MidAmerica Basement Systems Before & After Photos

Rick was having issues with his garage puddling and pooling during having rains. When he reached out to MidAmerica Basement Systems, design specialist Chris, provided him with an option to keep the garage dry. A WaterGuard drainage system was offered to help collect the seeping water, and redirect it to a TripleSafe sump pump. WaterGuard is a patented drainage system that uses special flanges to help collect seeping water floors and even leaking foundation walls. The TripleSafe sump also offers a three pump system to ensure all water is discharged, even during power outages.

This Princeton, IA homeowner was concerned about the stability of their basement walls due to inward bowing. To permanently address this issue and prevent further movement, we installed GeoLock wall anchors.

GeoLock is a foundation repair system specifically designed to stabilize bowing basement walls. Here's how it works:

• Earth Anchors: Heavy-duty anchors are placed deep in stable soil outside the foundation.
• Steel Rods: These anchors are connected to the bowing wall with long, galvanized steel rods that resist corrosion.
• Wall Plate: A steel plate is attached to the inside of the basement wall, distributing the pressure from the rod.
• Tightening Mechanism: The rods can be tightened over time, straightening the wall back to its original position in some cases.

By anchoring the wall to stable soil, GeoLock counteracts the pressure causing the bowing and reinforces the foundation. This minimally disruptive solution can be hidden behind finished basement walls and provides peace of mind for homeowners

Radon is the decay of the element radium, and is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, and radioactive. This gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Radon is found everywhere, and when it seeps into our homes, it continues to accumulate. One case in a home in Woodhull, IL, Radon levels were between 19 and 29 pCi/L. A mitigation system was installed into the concrete basement slab to draw the gas out from under the home. The specialists at MidAmerica Basement Systems have now helped provide the home with a safer breathing environment.

Is your garage floor starting to look more like a concrete rollercoaster than a driveway? This family in Spragueville, IA, was facing exactly that. As you can see in the "before" photo, the uneven slabs were getting worse with every rainstorm, and they needed a smooth, safe surface—fast.

MidAmerica Basement Systems to the rescue! Here’s how we leveled the playing field:

The Lift: We used PolyLevel injections to pump high-density foam under the concrete, providing a much-needed lift and a stabilized base.

The Seal: NexusPro joint sealant stepped in to keep those pesky cracks closed and protected from the elements.

The "after" shot says it all: the garage floor is now smart, even, and ready for action. It’s amazing what a few strategic injections can achieve!

Mike and Kim were having issues with water seeping into their basement during large heavy rains. They reached out to MidAmerica Basement Systems to have their problem resolved. It was said that a TripleSafe sump would help prevent water from surfacing in their basement, keeping it dry, even during the heaviest rain falls. The TripleSafe sump also provides a battery back-up system to ensure the pump will still run during power outages. Mike and Kim no longer see water issues during heavy rains thanks to help from MidAmerica Basement Systems.