Sure-Dry Before & After Photos

Before: Unstable Ground Threatens New Trail Construction

In Iron River, a new multi-mile boardwalk trail—part of the Apple Blossom Trail expansion project—was set to wind through a combination of wetlands, soft soils, and riverbed terrain. While the plans promised a scenic and accessible route through Michigan’s Northwoods, building a structure that could withstand the elements and shifting ground presented a serious challenge. Standard footings simply wouldn’t hold up.

After: Deep Foundation System Installed to Support the Future

Sure-Dry was proud to help bring the project to life by installing helical piers, a commercial-grade foundation system designed to anchor deeply into load-bearing soils. These piers provide lasting support for the elevated boardwalk sections that span the most unstable parts of the trail—including areas above wetlands and near the river’s edge.

The result is a solid, long-term solution that supports community development and environmental sustainability—helping to create a safe, scenic experience for residents and visitors alike.

Before:
In Iron River, MI, a homeowner was experiencing continued inward movement of a basement wall that had previously been stabilized with channel anchors. Over time, the wall began to show new horizontal cracking and stepped fractures near the corners, indicating that the existing system was no longer providing adequate restraint. Iron County’s moisture-sensitive, mixed clay and sandy soils exerted significant lateral pressure during wet seasons, causing the wall to continue bowing inward despite the older hardware.

After:
Sure-Dry replaced the aging channel anchor system with new GeoLock® Wall Anchors to provide deeper soil engagement and stronger long-term stabilization. Each new anchor rod was installed into undisturbed soils beyond the active pressure zone, torque-verified for proper load transfer, and tensioned to secure the wall in place.
The updated system now offers reliable, serviceable stabilization suited to the variable soil layers common across Iron County and the western Upper Peninsula.

The crawl space of this home in Reedsville, WI was a mess!  Moisture was coming in through the walls, creating mold and foul smell throughout the home.  To solve this, Sure-Dry installed their CleanSpace® Crawl Space Vapor Barrier System. 

This durable, bright white crawl space liner installs on the walls and floors, preventing water vapor and humidity from passing through. By keeping your crawl space dry, you protect your structure and insulation from mold and rot.

With a 25-year warranty against rips and tears, this durable 20-mil poly-reinforced crawl space liner converts your crawl space into a usable storage area. And with its mold-resistant additive "UltraFresh", CleanSpace® will never support mildew or mold growth on its surface.

If you are having moisture issues in your home's basement or crawl space, contact Sure-Dry today for a free estimate! 

Before:
A homeowner in Reedsville noticed severe cracks spreading through their basement foundation walls and floors. The shifting soil beneath the home had caused the foundation to settle unevenly, which led to the cracks and visible structural stress. The homeowner worried about further settlement and the long-term safety of the house.

After:
Our team permanently stabilized the foundation using push piers. These heavy-duty steel piers were driven deep into load-bearing soil or bedrock beneath the home’s footings. Once installed, the piers transferred the weight of the structure from the weak, shifting soil to the stable strata below. In many cases, push piers can even allow for lifting the foundation back toward its original position.

The result is a stable, supported foundation with no risk of further settlement. The homeowner now has peace of mind knowing their investment is protected from future structural issues.

Before:
A Reedsville homeowner was struggling with two major basement problems: water intrusion during heavy rains and foundation walls that were starting to crack and bow inward. The water made the basement damp and musty, while the foundation issues raised serious concerns about the long-term stability of the home.

After:
Our team installed a combined waterproofing and foundation repair solution. To address the water, we placed the WaterGuard® interior drainage system around the perimeter of the basement to capture seepage and direct it to a new SuperSump® sump pump system, which reliably pumps the water away from the home. To stabilize the bowing walls, we installed the GeoLock® Wall Anchor System, which permanently halts wall movement and allows for potential straightening over time.

The homeowner now has a basement that is dry, stable, and protected — restoring confidence in both the comfort and safety of their home.