Sure-Dry Before & After Photos

Before

This Kingsford, MI homeowner had been dealing with a wet basement whenever heavy rain or spring snowmelt saturated the surrounding soil. Water was entering where the foundation wall met the basement floor, leaving damp concrete, musty odors, and concerns about moisture damage to stored belongings. During our inspection, we determined that hydrostatic pressure around the foundation was forcing groundwater into the basement through the cove joint—a common problem throughout Upper Michigan. To provide a permanent basement waterproofing solution, we recommended installing the WaterGuard Interior Drainage System along with a SuperSump Sump Pump System.

After

Our crew removed a narrow section of concrete around the basement perimeter and installed the WaterGuard Interior Drainage System just above the foundation footing, where it captures groundwater before it reaches the basement floor while remaining outside the mud zone to help prevent clogging. The drainage system was connected directly to the newly installed SuperSump Sump Pump System, which efficiently pumps collected water away from the home. After restoring the concrete floor, the homeowner was left with a clean, professional installation and a dependable basement waterproofing system designed to keep the basement dry through Michigan's changing seasons.

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Before

This Kingsford, MI homeowner became concerned after noticing a stair-step crack developing along one of the basement block walls. During our inspection, we found that the crack was a sign of lateral soil pressure pushing against the foundation wall. Throughout Upper Michigan, expansive soils, changing moisture levels, and repeated freeze-thaw cycles can cause basement walls to bow inward and develop stair-step cracking as the pressure increases over time. Left unaddressed, this type of foundation movement can continue to worsen and compromise the structural stability of the home. To permanently stabilize the wall, we recommended installing the PowerBrace Wall Stabilization System.

After

Our crew installed the PowerBrace Wall Stabilization System along the affected basement wall, securely anchoring each galvanized steel beam between the basement floor and the floor framing above. The system immediately stabilized the wall, preventing additional inward movement while allowing for potential wall straightening through future scheduled adjustments. The homeowner now has a permanently stabilized foundation and confidence that the stair-step crack has been addressed with a long-term structural repair solution designed for Michigan's demanding climate.

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The homeowners of this home in Wausaukee, WI were tired of looking at their ugly, damp block foundation walls in their basement.  On top of something that would give their walls a clean and finished look, they also needed something that would protect the walls and the basement from water intrusion.  

To solve the issues these homeowners were having with their basement walls, Sure-Dry Basement Systems installed their BrightWall® Basement Wall Panels.  BrightWall® is a rigid plastic sheeting that's attached to your basement wall by drilled-in plastic fasteners. Its bright white color maximizes the available light in your basement, creating a cheerful, clean-looking space.  BrightWall® is 100% waterproof and washable, and it creates a vapor barrier on your basement walls to block out water vapor and humidity.

If you have cold, damp basement walls that are giving your basement water trouble, contact Sure-Dry for a free estimate! 

This block wall foundation in Wausaukee had considerable cracks and gaps which was causing water and other materials to get inside of the home, and the bigger issue of the home losing stability. After inspecting the home, our team determined the issue was being caused by a 10'x10' cement porch on that side of the home which was cracked approximately 8" on each side and had sunk at least 2". This caused that side of the home to crack and separate the foundation. To fix the issue, PolyLevel® Injection foam was injected beneath the concrete slab to fill in the gaps caused by soil erosion and to raise and stabilize the concrete. After the concrete was raised back to the correct height, and the block was raised back into the correct position, NexusPro® crack sealant was applied to the cracks and gaps to ensure they were sealed. If you are experiencing cracked or sinking sidewalks, an uneven driveway, cracked concrete, sinking stairs or a settling garage floor, contact Sure-Dry to schedule a free, no-obligation estimate! 

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In Wausaukee, WI, flooding plagued the homeowners' basement, creating an unusable, damp space. In the pictures, note how Sure-Dry effectively addressed the issue. Utilizing our industry-leading WaterGuard drainage system, we directed problematic water away seamlessly beneath the floor. We paired it with the reliable UltraSump System, ensuring pump operations even in power loss scenarios with its robust battery backup. This collaboration provides both instant relief and futureproof protection, presenting a clean, dry area now ready for safe use, complementing Wisconsin homes with lasting water management solutions.