Victor Barke's Complete Basement Systems Before & After Photos

Milly noticed our crew working in town and decided to give us a call, she wanted to know if we could come take a look at something. Our crew leader stopped by to take a look at her basement.  She was concerned about the bowed walls in her basement.

Upon further investigation, signs appeared indicating that past water in the basement had been a problem for a long time. Our crew leader designed a waterproofing system, wall system, sump pump and foundation wall system. 

When this homeowner in Currie first addressed water issues in her basement, a full perimeter waterproofing system wasn't necessary. The initial solution worked well for years, but as time passed, hydrostatic pressure around the foundation found new pathways to force water into other areas of the basement.

Wanting a permanent solution before the problem worsened, she called Complete Basement Systems to finish protecting the rest of the space.

Our team installed a full perimeter WaterGuard drainage system along with CleanSpace wall protection to capture and direct water before it could reach the basement floor. To ensure reliable water removal, we added a SuperSump system with battery backup, providing peace of mind even during power outages.

Now, instead of worrying about where water might appear next, this homeowner can enjoy the confidence of knowing her basement is protected by a complete waterproofing system designed (and warrantied) to keep it dry for years to come.

This homeowner had a block wall in the basement that was bowing quite severely. Bowing walls are caused by hydrostatic pressure and expansive soils on the outside of your foundation. When the clay soil around your home absorbs water, it expands and pushes against the foundation. It's important to stop the wall from bowing or leaning any further. If this homeowner would have waited much longer, the wall could have collapsed and caused irreparable damage to the structure of his home.

We installed our PowerBrace Wall Support System is designed to stabilize failing basement walls and provide the potential to straighten walls over time with regular tightening. This system requires NO outside excavation. The system we installed in this home was done in one day!

Let us know if you have bowing or leaning walls that you would like a solution for. Our PowerBrace System might be right for you!

A homeowner in Madison, MN reached out to us frustrated with a crawlspace that had become a constant source of problems. The space featured a dirt floor, makeshift and failing support posts, and clear signs of pest intrusion. On top of that, persistent musty odors were creeping into the home, creating an uncomfortable and unhealthy living environment above.

Our team designed a permanent solution to stabilize and protect the crawlspace. We installed SmartJack to support and level the structure properly, replacing the unreliable “rigged” supports. To address moisture, odors, and pests, we fully encapsulated the crawlspace with CleanSpace, sealing the dirt floor and isolating the home from the ground below. The result is a cleaner, healthier, and structurally sound crawlspace that gives the homeowner long-term peace of mind.

When this homeowner in Madison, MN reached out to us, her old basement was facing some major foundation issues. Portions of the existing walls had deteriorated to the point where they simply couldn’t be saved, leaving her with serious structural and water concerns.

We got to work removing the unsalvageable sections and rebuilding the affected walls to create a stronger, more reliable foundation. Once the structural work was complete, we tackled the moisture problems from the ground up.

The entire basement was waterproofed with our CleanSpace Wall System and WaterGuard drainage system, paired with a SuperSump Plus sump pump to help keep water out and efficiently remove it when it does enter. We also installed a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier to help control moisture and create a healthier, more comfortable basement environment.

What started as a basement with serious foundation and water problems is now a stronger, drier, and better-protected space, giving this Madison homeowner peace of mind for years to come.