Contact Us For
A Free Estimate!
Products & Services
Basement Waterproofing
WaterGuard Interior System
DryTrak Drainage Channel
TrenchDrain Drain Grate
IceGuard Discharge Line
WellDuct Window Drainage
BrightWall Waterproof Panels
ThermalDry Wall Barrier
Basement To Beautiful Wall Panels
Drain Tile Installation
SuperSump Pump System
TripleSafe Pumping System
UltraSump Battery Backup
SaniDry Dehumidifier
Aspen Air Purifier

 

Crawl Space Repair
CleanSpace Encapsulation
Turtl Access Hatch
Everlast Crawl Space Doors
SaniDry Csb Dehumidifier
SmartDrain Water Drainage
SmartSump Sump Pump
Crawl-o-sphere Crawl Space Fan
WallCap Block Wall Sealer
SmartVent Flood Vents

 

Foundation Repair
Push Pier Underpinning
Geo-lock Wall Anchors
Geo-lock Helical Anchors
Powerbrace Bowed Wall Repair
Carbonarmor Fiber Wall Repair
SmartJack Crawl Space Support
Slab Pier Repair
PolyLevel Concrete Lifting
Ez Post Deck Repair
Shotcrete Wall Restoration

 

Basement Finishing / Remodeling
Everlast Wall Panels
Premier And Linen Ceiling Tiles
ThermalDry Floor Tiles

 

Concrete Repair
PolyLevel® Concrete Leveling & Lifting
SealantPro® Concrete Sealing
Mudjacking Alternative
Pool Deck Repair
Concrete Driveway Repair
Sidewalk Repair
Before and After Pictures from East Saint Louis
Wall Anchor Installation in East St. Louis, IL

Wall Anchor Installation in East St. Louis, IL

Before After
Wall Anchor Installation in East St. Louis, IL Wall Anchor Installation in East St. Louis, IL

Ronald C. of East St. Louis, Illinois noticed that a few of his home's basement walls were cracking and bowing. He did not want the problem to continue to get worse or cause safety hazards, so he called Woods Basement Systems for help.

Design specialist Peter N. assessed the situation and decided the best option was to install some wall anchors in the home's basement. Foreman Jeremy R. then traveled to the home to get the job started. Wall anchors, pictured above, extend from the inside basement walls to the hard packed soil outside. The anchors, made of steel, help stabilize and prevent any further movement of the walls.

Ronald C. no longer has to worry about the walls in his home's basement cracking or bowing. He now has stable and safe basement walls.

Adding a Battery-Powered Pump

Adding a Battery-Powered Pump

Before After
Adding a Battery-Powered Pump Adding a Battery-Powered Pump

Lola K. from East St. Louis, IL had a sump pump system in her basement to deal with any water that might seep inside. But she wasn't covered if the power went out in a storm.

 

That's why installer Mike B. added a battery-powered UltraSump™ pump to her existing system. Whenever the power goes out or there's just too much water for her normal sump pump to handle, the UltraSump™ will kick in automatically to help expel water from the basement and keep the home protected.

Repairing a Settling Foundation in East Saint Louis, IL

Repairing a Settling Foundation in East Saint Louis, IL

Before After
Repairing a Settling Foundation in East Saint Louis, IL Repairing a Settling Foundation in East Saint Louis, IL

A foundation was settling in East Saint Louis, IL, causing the house to shift and large cracks to form. To solve this issue, the Push Pier System was installed. These will permanently stabilize the foundation, raise it back up to its original position, and keep it in place. The cracks will also be closed, and the functions of the windows and doors will be improved. This foundation will remain stable and restore peace of mind for years to come!

Company Awards
Best of Springfield in Foundation Repair 2022
Woods was awarded Best of Springfield in Foundation Repair for 2022. Check us out in the Thank You issue hitting... [Read more]
CN Live '22 Award Winners
Woods headed to Connecticut's Capital City of Hartford to attend CN Live '22 with other dealers from our network where... [Read more]
Woods Wins at 2022 Redefine SupportWorks Awards
Woods attended our annual Supportworks Conference in Omaha, NE for Redefine 2022. We were awarded #3 in dealers, #2... [Read more]
More Awards

East Saint Louis, IL's Trusted Basement Waterproofing, Foundation & Crawl Space Contractor

No water with the heavy rain, 2 sump pumps, and battery backup....
Happy Customers Surrounding East Saint Louis, IL
Testimonials
Reviews

Click the icons to see what our customers had to say.

Reviews From East Saint Louis
Testimonials From East Saint Louis
Woods Basement Systems came to correct the other company's mistake and ever since I havn't had a single drop...
Testimonial by Elliot M. from East St. Louis, IL
The Woods Basement Systems team was excellent. The tech arrived as scheduled and was efficient in...
Testimonial by Elliott M. from E St.Louis, IL
I was not home during the work but nothing was missing when I got home and nothing was damaged.
Testimonial by Jacqueline A. from East St. Louis, IL

Why Choose Woods Basement Systems, Inc.?

Owners Rick and Ana Lee Woods started Woods Basement Systems, Inc. over 30 years ago and while the name changed a few times their dedication to serving homeowners across Illinois and Missouri never has. With the proper know-how, hard work and dedication Rick and Anna Lee grew their small business into a giant but never lost sight of the core values that motivated them all along. They understood better than anyone how important a person’s home is to them, which is why they promised to provide excellent service and forge lasting relationships with each and every one of their customers. If your home is in need of Basement Waterproofing, Foundation Repair, Concrete Lifting and Leveling, Crawl Space Repair, or Basement Finishing allow our talented experts to help you! Don’t wait any longer, get in contact with us today and schedule a FREE estimate!

East Saint Louis’s Basement Waterproofing Authority

If you have a musty smell in your basement, walls that feel damp, or a basement that floods when there is heavy rain you are in the right place! Woods Basement Systems, Inc. has over 30 years of basement waterproofing experience when it comes to taking a wet basement and transforming it into the space of your dreams. Our goal is to identify the problem and formulate a custom solution that is right for your home, all for an affordable price. Each one of our certified basement waterproofing technicians will stand behind their work and they only use proven and warrantied products that we will customize to fit your home. Only trust the areas leading basement waterproofing company to ensure the absolute best for your home.

We Provide: 
  • Basement seepage repair for wet basements
  • Wall crack & basement leak repair
  • Battery backup sump pump systems
  • Sump pump installation

Dependable Foundation Repair Experts

The foundation is arguably the most important aspect of your home. Without the strong base that the foundation provides the rest of your home is very susceptible to further problems down the line. Woods Basement Systems, Inc. is a trusted Foundation Supportworks dealer meaning we have the know-how and experience to tackle and resolve all types of foundation repair issues in the most effective way possible. We can provide your home with products available nowhere else, and all of our foundation repair crew members are fully trained. When you match incredible products with experienced professionals the results of our foundation repair work is ensured to be great! If your foundations is cracked, buckling, or has other signs of damage call us today to schedule a FREE foundation repair quote!

We Repair: 
  • Bowing Walls
  • Settlement Sinking
  • Foundation Heave
  • Sagging Crawl Spaces

Fast and Effective Concrete Lifting and Leveling

The major flaw of concrete is that the ground that it was poured on top of will inevitably shift and sink over time. In the states of Illinois and Missouri sinking concrete is all too common which is why our company has gone to great lengths to develop fast and effective concrete lifting and leveling solutions. PolyLevel is a revolutionary product that is minimally invasive and not only lifts and levels concrete but also stabilizes it.

How PolyLevel works:

  1. The concrete lifting and leveling process begins with a few small holes drilled in the slab.
  2. Then the PolyLevel polymer is injected into the holes and expands to provide an accurate lift.
  3. After only about 15 minutes the polymer is dry and the concrete is ready to be walked and even driven on.

This concrete lifting and leveling technique is faster, less disruptive, and arguably more effective than mud jacking, which is the standard that PolyLevel replaces. We even offer SealantPro concrete sealing, which extends slabs' lifespans by 3 to 5 times overall in just one quick application. This concrete sealing system is resistant to moisture, oil, UV rays, abrasions, and more.

To remove tripping hazards, stabilize concrete, and lift it back to a level height nothing is faster or more effective than PolyLevel concrete leveling. After, our concrete sealing system will preserve your slabs for a lifetime. To schedule a FREE concrete lifting and leveling or concrete sealing estimate, contact us today!

We can Fix: 
  • Sunken sidewalks
  • Sagging steps
  • Uneven patios
  • Sinking driveways

Crawl Space Repair Services in East Saint Louis

At Woods Basement Systems, Inc. we have just as much skill and knowledge when it comes to Crawl Space Repair and general crawl space needs. Regardless of what your problem may be we have the products and expertise to confidently handle any problem that you may be faced with. The crawl space is a relatively unknown part of the home but like any other part, it serves a specific function. Through our knowledge and experience we can help solve existing crawl space issues and in some cases even prevent them before they start.

Basement Finishing in East Saint Louis

Why stop at basement waterproofing when we are also the leading experts for Basement Finishing? In our opinions basement finishing is one of the best ways to add usable living/storage space and value to your home. Woods Basement Systems, Inc. is a member of the award-winning Total Basement Finishing dealer network and has the experience and products to provide a beautiful, long-lasting and waterproof design. Add functional space that will protect against water and mold. Don’t wait any longer to transform your home, give us a call today!

Case Studies From East Saint Louis
Bowing
This Fairmont City, IL resident had been putting off solving the issue of bowing walls in his basement for years. However, the damage had become...
Job Stories From East Saint Louis, IL
Waterproofing Basement In East Saint Louis, IL

A basement in East Saint Louis, Illinois, had some water seepage issues in their basement. To correct these, Woods came out and installed both a WaterGuard System and a new sump pump. The WaterGuard System will catch the water and direct it to the sump pump so it can be removed. The Triple Safe Sump Pump will efficiently remove the water with its multiple pumps system. With these two installs in place, this basement will stay dry for many years into the future. 

Waterproofing Basement In East Saint Louis, IL - Photo 1
Basement Block Wall Leak

A basement foundation made from stacking concrete blocks is a sound building practice.  My old grade school was built that way and is still in town.  However, the blocks have hollow, open cells in the middle.  This makes them lighter to handle and build a wall.  Older blocks have 3 open hollow cells in the middle.  

 

The exterior damp proofing, this is the the wording most City codes call for at the time of construction, is a coating applied to the exterior of the basement wall.  Overtime, this coating becomes effected by the elements and begins to allow water to pass into the block and collect in the open cells.  Then as more and more water collects and is help vertically inside the wall, the leaks spring and the basement gets wet.  Small leaks at first but over the year the leaks will become worst if not repaired.

 

We will install our interior waterproofing systems along the basement floor at the wall and drain the water to the sump pump.  Additionally, we drain each block cell to make sure "all" the water is controlled and the hydrostatic pressure relieved.  As we drilled the whole, water leaked onto this Cahokia Heights' basement floor.

Basement Block Wall Leak - Photo 1
Waterproofing Products Installed in East Saint Louis, IL Home

In East Saint Louis, Illinois homeowner Tom B. had a leaky basement. After a heavy rain, water was coming in at the floor/wall joint. Homeowner Ian used the basement as a living and storage space for his home. Our foreman Melvin Foster and his team installed a system to keep the basement dry year-round. The team installed several patented products including WaterGuard, IceGuard and TripleSafe.

Waterproofing Products Installed in East Saint Louis, IL Home - Photo 1
Reactive Waterproofing Project with TripleSafe & WaterGuard in East Saint Louis, IL

After the snow melted outside, this basement experienced water leaks inside. Without any means of waterproofing inside, water damaged developed on the floor and walls. Team Woods provided protection by installing a new TripleSafe sump pump system with WaterGuard drains to keep water out of the basement for good.

Reactive Waterproofing Project with TripleSafe & WaterGuard in East Saint Louis, IL - Photo 1
PowerBrace System Installed in East St. Louis

East St. Louis resident Teia H. was having foundation issues in her basement. The walls were bowing in at a harsh angle and had a large, horizontal crack running through it. Our sales representative Christopher M. knew exactly what Teia needed to repair her foundation. Forman Calvin Clark and his crew were sent to her home to install a PowerBrace System. 

Our PowerBrace Systems stop wall failure and are a permanent solution to stabilize a home. Thanks to our state-of-the-art system, Teia can rest assured that her home is now safe and secure.  

PowerBrace System Installed in East St. Louis - Photo 1
CleanSpace Seals Wet East Saint Louis, IL Crawl Space from Outside Air

Wayne of East Saint Louis, Illinois reached out to Woods Basement Systems to look over his crawl space after he noticed that water had leaked inside. System design specialist, Blake R., looked over the area and saw that the tarp that the homeowner currently had wasn't keeping out water leaks. Blake recommended installing a CleanSpace vapor barrier system onto the walls and floor to completely seal the crawl space from water damage. 

A CleanSpace vapor barrier system is unlike any other because this system is made out of inorganic materials. This means that if water were to leak inside, no mold would be able to develop. The barrier system will also keep out water leaks by repelling the water. 

Head foreman on the job, Chris S., worked along with this team to install the CleanSpace system onto the walls and floor of the crawl space. Now that the CleanSpace vapor barrier has been installed into this previously wet and musty crawl space, Wayne now can enjoy his home again!

CleanSpace Seals Wet East Saint Louis, IL Crawl Space from Outside Air - Photo 1
Clean Crawl Space, East Saint Louis, IL

To help control their wet crawl space and the smells that would come up and get into their East Saint Louis, IL home, CleanSPACE™ encapsualtion system was installed.  Included was a SmartSUMP™ specifically designed for crawl spaces.

Clean Crawl Space, East Saint Louis, IL - Photo 1
Water Damaged Basement in East Saint Louis, MO

In East Saint Louis, Missouri homeowner Kia B. had a wet basement. Rainwater was coming in the space at the floor/wall joint. Kia called Woods Basement Systems to install a solution to keep the basement dry. Our team installed several products including WaterGuard, IceGuard, and TripleSafe.

Water Damaged Basement in East Saint Louis, MO - Photo 1
Bowing Wall in East Saint Louis, MO

In East Saint Louis, Illinois homeowners Teia and Christopher H. needed a solution for their bowing basement wall. The wall over the years has gotten worse than expected and they needed a solution quickly or their entire home may be in danger. The couple made the right decision and called Woods Basement Systems to install a solution for their problem.

Our team installed our PowerBrace system, offering a permanent solution to fixing cracked or bowed walls due to the constant movement of soil. This solution will stabilize and support the home, stopping any further damage to the homes foundation or structure. The homeowners were pleased with the results after the install and were happy they called Woods Basement Systems!

Bowing Wall in East Saint Louis, MO - Photo 1
Installing WaterGuard™ in East St. Louis

When basements experience leaks, they can often rise from below the floor. Water collects near the footing and rises up through the gap between the floor and the wall, where it then leaks into the basement. 

 

Some waterproofing plans will try to drain this water from around the footing before it can build up to reach the floor. The problem with these systems is that they often sit in the mud and the filter fabrics they require to keep the mud out of the sump pump will clog. Once the drainage system clogs, the water builds up around it and leaks inside anyway. That's why Woods Basement Systems uses WaterGuard™. WaterGuard™ is the smarter solution to preventing leaks from below the floor. 

 

WaterGuard™ sits on top of the footing, just beneath the floor, where it can collect water rising from below the floor without sitting in the mud next to the footing. This means WaterGuard™ won't clog and won't need filter fabrics that will need replacing. The system can also collect water that leaks in through the walls thanks to a built-in gap between the wall and the floor. This gap catches water from the wall and directs it into the sump pump system with any water collected from below. 

 

Once installed beneath the floor, the trench that gets dug for it is recovered in concrete and the bottom section of the wall is replaced. When everything is done, the basement will be protected from leaks from outside without being an eyesore to anyone inside. 

Installing WaterGuard™ in East St. Louis - Photo 1
Waterproofing in East St. Louis, Illinois

Keith W. of East St. Louis, Illinois had a leak in his basement, so he decided to call Woods Basement Systems for a solution. Systems design specialist, Sam W. recommended installing a TripeSafe sump pump, WaterGuard, and IceGuard. 

Foreman, Donald A. installed the products. The TripleSafe sump pump uses a primary pump, a secondary pump, and a battery-powered backup pump, so it is guaranteed to protect your home. WaterGuard is installed in the perimeter of the basement floor and it is used to collect water that seeps through the basement walls and guides it to the sump pump. Once there, it can be pumped out and away from the home. IceGuard is placed on the outside of the home and it works to allow water to expel from the guards in case pipes freeze or clog. 

Now Keith W. has a dry basement. 

Water Leak Repaired in East St. Louis

Rosalind and Charles of East St. Louis had cracks that led to water leaking into the basement, so he decided to call Woods Basement Systems for a solution. Systems design specialist, Simba T. recommended installing a Twin Pack pump, CleanSpace, and WaterGuard.

Foreman, Bradly P. installed the products. The Twin Pack pump comes with two stainless steel pumps at different heights to combat flooding. CleanSpace is a vapor barrier used to collect water that seeps through basement walls. It is made out of inorganic materials, so it does not support mold growth. WaterGuard takes that collected water and guides it to the sump pump to be removed from the home.

Now Rosalind and Charles L. have a watertight basement. 

Basement System Installed in East Saint Louis

East Saint Louis, Illinois homeowner Rosalind was worried about the signs of water leakage her basement was showing. She gave Woods Basement Systems a call and System Design Specialist Simba developed a plan for her. 

Foreman Brad and his crew installed WaterGuard, TwinPack, and CleanSpace inside the basement. This will collect any water coming in through the cracks in the walls. They also installed Push Piers to lift the home and close the gap in the wall. 

Rosalind can now trust that her basement will remain dry and her home will no longer settle. 

Push Pier Installed in East St. Louis, IL

Homeowners Charles and Rosalind in East St. Louis, IL were concerned with signs of settling in their home's foundation: cracks, sloping floors, and shifting slabs. They called Woods Basement Systems and met with Design Specialist Simba T., who recommended the ideal repair solution for their foundation issues.

Foreman Brad P. and his team installed push pier support posts to address the foundation damage at the source. Made of galvanized steel, push piers offer permanent foundation protection by lifting it to its original position in order to combat future settling and other types of damage. Thanks to their push pier systems, Charles and Rosalind can rest easy knowing they made a reliable, long-lasting investment in their home.

Settling Foundation in East St. Louis

Frankie S. of East St. Louis, MO was experiencing foundation issues at this home. Jeremy contacted Woods Basement Systems to help decided what the best solution was to repair his foundation. Design specialist Jeremy R. determined that Frankie would need a Push Pier system to help support his settling foundation.

Our Push Pier system uses high steel tubes and a load transfer bracket to stabilize sinking or settling foundations. Foreman Jose L. was there to install the system for Frankie to ensure that his foundation would not continue to shift. 

After the Push Pier system was installed, Frankie was happy with the work that Woods Basement Systems had done and is now relieved that his home is now supported and will no longer continue to sink.

Wall Anchors Correct Bowing Walls in East St. Louis, IL

Ronald C. of East St. Louis, Illinois noticed that a couple of walls in his home's basement were cracking and bowing. He did not want the problem to get any worse or cause safety concerns, so he called Woods Basement Systems for assistance.

Design specialist Peter N. assessed the problem and decided the best solution was to install wall anchors. Foreman Jeremy R. then headed to the home to get the job started.

Wall anchors extend from the inside basement walls to the hard packed soil outside. The anchors, made of steel, help stabilize and prevent any further movement of the walls.

Ronald C. now has stable and safe basement walls. He no longer has to worry about the walls in his home cracking or bowing.

Geo-Lock Wall anchor Installed in East Saint Louis, IL

Jacqueline A was concerned when she noticed that her basement walls were bowing.  So she decided to call Woods Basement Systems.  System Design Specialist David G was able to come up with a solution to the problem.

Foreman Jeremy R installed a Geo-Lock Wall Anchor in Jacqueline’s basement.  The wall anchor has two ends, one will attach to a stable level of soil away from the house, and the other end will attach to the basement wall.  The device can also be tightened and over time will straighten the walls.

Bowing Wall Corrected with Wall Anchors in East St. Louis, IL

Jacqueline A. of East St. Louis, Illinois noticed that some walls in her home's basement were cracking and bowing. She did not want to ignore the problem and allow the problem to get worse, so she called Woods Basement Systems for help.

Design specialist David G. discussed the problems with the homeowner and decided that the best solution was to install several push piers. Foreman Jeremy R. then traveled to the home to get the job started. Wall anchors are made of steel and extend from the inside walls of the home to the hard packed soil outside. They stabilize and prevent any further movement of the walls.

Jacqueline A. no longer has to worry about her home's basement walls bowing or cracking. She now has stable walls.

WaterGuard and TripleSafe Installed in East Saint Louis, Illinois

East Saint Louis, Illinois resident Patrick B. was troubled by water leaking into his basement where the floor meets the wall. The water seepage caused mold and created a musty odor. System design specialist Paul W. designed a solution. 

Foreman Melvin F. installed WaterGuard. WaterGuard is a perimeter drainage system that collects and guides water to the TripleSafe sump pump system. TripleSafe is equipped with a main pump, back up pump and battery-powered pump to ensure the basement stays dry.

Waterproofing in East St. Louis, IL

Denise T. of East St. Louis, IL has water standing in her basement. This water threatened her home with mold and she want to protect it. Woods Basement Systems was able to install products to evacuate the water as quickly as possible. 

Woods installed WaterGuard to help drain unwanted water out of the basement. WaterGuard is installed in the cement of the flooring against the walls. This allows water to enter the piping and be drained to prevent damages to the home and personal belongings.

CleanSpace was installed on the basement walls to provide protection to the home. CleanSpace sealed off the basement to keep water out but also guided the water that got in to the WaterGuard. 

A TripleSafe sump pump was installed to evacuate unwanted water. The sump pump will pump the water out through a discharge line that leads the water to the yard. This line can become clogged or frozen at times, in order to prevent the water from receding back into the basement, Woods installed IceGuard. IceGuard is installed on the discharge line next to the house and allows water to escape through it when it is necessary. 

SmartJacks Installed in East St. Louis, IL

Johnnie C. in East St. Louis, IL was experiencing sagging floors in his home. Worried that this would cause irreversible damgae, Johnnie called Woods Basement Systems to fix the problem. 

Woods installed SmartJacks to help support the home. These jacks lifted the sagging floors and prevents them from happening in the future. The SmartJacks will give the home support for the life of the structure, Woods guarantees this. 

Woods Waterproofs East Saint Louis Home

An East Saint Louis resident had been living with water in her basement for 6 years.  It wasn’t until the problem began getting worse that she gave Woods Basement Systems a call.  She would get inches of water in her finished basement every time there was a heavy rain, and she wanted to solve the issue once and for all.

After a thorough inspection, Woods installed WaterGuard, IceGuard, and  a TripleSafe sump pump in the resident’s basement.  This prevented the water from entering the basement by pumping it out and away from the home.  The TripleSafe was able to keep up with the large amounts of water because of its three-pump system.  There was not a problem with the WaterGuard clogging because it was installed on top of the footing rather than beside it.

The resident was very satisfied with the waterproofing and now enjoys a dry basement all the time.  She rated Woods a 10 out of 10 and said she is very likely to recommend their excellent work.

Serving the following East Saint Louis, IL zip codes
62201, 62202, 62203, 62204, 62205, 62206, 62207