Certified Waterproofing, Concrete Lifting & Foundation Repair in Carver County, MN

A homeowner in Carver, MN saw a large crack on the external wall of her foundation and was concerned about the underlying problems and the costs that that she may have to incur has a homeowner if she left it alone. She decided it would be a good idea to get a professional out to her home to look at it and let her know what her options were. While researching foundation repair contractors, she found American Waterworks and felt like we would be a good fit for her.

We sent our Design Specialist, Shane Nephew, to do a free onsite inspection. Shane let her know that her best option for permanently stabilizing her home would be to install piers underneath the foundation. After Shane thoroughly explained the process and addressed her questions, she decided that it was the right solution for her home. Our crew went ahead an installed four push piers under the footings so that they could transfer the weight of the home to competent soil and prevent any further settlement. The homeowner is glad she chose this permanent solution which is backed by a lifetime warranty. 

Jan M. in Victoria, MN was tired of dealing with the frustration of having an uneven driveway and patio. The driveway had sunk a couple of inches, making it very uneven from the garage. The patio had also started to sink, and it was becoming a trip hazard for her family. She decided to research concrete repair contractors to see what options were available to her. She was interested to learn more about the PolyLevel foam solution that American Waterworks offers, so she contacted us to receive a free estimate. 

Jan was pleased to find out that PolyLevel is a faster, durable, and a more affordable alternative to concrete repair. She decided it was the right option for her, so we sent one of our PolyLevel experts to her home to inject the foam. The project only took a couple of hours, and she was glad she could see the results right away. She can rest easy knowing that her concrete is now supported and won't be sinking any time soon.

Naomi R. in Norwood Young America, MN learned that radon kills over 20,000 people each year and she realized that they had not had their home tested yet. Naomi had used us in the past to repair her foundation and install an egress window. She had a pleasant experience with us, so she contacted us again to test her home for radon. We had one of our Design Specialists, Jeremy Radtke, go to her home to set up the radon test and give her a free estimate. The results showed that her home did in fact have high levels of radon, so Jeremy recommended that they have our radon mitigation system installed as soon as possible. Naomi was eager to have the system installed to protect their health and reduce their chances of contracting lung cancer.

Our production team installed the radon mitigation system by inserting a PVC pipe through her sump pump, which creates a suction point for the gas. The PVC pipe runs up the house and through the roof. There is a fan installed at the top of the PVC pipe to ensure that the gas is pushed out and away from the home. After each installation, we do a second radon test to ensure that the radon mitigation system is working properly and expelling the radon from the home. The second test reported that Naomi’s home now had significantly lower levels of radon. She is glad that her home is now protected from this harmful, radioactive gas, and that she took action to protect her and her family’s health.

Linda A. in Chanhassen, MN had a crack in her concrete block foundation that was continuously widening. She also had a small front porch with a concrete base that was cracking and crumbling. The foundation of her home had started sinking and settling because the soil beneath the foundation was unstable. She knew that the problem would continue to get worse and if she chose to leave her foundation problem unattended to, her foundation could eventually fail. Linda was considering rebuilding the porch and replacing the foundation, but while she was researching her options, she discovered American Waterworks on Home Advisor. She learned that she could repair her foundation for a fraction of the price it would cost to replace it. She decided to contact us to receive a FREE estimate. We sent one of our Design Specialists, Jeremy Radtke, went to her home to inspect her foundation and provide her with a solution. She was pleased with his plan and the proposal, so she scheduled the installation.

American Waterworks solved her foundation problem by installing 6 Helical piers underneath the foundation. Our production team excavated the soil around the home to gain access to the base of the foundation. Then, they installed the 6 piers under the foundation and added helical pier sections until we reached competent soil to support the home. The weight of the home is then transferred through the helical piers to deep, stable soils. Lastly, they carefully replaced the soil around the home. The home has been lifted back to its original position and it is now permanently supported. Our piers are backed by a lifetime guarantee, so Linda is confident that she chose the best long-term solution to protect her home.

Nick A. in Waconia, MN had two foundation walls in his basement that were cracked and bowing inward. Nick was concerned about the underlying problems his damaged foundation could be causing. He wanted to avoid having to replace his entire foundation and while doing research he found that foundation repair is much more efficient and cost-effective option. He contacted American Waterworks to receive a FREE estimate, so we sent one of our Design Specialists, Chad Johnson, to his home to inspect his foundation and design a solution. Nick was pleased with Chad’s thorough evaluation and proposal, so he chose to move forward with the installation.

Our production team was able to permanently repair Nick’s foundation by installing 14 wall anchors along the two damaged walls. We dug small holes in the soil outside of the home that lined up with where the anchors would be installed. Then, small holes were drilled through the concrete block walls and into the soil. Long metal rods were inserted through the wall until they reached the holes in the yard. We placed anchors plates on both ends of the rods and tightened them. Our wall anchors are backed by a lifetime guarantee, so Nick is confident that his home is protected for the long-term and his peace of mind has been restored.

Brian H. in Chaska, MN realized that his front steps had sunk almost two inches over the last couple of years. He began to research options to repair his concrete and his discovered American Waterworks. He was interested in learning more about our PolyLevel concrete repair solution, so we sent a Design Specialist to his home to give him a FREE estimate and provide a solution. 

PolyLevel is a polymer foam that expands and hardens when injected underneath the concrete. As it expands, it raises the concrete. Our PolyLevel experts inject a precise amount of foam into multiple holes in the concrete to lift and level it back to its original position. Brian chose to use our PolyLevel option to repair his concrete. The process only took a couple of hours and he was amazed at the transformation. PolyLevel is a more affordable, faster and durable option compared to traditional concrete repair. 

Mari H. in Watertown, MN had a driveway that had sunk a couple of inches with the change of season. The concrete driveway was now a trip hazard because it was no longer level with the garage floor. Mari contacted American Waterworks after hearing about our PolyLevel concrete repair solution. Our Design Specialist assured Mari that we could raise and level the concrete within a matter of hours. Mari was happy to hear that, and he scheduled the installation. 

Our PolyLevel experts drilled small holes into the concrete and injected a polymer foam until the concrete had been raised to be even with the garage floor. The process was quick and non-invasive. Mari was pleased with how affordable this solution was and he was very pleased with the results!

Mike and Barb C. of Mayer, MN were nervous about their basement flooding when they were experiencing heavy doses of rain. Since their sump pump runs off electricity, they were also nervous about possible power outage during these storms. During their annual maintenance with our service technician, Eric Lopez, educated them on the importance of having our Ultra Sump/Batter Back-Up installed for further support on their existing sump pump. The addition of our battery-back up provides further protection for the home. This pump can remove up to 11,500 gallons of water on full charge, while a secondary battery can be installed on a single UltraSump to double its pumping time. Mike and Barb were confident in Eric's proposal and presentation, so they got it installed and no longer have to worry about harsh weather conditions. 

Not only do we provide service for sump pump systems and basement waterproofing. We also perform work in foundation wall repair, concrete lifting/repair, crawl space encapsulation/repair, and radon testing/mitigation. Call us today to schedule your free estimate! 

When concrete sinks or cracks, it can cause problems such as dangerous tripping hazards, uneven concrete surfaces, and pooling water. Bad concrete also affects curb appeal, which reduces the value of the home. The good news is that concrete issues can be fixed without having to replace the slab with a new one.

Karen K. of Cologne, MN was having similar issues on her concrete front walkway. She reached out to American Waterworks and scheduled a FREE estimate with our Design Specialist. Our Design Specialist went to her home, carefully inspected her concrete, and determined a solution that worked for her and her concrete repair needs. Karen was confident in our proposal, so went ahead with the project. 

Our Foreman and his crew member injected 95 pounds of our PolyLevel underneath the concrete, which is made to stabilize and raise the concrete surface. It fills the voids underneath the concrete and eliminates tripping hazards. Next, our team applied our NexusPro over the concrete cracks, which is designed to prevent moisture from seeping underneath the concrete and make the concrete look new and fresh. The project was completed in one day and Karen had a great experience from start to finish! 

Is your concrete cracking or sinking? Call us today or click HERE to request a FREE estimate! 

A resident of Young America, MN had a cracked foundation wall and was worried about the safety and structural build of their home. They got in contact with American Waterworks after seeing that we provide FREE estimates. They called our office line and scheduled a FREE, on-site inspection and estimate. Our Design Specialist went to their home, carefully inspected and diagnosed the issue, and determined a solution that would fit their needs and budget. The resident got all of their questions answered and was confident in our presentation and product, so they signed our contract, put down a deposit, and got a date scheduled for the installation. 

Our Foreman and his crew were able to provide the resident with a great experience and their peace of mind was restored once the project was completed! 

We provide FREE, no-obligation estimates for all of our services. Give us a call to schedule yours today! 

Nicole from Waconia, MN, gave us a call when she began to notice that a corner of her concrete patio was beginning to sink. Nicole was growing concerned because the sinking concrete had created several tripping hazards and she was afraid that, if left unchecked, the gaps would only worsen and create bigger problems down the road. Nicole cashed in on her FREE estimate with us and a Design Specialist from our Radon and Concrete division went out to the property to do an inspection. When he arrived, he informed Nicole that her concrete slab was sinking due to the soil beneath it settling. He suggested that she fix the problem soon before it had a chance to deteriorate further. He suggested that she invest in our PolyLevel solution to raise the concrete. 

After she agreed, our Foreman, Dylon, and his crew began the repairs. The crew began by strategically drilling holes into the concrete slab in question. Next, they injected the PolyLevel, which is an expanding polyurethane foam that is used to fill the gaps caused by soil erosion and raise and stabilize concrete surfaces. They finished the job by sealing the holes and any miscellaneous cracks with our NexusPro, a silicone-based sealant for joints and cracks. This sealant is specially formulated to provide long-lasting flexibility and to stand up to harsh weather conditions, making it the ideal sealant for any concrete cracks.

When the project was completed, Nicole was grateful that her sunken concrete worries were in the past!

If you're experiencing similar issues to Nicole, contact us today to schedule your FREE estimate with one of our Design Specialists!