Before & After
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Water in the basement can be more than a minor inconvenience, it can also compromise your home's value and safety. In the before photo, you can see the old basement windows in this Davenport, IA home, which were the culprit behind persistent leaks. We addressed the issues by replacing the existing windows with our reliable Everlast basement windows. As the after photo shows, these new windows ensure a watertight seal, keeping the area safe and dry. With over 35 years of experience, our family-owned team is committed to putting the customer first, providing exceptional solutions every step of the way.
In Davenport, IA, a homeowner began noticing a "not-so-fun" game of "lean in" occurring in their basement. The foundation walls had begun to bow and inch inward—a clear sign of hydrostatic pressure from the exterior soil pushing against the structure.
As seen in the "before" documentation, the walls were visibly compromised. This type of movement, if left unaddressed, can lead to severe structural failure. The homeowner was understandably worried about the long-term stability of their foundation.
Chris Hebbel, our System Design Specialist, performed a precise evaluation of the wall’s deflection. Chris determined that the most effective, non-invasive solution would be a high-tensile reinforcement system.
He designed a plan utilizing the CarbonArmor® System. Unlike traditional bulky steel beams, this solution provides immense strength while maintaining a low profile, allowing the homeowner to eventually finish the basement without losing square footage.
Once the strategy was set, Foreman Dylan Johnson and his production crew moved in to armor the foundation. The installation required technical expertise and a careful touch:
Surface Preparation: Dylan’s team ground the basement walls to ensure a clean, porous surface for the specialized epoxy to bond effectively.
CarbonArmor® Application: High-strength carbon fiber strips—material stronger than steel—were fused to the foundation walls.
ArmorLock® Integration: To ensure the system was anchored at the most critical point, the team installed our ArmorLock® brackets. These brackets tie the carbon fiber strips directly into the floor joists, preventing any further inward movement at the top of the wall.
The "after" photo tells a story of structural victory. The walls are now stabilized, and the "lean in" has been permanently halted. Thanks to the expertise of Chris Hebbel and the meticulous installation by Dylan Johnson, the homeowner’s anxiety has been replaced with true peace of mind.
The home now stands firm where it matters most, protected by a "stealthy" armor that ensures stability for decades to come.
Looking for a fairy tale ending to your foundation woes? One Davenport homeowner did just that to protect their property’s long-term stability. While jacks are known for lifting cars, our SmartJack® System does the heavy lifting for your home, eliminating bouncy, uneven floors. Where the "before" photo shows concerning dips and sways, the "after" reveals a crawl space fully reinforced with precision support. The result? A rock-solid foundation and total peace of mind.
In Davenport, we found a basement trying to be a lake—and a wall that was "bowing" out of the conversation. Not exactly the recipe for a comfy home!
We sent in the heavy hitters (CleanSpace, PowerBrace, UltraSump, and WaterGuard) to stage an intervention. Now, the only thing "fluid" about this space is how well it looks. Sturdy, dry, and officially moisture-free. We don't just fix basements; we restore your peace of mind.
In Davenport, IA, we found a hefty concrete slab doing what concrete, unfortunately, does best—sinking! The homeowner called us to help rescue their foundation, and salesman Ryan Nolen was quick to arrive on the scene to assess the settling and map out a permanent fix.
As you can see in the before photo, the sinking had already taken a significant toll. Foreman Ricky Sigala and his crew stepped in to lead the rescue mission using our trusty PolyLevel® system. By the time they were finished, the concrete was lifted back to its original position and had regained its grip.
To wrap things up, the team finished the job with NexusPro® Joint Sealant, giving those stubborn slabs a heavy-duty makeover. This final touch ensures that no sneaky water causes more "breaking-and-entering" sink-holes in the future. Problem solved, courtesy of Ryan, Ricky, and the rest of the MidAmerica Basement Systems team!
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