Victor Barke's Complete Basement Systems Before & After Photos

Basement walls don't have to be an eyesore! With CleanSpace, your basement space can be bright and clean, all while your specially designed system works to eliminate moisture from the basement.

The homeowner in Edina had a crawl space beneath their home that was damp, musty, and causing the floors of the main level to be cold. Moisture was creeping in from the ground and perimeter, causing humid air to rise into the living areas. They noticed a faint musty odor, occasional pest signs, cold (or uneven) floors above, and worried about wood rot, mold and structural issues.
They called you because they wanted to turn that crawl space from a liability into a clean, healthy space.

After our CleanSpace encapsulation, the crawl space is now fully sealed: a heavy-duty vapor barrier has been applied to the floor and walls, vents have been sealed, and any necessary drainage or dehumidification systems have been installed. The result: no more humid air intrusion, no musty smell, improved indoor air quality. The homeowners notice more comfortable floors, fewer hidden pests, and lower humidity under the house. The crawl space is now usable for storage and the home’s value and structural health are better protected.

This Edina, MN homeowner had a crawlspace that was completely exposed to the earth. The dirt floor, scattered debris, and unsealed walls allowed moisture, cold air, and musty odors to move freely into the home above. The space offered no protection against humidity or heat loss, and the homeowner was beginning to notice the effects, uneven temperatures, higher energy bills, and that familiar crawlspace smell.

After encapsulating the crawlspace, the transformation is dramatic. The area is now lined with CleanSpace vapor barrier, sealing off the ground and walls to create a clean, bright, and moisture-controlled environment. The new encapsulation helps protect the home from humidity, improves overall air quality, and enhances energy efficiency. This Edina, MN crawlspace is now a dry, healthy, and well-protected part of the home, exactly as it should be.

Justin P. of Minneapolis found Complete Basement Systems online.  He was looking to get an estimate to insulate and fix up the crawl space in him home.  

Our System design specialist met with the homeowner to inspect the crawl space and basement of his home to see the best products that would accomplish his goals. 

The solution involved encapsulating the crawl space with our CleanSpace Liner to seal off the dirt floor from the earth vapors that cause water transmission, odors and such.  We also installed a SmartDrain to collect any water flowing below the CleanSpace and Drainage Matting installed. 

The Richfield MN resident asked for a free estimate for his basement water problems. His partially finished space had water coming in during heavy rains and snowmelt in the Spring. Without waterproofing, he was worried about future damage. Our Design Specialist Ronald went to assess the situation. It was determined that a complete waterproofing system was needed to prevent further water problems. We began with the WaterGuard drainage system, designed to effectively solve basement water issues without clogging. WaterGuard collects water at the basement perimeter and safely drains it away. Next, we installed the CleanSpace wall system to prevent water vapor from entering walls and direct wall leaks into the WaterGuard. Following that, we installed the SuperSump and UltraSump Sump System to ensure the basement stays dry even in heavy rains. To complete the project, we added a buried discharge line and IceGuard. If you have any questions about our products that keep your basement dry and safe, please give our office a call or fill out the request for a free estimate on our website!