Woods Basement Systems, Inc. Before & After Photos

Hidden leaks behind finished walls can be a nightmare. Murali K. of Mount Vernon, IL found out the hard way as hidden leaks from cracks in the foundation, as well as the joint between the walls and floors, damaged the dry wall and wood frame above and soaked the carpet. He didn’t want to deal with any more damage so he called Woods Basement Systems. Woods recommended installing a basement waterproofing system.

Woods installed CleanSpace over the cracked, leaky walls. CleanSpace is a thick and durable plastic moisture barrier that prevents water from seeping into the basement through the foundation walls. It directs any moisture down to the perimeter drainage system below for removal. CleanSpace has an additive called UltraFresh that ensures the mold cannot grow on its surface.

The finished basement of Murali K.’s Mount Vernon, IL home was having major problems. Cracks had formed in the foundation walls that were allowing water to get in and wreak havoc on the finished walls and floors so he called Woods Basement Systems. Woods recommended installing Geo-Lock Wall Anchors alongside a waterproofing system.

Woods installed the Geo-Lock Wall Anchors along the cracked foundation wall to counteract the external soil pressure that was damaging it. To do this, they connect earth anchors buried in stable soil conditions in the yard to walls plates on the inside of the walls using galvanized steel anchor rods. The system is tightened to permanently stabilize the wall as well as to prevent future damage.

External soil conditions can put tremendous pressure on walls and cause damage like bowing, tilting and cracking. The home that Keith and Michelle S. had just bought in Mount Vernon, IL  had foundation walls with extensive damage. They were bowing to a severe degree and large horizontal and stair step cracks spanned the length of the walls. Keith and Michelle worried that the walls were going to collapse so they called Woods Basement Systems. Woods recommended installing PowerBraces.

Woods installed the PowerBraces along the damaged walls. They are adjustable steel beams that are custom fit to each basement. They are held snugly in place against the walls by steel brackets attached to the cement floors and the floor joists above. They permanently stabilize the walls in place and prevent future damage. PowerBraces are zinc-coated to prevent them from rusting and they offer the opportunity to improve walls by tightening them during dry conditions.

Mount Vernon couple, Linus and Wendy have been looking for flooring to put in their finished basement. After researching Woods Basement Systems website, they decided to give us a call! 

System design specialist, Brandon B. spoke with the couple and recommended our Thermal Elite floors. These floors are made of inorganic materials, so you never have to worry about mold growth. They are also perfect for basements since they are moisture resistant and come in many colors and styles.

Foreman, John C. and his team installed these beautiful floors into Linus and Wendy's basement to keep their basement mold resistant and clean. Now this Mount Vernon couple will be able to enjoy time in their basement!

Jim and Janet of Mt. Vernon, Illinois had a crawl space that needed repaired, she they called Woods Basement Systems. Systems design specialist, Daniel L. recommended installing a SmartSump pump and CleanSpace.

Foreman, Juan H. installed the products. The SmartSump pump is specifically designed for crawl spaces to protect against flooding and leaks. CleanSpace is a vapor barrier that works to collect water that seeps through basement walls and guides it the sump pump to be removed from the home. 

Now Jim and Janet B. have a dry, healthy crawl space.