Woods Basement Systems, Inc. Before & After Photos

A sump pump in Columbia, IL wasn't performing to the best of its ability. The homeowner reached out to Woods and we had a solution. For an added layer of protection, we added our UltraSump™ Battery that kicks on in the event of a power outage. With this in place, you can rely on your sump pump to do its job no matter the circumstance.

A crawlspace in Marquand, Missouri, had a messy crawlspace that needed encapsulation and new supports. The floor joists above were starting to show signs of failure and needed to be addressed. Woods came out and first sealed the crawlspace using the CleanSpace System. This system consists of a highly durable sheet of material that is placed directly on the walls and ground of the crawlspace. Not only does this help with the humidity, but this seal will also protect the crawlspace from rot, insects, and the outside elements. Not only that, but CleanSpace also brightens up the crawlspace, reflecting any available light back inward. With this system in place, Woods began to address the stabilization issue. The SmartJack System was then installed. It consists of custom-cut steel beams. They are placed in galvanized fill to equally distribute the weight of the building. They can be tightened over time. This allows maintenance to be done as the ground continues to shift without requiring another costly install. With these two installs in place, this crawlspace will be clean and stable for many years to come.

This Marquand crawlspace had been cleared of bits and pieces of insulation before installing SmartJacks™ and CleanSpace™ encapsulation system to keep mold out of the crawlspace and hold up the rest of the home. This will give the homeowner some much-needed peace of mind and comfortability of having a mold-free crawlspace that's easy to access.

A retaining wall was shifting in East Carondelet, IL, causing concern. To fix this, GeoLock Wall Anchors were installed. These are galvanized steel earth anchors embedded into the soil out and away from the foundation wall. Once installed, these will hold the walls in their current position and can be tightened to allow for improvement and straightening of the wall over time. This is the best solution to straighten the wall over time, as it can fix severe problems and stabilize the wall for good!

A foundation was showing signs of failure and instability in East Carondelet, IL, as a large horizontal crack was forming. To solve this issue, the PowerBrace System was installed. This system is designed to stabilize a home’s foundation permanently. It will support the basement walls and straighten them over time. It will distribute the load evenly and eliminate the worry of damage caused by commonly seen wood floor joists. This system can be tightened over time and doesn't require any invasive drilling or digging. PowerBrace’s brackets are engineered to provide strong support to the joints and protect the floor system's durability. This wall will now remain stable and secure for years to come!