Victor Barke's Complete Basement Systems Before & After Photos

Here's a great photo of a home in Lakeville, MN that had both a crawlspace AND a finished basement. We encapsulated the crawlspace as well as the bottom half of the basement with CleanSpace. We also installed a WaterGuard system in the basement half to ensure protection against flooding.

For years, this Lakeville homeowner had been battling water in her basement. No matter how many DIY fixes she tried, the dampness and leaks always found their way back. After one too many rainy days and cleaning puddles off the floor, she finally threw in the towel and decided it was time to call in the professionals.

When our System Design Specialist arrived, it was clear she had already started the process of reclaiming her basement. She had parts of it partially demoed in preparation for something better. What she needed now was a permanent waterproofing solution to give her peace of mind and a clean, dry space she could confidently refinish for her family.

Our team installed a full perimeter WaterGuard drainage system to capture and direct water away from the walls and floor. A SuperSump pump system was added to efficiently remove the collected water, while the IceGuard and LawnScape discharge system ensured the water exits the home safely in every season. Finally, CleanSpace Vapor Barrier was applied to the walls to brighten up the space and keep moisture and musty odors at bay.

Now, her basement feels fresh, bright, and ready for its next chapter. With the new waterproofing system in place, she can finally focus on turning the space into the comfortable, functional area her family has always wanted, without worrying about water sneaking back in.

Big Lake homeowner had an uncovered sump pump that just couldn't keep up with the recent heavy rains. Complete Basement Systems installed a waterproofing system that included a new patented sump pump that is backed by a lifetime transferable warranty.

Carol H. of Northfield, MN researched for a company online to help with encapsulating her crawl space.  She contacted the RIGHT place!  Complete Basement Systems has been assisting homeowners since 1975 with basement, foundation and crawl space repairs.  

We scheduled Carol with a FREE estimate to inspect the crawl space at her home and design a solution that would accomplish her goals of protecting her home. 

The solution designed was to completely encapsulate the crawl space with our CleanSpace Liner to separate the dirt floor earth underneath from the rest of her home.  The CleanSpace System is a 20 mil poly that is kind of like a pool liner and is warrantied for up to 25 years to be free from rips and tears.  

Carol now has the ability to use her crawl space for storage and also looks a lot more attractive and bright versus nasty and dark. 

Before:

This homeowner wanted a major basement upgrade. Water intrusion had led to musty odors, visible staining on the walls, and ongoing moisture issues. The old basement window was outdated and not up to safety code. The foundation walls were bowing inward, raising concerns about long-term structural stability.

After:

We gave this basement a full upgrade, starting with the installation of a RockWell Egress Window, which added natural light, fresh air, and a code-compliant escape route. Next, we addressed the water issues by installing our WaterGuard interior drainage system along the perimeter to collect and direct water to a sump pump system. To protect the walls from moisture and direct it into the WaterGuard, we applied CleanSpace wall vapor barrier, giving the space a bright, clean look. Finally, we stabilized the bowing foundation walls using PowerBrace I-beams, which are fully adjustable to help potentially straighten the wall over time.

Now, the basement is dry, bright, and structurally sound, ready for finishing or storage with total peace of mind.