The Basement Doctor of Cincinnati Before & After Photos

The owner of this crawl space called us regarding "dampness and smells" in their crawl space. We sent one of our certified inspectors to help them come up with a plan to stop the moisture issues they were experiencing with their crawl space. We installed our system consisting of perforated drain pipes, a SmartSump sump pump with an Ultra Sump 4 battery backup, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier, drainage matting, CleanSpace lining, and SilverGlo insulation panels. 

This crawl space in Hillsboro, OH had ongoing moisture problems that were causing musty air to rise into the home. Concerned about air quality, energy efficiency, and potential damage to their home’s structure, the homeowners began researching solutions. That’s when they found our website and learned about crawl space encapsulation.

After reading about the many benefits—including reduced humidity, lower energy bills, added storage space, and protection from pests—they reached out to schedule an inspection. Once on site, our team cleaned out the crawl space, sealed off all outside air vents, and installed a heavy-duty vapor barrier along the floor and walls. We also added a dehumidifier to help maintain a dry, stable environment year-round.

The result is a clean, dry, and healthier space under their home—and the homeowners couldn’t be happier.

This poured foundation wall in this Vanceburg, KY basement was leaking due to hydrostatic pressure building up outside the wall. We repaired the crack using our FlexiSpan system. First, we cleaned and prepped the crack, chipping out any loose material if necessary. Next, we applied a flexible sealant directly into the crack to form the primary seal. Then, we placed a strip of flexible, open-cell foam over the sealant, followed by an impermeable membrane to permanently seal the repair. The bottom of this system is directed into the drainage system below the floor, ensuring that any future seepage is captured and drained away instead of entering the basement. We then added our BrightWall crack cover over the stained wall. The result was a clean, dry basement wall that the homeowner could confidently finish again.

This home in Lawrenceburg, IN, near the Hidden Valley lake, had a settling foundation. Parts of the home were sinking into troubling soil, causing many cracks to appear in the brick siding, including the large one seen in this photo set. We stabilize the foundation by underpinning the foundation with steel helical piers. Our helical piers are shaped like a screw, and they drive deep into the earth until they reach load-bearing strata, (soil that won't ever move). We then transfer the weight of the foundation to the piers by securely attaching brackets that latch onto the piers and underneath the footing of the foundation. After we transfer the weight, we can then get into the real magic, as seen by this before and after set. We can then attempt to lift a foundation back up by using hydraulic fluid, which can close gaps and cracks in the home. If you look closely at the difference between the depth of the crack before and after we lifted the foundation, you can notice we shrunk it significantly. The project left the home stabilized, the cracks closed, and the doors and windows working again.

This homeowner's garage was very moldy and leaked often. With plans of remodeling ir, they knew they had to waterproof their garage once and for all. With this, comes our triple threat plan consisting of our Waterguard drains, our Super Pump, and our SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. Now our customer is able to think freely on how they want to use their new space.