Victor Barke's Complete Basement Systems Before & After Photos

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.

A homeowner in Mankato, MN was dealing with a frustrating issue... water in their finished basement. Despite having a beautifully finished space, heavy rains and groundwater seepage were causing water to enter through the walls and floor, putting their investment at risk. The moisture was leading to musty odors, damaged materials, and concerns about long-term mold and structural issues.

To permanently solve the problem, our team installed a full waterproofing system using CleanSpace, WaterGuard, and a SuperSump. CleanSpace acts as a moisture barrier on the walls, keeping water vapor and seepage at bay. WaterGuard, our drain tile system, was installed along the perimeter to capture any water entering at the wall-floor joint. Finally, the SuperSump system was added to reliably pump out collected water and keep the basement dry. Now, the homeowner can enjoy their finished basement with confidence, knowing it’s protected from future water damage.

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!

Reese was recommended by a friend, has an early 60's basement, cement block, cracks in foundation, water when it rains and seepage through walls in basement.  They contacted us at Victor Barke's Complete Basement Systems and we came up with a solution for there problems. By installing our WaterGuard drain tile, SuperSump Plus & UltraSump 4 they don't have to worry about cleaning up the areas in her basement that she was having problems with.  With the addition of the CleanSpace Wall System it also improved the look of the walls in the basement!