Sure-Dry Before & After Photos

Before: 1920s Basement with Serious Structural Issues

This home in Two Rivers, WI has some colorful history—it was once a Prohibition-era speakeasy in the 1920s. But behind the charm, the basement was showing serious signs of structural trouble. The block foundation walls were in stage 3 failure, with bowing, stair-step cracking, and visible movement. On top of that, water intrusion was a constant issue, and moisture was affecting the space year-round.

After: Structurally Sound, Dry & Ready for the Next 100 Years

To save the foundation and waterproof the basement for good, the Sure-Dry team installed a comprehensive solution:

• GeoLock® Wall Anchors, CarbonArmor® wall straps, and PowerBraces™ to stabilize different sections of the block wall depending on the severity of movement

• WaterGuard® interior drainage system to capture and redirect incoming water

• A SuperSump® Plus sump pump for reliable water removal

• RimTight® insulation to seal off rim joists and improve energy efficiency

• Our licensed Master Plumber relocated the home’s water heater and pressure tank to allow for system installation and proper layout

Now the basement is dry, secure, and reinforced from every angle—ready to stand strong for another century.

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Before: Leaking Walls & an Outdated Sump Pump

In Appleton, WI, this homeowner had grown tired of battling a wet basement. Water was leaking through the foundation walls, especially during heavy rain, and their old sump pump couldn’t keep up. The damp conditions were starting to damage belongings and raise concerns about mold and long-term moisture problems.

After: Dry, Protected & Worry-Free

To solve the water intrusion once and for all, our team installed a complete waterproofing system:

• WaterGuard® interior drainage to collect water from the base of the walls and direct it away from the basement

• A new sump pump with UltraSump® battery backup system to keep the basement protected—even during power outages or pump failure

With this system in place, the basement is now clean, dry, and ready for use year-round—no more worrying every time it rains.

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Before:
A homeowner in Two Rivers, WI was experiencing repeated basement water intrusion along the wall-floor joint during heavy rains and spring snowmelt. The foundation walls showed signs of moisture staining, and humidity levels were elevated due to the lake-influenced climate. Their existing sump solution lacked capacity and redundancy, leaving the basement vulnerable during power outages or high groundwater events.
After:
Sure-Dry installed CleanSpace® wall vapor barrier along the leaking basement walls to prevent moisture from entering the living space and to direct any seepage downward. A WaterGuard® interior drainage system was installed along the perimeter to capture water at the cove joint and route it efficiently to a new TripleSafe™ sump pump system.
The basement is now dry, controlled, and protected from future water intrusion.

Before:
A homeowner in Two Rivers, WI had a sidewalk that had begun to sink and separate due to soil washout beneath the concrete. Seasonal rains, groundwater movement, and the lake-influenced climate caused voids to develop under several slabs, creating uneven sections and noticeable trip hazards. The open joints allowed additional water to continue eroding the soils, accelerating the settlement over time.
After:
Sure-Dry restored the sidewalk using PolyLevel®, injecting the high-density structural foam beneath the sunken slabs to lift and stabilize them. Once the walkway was level, joints and cracks were sealed using NexusPro® to prevent future water intrusion and protect against new washout.
The sidewalk is now properly supported, level, and protected for long-term performance.

Before:
A homeowner in Two Rivers, WI was dealing with persistent crawl space moisture, musty odors, and cold floors above the home. The exposed soil and unsealed rim joists allowed damp outside air and lake-influenced humidity to enter the space, leading to insulation damage and elevated wood moisture levels. Seasonal freeze–thaw conditions continued to worsen the crawl space environment, affecting comfort and energy efficiency throughout the home.
After:
Sure-Dry installed CleanSpace® vapor barrier across the crawl space floor and walls to create a continuous, sealed barrier against moisture intrusion. The rim joists were air-sealed using RimTight™ insulation to eliminate drafts, improve the thermal boundary, and protect the structural framing from humid outside air.
The crawl space is now clean, dry, and energy-efficient, improving comfort and long-term durability for the home.