of water per hour! The second pump kicks on if the first one fails or there is an abundance of water volume. This 1/2 horsepower pump can handle up to 6,200 gallons per hour. The third pump is a batter-operated one and turn on automatically if power fails. No matter the situation, TripleSafe keeps basements dry. Finally, the WaterGuard system works perfect alongside the TripleSafe because it sits even to the basement floor. This reliable drainage channel catches all water from the walls and floors and directs to the sump pump. These two products would guarantee this customer a dry basement, especially during storms.  

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A homeowner in LaGrange, OH noticed a vertical crack that went from the floor to the top of the wall in his poured foundation. He found Cleveland Basement Systems as the trusted and local foundation and waterproofing company in his area. He called in and quickly got scheduled for a free in-home estimate. 

The inspector arrived to the customer's home and assessed the trouble crack. He noticed that it wasn't affecting the basement wall foundationally, but could become a leaky crack that might cause water damage to the space. He recommended the FlexiSpan crack repair system. The FlexiSpan is a patented solution to any crack and works better than the traditional patches or sealants. First, a drywell is developed into the floor at the base of the crack. Then, the crack is sealed with a urethane-based sealant. Next, a special polyethene ether foam strip is put over the first seal. This foam strip allows water to drain correctly within and behind it. This is then overlaid with polyethene sealant and tooled off to appear like a gray drywall compound joint. The drywell on the floor is then re-concreted. The FlexiSpan is just as it sounds, flexible, and will never leak or re-open. 

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A homeowner in Columbia Station, OH noticed water intrusion in the basement. They had hired handymen to fix it over the years, but the water kept finding it's way back into the basement. The customer found that Cleveland Basement Systems was their local waterproofing expert and called to schedule a free quote. 

The inspector confirmed that the waterproofing needed to be done correctly and permanently, so he recommended three effective products that would keep water away and give them a dry basement. The first product is CleanSpace. CleanSpace is a stain resistant and waterproof wall covering system that captures any leaks. Any water from the walls will be directed through the CleanSpace and into the perimeter drainage channel. WaterGuard is the best perimeter drainage channel on the market. It is installed even to the floor and again the basement walls. This way, the water can be caught from both the walls and the floor and move to a sump pump. TripleSafe is a impressive three-pump sump pump that can handle thousands of gallons of water as well as power outages. Together, these three products would protect and enhance this basement for years to come. 

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A homeowner in Sheffield Village, OH noticed a few water spots forming over the years. The basement kept getting wet every rainy season and they knew they shouldn't wait any longer to permanently and correctly fix the issue. They researched and found that Cleveland Basement Systems was their local, trusted waterproofing expert. They called and quickly got scheduled with a free estimate. 

The inspector arrived and confirmed that the water spots were from the years of water intrusion through the walls and floors. He advised that a complete waterproofing system would solve this pesky issue for them. A full waterproofing system includes three patented and proven products: TripleSafe, WaterGuard and CleanSpace. The TripleSafe is a powerful three-pump sump pump with an airtight lid that will keep water away from the house. The WaterGuard is a drainage system that catches all water from the walls and floor from the perimeter and drains it into the sump pump. The CleanSpace is a bright, white and durable wall covering. CleanSpace not only makes a basement look cleaner, but is a vapor barrier that will prevent mold and stagnant water from damaging the basement. Collectively, these three effective waterproofing systems will keep this basement dry- for good!

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A customer in LaGrange, OH noticed water coming through multiple cracks in the basement wall. They wanted to fix it before it got worse so they called Cleveland Basement Systems and scheduled a free estimate. 

The inspector noticed the cracks in the poured concrete walls. The customer and inspector agreed that they should not only repair the cracks, but also install an effective waterproofing system along the perimeter of the basement. To fix the cracks, the inspector advised the FlexiSpan crack repair system. FlexiSpan is not like traditional epoxy resin, but instead, is a urethane-based sealant that is double sealed with a polyurethane foam strip. With FlexiSpan, the water from the cracks will not leak, but will be directed to a perimeter drainage system like WaterGuard. WaterGuard is a drainage channel that sits even to the floor and against the walls of the basement. This optimizes the ability for water to be caught from both the floor and the walls. WaterGuard then moves all water to a sump pump to be ejected away from the home. TripleSafe is a dynamic sump pump with three separate pumps. The first pump works for most of the time, pumping up to 2,600 gallons of water an hour. The second pump starts up if the first pump fails or if there is an excessive amount of water. It can pump up to 6,200 gallons of water per hour. The third pump is battery-operated and kicks on during a power outage, ensuring a dry basement. To complete this project, CleanSpace wall covering would not only cover the FlexiSpan but would create a vapor barrier for the basement walls. CleanSpace is a thick pool-liner like covering that is securely attached to the walls. As a plus, its bright, white appearance gives the basement a cleaner appearance. Together, all of these products would keep this basement healthier, cleaner and drier. 

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A homeowner in Amherst, OH noticed that during heavy rains the cracks along their basement floor would seep water. They wanted to fix the issue before more cracks and water appeared. They called Cleveland Basement Systems, their local and expert waterproofing company, and got scheduled for a free in-home estimate. 

The inspector observed the cracks in the concrete floor and determined that a perimeter waterproofing system would help prevent water damage. WaterGuard, a patented drainage channel, would guide any water from the floor and walls into the sump pump. WaterGuard sits at the optimized position, flush to the floor and against the walls, in order to catch any water from the soil under or around the home. WaterGuard never clogs and will move water safety into the sump pump instead of the water sitting stagnant in the basement. TripleSafe would be the best sump pump to push all of the water from the WaterGuard away from the house. TripleSafe is a powerful sump pump with iron-casted material that works to pump thousands of gallons of water out and also work during power outages! Together, the WaterGuard and TripleSafe would solve this homeowner's water issues. 

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A homeowner in Lorain, OH was experiencing cracked walls and sticking doors. These are symptoms of a settling foundation and needs to be addressed before more damage is done. The customer called Cleveland Basement Systems and was quickly scheduled with a free in-home estimate. 

The inspector assessed both inside and outside of the home. He noticed multiple hairline cracks in the drywall and the customer explained those have grown over the years. the inspector also performed a floor survey with a zip level and there was approximately a 2 1/2 inch deflection near the rear right hand corner of the home. This house was built on a slab home, meaning it was made on top of a thick concrete pad that serves as both the foundation and the floor. In order to fix the settling issues, the inspector recommended having CLBS install helical piers. Helical piers are a type of steel pier that is used to permanently stabilize a home. The first part of the pier that is advanced into the ground has one or more helix-shaped blades that allow it to mechanically screw into the soil. The weight of the home is then transferred from the home through the helical piers onto load bearing soil deep beneath the surface. The helical piers lift the home back to its original position, which helps the uneven floors and sticking doors. The homeowner left the detailed and free estimate with a permanent and proven solution to their foundation problems. 

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This homeowner in Avon Lake, OH was experiencing a wet basement every time it rained heavily. They wanted to fix the problem permanently instead of temporarily. They found that Cleveland Basement Systems was their local, trusted waterproofing expert and got signed up for a free estimate. 

The inspector confirmed that this basement needed to be waterproofed in order to prevent future water seepage. He proposed WaterGuard, TripleSafe, IceGuard, and CleanSpace. WaterGuard is a drainage channel that sits flush to the floor and catches leakage from both the walls and the floors. The best thing is, WaterGuard is built to not clog and prevents stagnant water from creating damage. TripleSafe is a reliable sump pump system. Made of three pumps, the TripleSafe can handle thousands of gallons of water per hour and continue operating in a power outage. IceGuard is a sump pump discharge line system that can be installed alongside the TripleSafe. IceGuard allows water to escape when the discharge line is frozen and prevents flooding in cold weather. CleanSpace is a thick vapor barrier liner that lets water drain behind it and drain into the WaterGuard. CleanSpace wall covering is securely attached to all basement walls and not only waterproofs, but gives off a clean, white exterior. This customer left with plenty of viable options to effectively waterproofing their wet basement! 

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