Victor Barke's Complete Basement Systems Before & After Photos

We recently installed a SuperSump sump pump system in a Mankato, MN home to put an end to persistent water seepage that was damaging the homeowner’s finished basement. Now, with reliable protection in place, their basement is dry, secure, and ready for everyday living, no matter the weather. 

This homeowner in Mankato faced water issues year-round in her century-old home. Frustrated, she wanted to find a permanent solution. Our Design Specialist Chris met with her to discuss her options. It was decided that a full perimeter WaterGuard Drain System, our CleanSpace Wall System, and a top-of-the-line SuperSump Sump Pump System would be the answer. Our team efficiently installed the system in just one day. They jack-hammered around the perimeter and laid the WaterGuard System in this trench. Next, they applied the CleanSpace Wall System that keeps water vapor out and drains any wall leaks. It is ideal for these old stone-walled basements, as it will conform to any bumps or dips in the wall. The SuperSump was then put in place, featuring the most reliable pump available, a WaterWatch Alarm System, and the patented SuperLiner with Airtight Lid. The crew then laid the new cement over the WaterGuard and around the SuperSump Liner for a seamless floor finish. This completed system gave this old basement a facelift. The CleanSpace gave the walls a nice clean, bright finish. The SuperSump and WaterGuard gave the homeowners peace of mind that they would have a dry basement for many years to come.

Let us help with your basement needs, whether old or new! Contact us at 1-507-414-5572 to schedule a consultation with our Certified Design Specialsts.

This customer recently contacted us about the bowing walls in their newly purchased home. They noticed visible cracks and movement of their walls, which raised concerns about the structural integrity of their property. Our System Design Specialist recommended our innovative PowerBrace Wall Support System. To begin the process, our installation team first installed our top-of-the-line CleanSpace Wall System. This remarkable system consists of a bright, clean, and durable vapor barrier specifically designed for basement walls. It is a thick liner that is securely installed with drilled-in fasteners, that effectively covers any uneven or bumpy walls. Not only does it provide an economical solution to conceal unsightly walls, but it also prevents water vapor from seeping through and redirects any wall leaks into our WaterGuard Drain System. The highlight of our solution is the PowerBrace beam system, which we installed to permanently stabilize the foundation walls. These steel beams can be adjusted and tightened over time, effectively halting any further inward movement of the walls. In fact, they have the potential to reverse the effects of wall failure without the need for invasive drilling or digging. Our customer can rest assured that our system will not only address the current concerns with his bowing walls but also ensure the long-term structural integrity of the home.

Before:
This basement corner showed clear signs of water damage. Peeling paint, efflorescence, and discoloration from moisture intrusion through the concrete walls and floor joints are evident.

After:
Our guaranteed waterproofing system was installed, including the WaterGuard drain tile system along the perimeter and the CleanSpace vapor barrier on the walls, creating a clean, sealed, and dry environment ready for use.

These homeowners called us to discuss their wet basement. They had water throughout the basement and had removed the finishings. They wanted us to waterproof before they refinished the space. In this small home, the basement was used as extra living space. It was necessary to keep it safe and dry.

After discussing the situation and having our Design Specialist Ron take a look, they decided on a full perimeter WaterGuard System, a SuperSump sump pump, a new discharge system and a SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier.

We can now guarantee their space will be dry!