Sure-Dry Before & After Photos

Before:
A homeowner in Mosinee, WI was experiencing intermittent basement water issues despite having proper grading and gutters outside. Water would enter along the cold joint where the wall meets the floor, especially after heavy rain or snowmelt. The existing sump system was outdated and unable to keep up, often discharging water too close to the foundation where it could refreeze in winter.

After:
To fully resolve the problem, the Sure-Dry crew installed a WaterGuard® interior drainage system along the basement perimeter to collect and channel groundwater to a new SuperSump® system. A buried discharge line was also added to carry water safely away from the home and prevent freezing at the outlet.

The homeowner now has a reliable waterproofing system that keeps the basement dry and worry-free — even during Wisconsin’s heaviest rains and freeze-thaw cycles.

Before:
In Mosinee, WI, a homeowner observed a basement wall beginning to bow inward, with a horizontal crack forming across the center of the block. Marathon County’s dense, moisture-retentive soils were exerting increasing lateral pressure on the wall—especially during wet seasons and freeze–thaw cycles. The displacement created visible inward deflection, separation along mortar joints, and early signs of structural stress typical of an actively moving foundation wall.

After:
Sure-Dry installed the PowerBrace™ system to stabilize the bowing wall and arrest further movement. Each steel beam was laser-aligned, anchored at the floor and the sill plate, and torque-adjusted to apply controlled corrective pressure. The system now secures the wall in place and allows for future tightening as seasonal soil pressure changes.
This solution provides long-term structural reinforcement designed for Central Wisconsin’s expansive, moisture-sensitive soil conditions.

The driveway of this home in Montello, WI was sunken and uneven.  Sure-Dry Basement Systems was able to lift and level the driveway using their patented PolyLevel® Injection Foam System.   PolyLevel® is an expanding polyurethane foam that is injected beneath the concrete to fill the gaps caused by soil erosion and raise and stabilize the concrete surface.

If you have sunken concrete surfaces you need repair, call us today or contact us online to get started with a free estimate! 

Before: Sagging Floors and Bowing Basement Walls

A homeowner in Montello, WI reached out to Sure-Dry after noticing two troubling issues: the floors above their crawl space were bouncy and uneven, and their basement walls were beginning to bow inward with visible cracking. Seasonal soil movement and years of structural stress had taken a toll, putting the home's stability—and value—at risk.

The home needed more than a cosmetic fix. It required structural reinforcement from the ground up.

After: Permanent Stabilization with SmartJack® and PowerBrace™ Systems

Sure-Dry designed and installed a dual-system solution to address both crawl space and wall support:

• SmartJack Support Posts were installed beneath the floor joists to lift and stabilize the sagging areas above the crawl space.

• PowerBrace Wall Reinforcement Beams were anchored along the basement walls to immediately stop inward movement and allow for gradual straightening over time.

The installation was fast, precise, and minimally invasive. The floors were firm and level once again, and the basement walls were stabilized for the long term.

Before: Damp, Dirty, and Inefficient

In Montello, WI, a homeowner contacted Sure-Dry after discovering that their crawl space was damp, musty, and visibly moldy. Cold floors in the winter and high humidity levels throughout the year were also making the home uncomfortable and energy-inefficient.

The crawl space had exposed soil, falling insulation, and air leaks around the rim joists—creating the perfect environment for moisture buildup, wood rot, and poor indoor air quality.

After: A Clean, Dry, and Energy-Efficient Crawl Space

Sure-Dry designed and installed a complete crawl space encapsulation and dehumidification system that included:

• CleanSpace® Vapor Barrier: A durable, bright white liner installed along the floor and walls to seal out ground moisture and create a clean, usable space.

• RimTight™ Spray Foam Insulation: Applied to rim joists and sill plates to stop air leakage and heat loss.

• SaniDry™ Sedona Dehumidifier: Installed to maintain optimal humidity levels year-round and prevent mold growth.

The transformation was immediate. The space is now dry, mold-resistant, energy-efficient, and significantly healthier for the entire home above.