Leading Foundation & Basement Repair Contractor in Chisago County, MN

Doug G. in North Branch, MN had a dirt crawl space that was high in moisture and was letting energy out of his home, therefore wasting his money. A friend referred him to American Waterworks because they had previously had a great experience while working with us. Doug decided to check us out, and he contacted us for a FREE estimate. We were happy to send one of our Design Specialists, Chad Johnson, to his home to inspect his problem and provide a solution. Chad developed a thorough waterproofing plan for his crawl space that would permanently keep the space clean and energy efficient. Doug was happy with the proposal, so they scheduled a time for our crew to do the install.

Our production team installed drainage matting, a SmartDrain, our CleanSpace vapor barrier, and TerraBlock. The combination of these waterproofing products protect the space from losing energy, moisture accumulating, and the potential of mold growth. The project only took a day to complete, and this solution will last for the lifetime of the home. Doug is glad he chose to invest in the long-term protection of his home, and the cost savings that come with having an energy efficient space.

Craig S. in Shafer, MN had water seeping into his basement and his old sump pump was not able to keep up with the amount of water coming in. While looking for a local waterproofing company, he came across American Waterworks’ website and decided to contact us for a free estimate. We sent one of our Design Specialists, Chad Johnson, to his home to inspect his basement and to develop a solution for him. Chad designed a thorough waterproofing plan to ensure that Craig’s basement would remain a permanently dry space after the installation. Craig liked to proposal that Chad put together, so he scheduled the installation.

Our production team installed a full perimeter of our WaterGuard drainage system on the basement floor. They also installed a SuperSump sump pump and our CleanSpace wall system around the entire basement. The WaterGuard properly guides water to the sump pump, which then pumps the water through the discharge line to the outside of the home. The CleanSpace wall system is a vapor barrier that protects the basement from any moisture seeping in and the potential of mold growth. The combination of these waterproofing products has made Craig’s basement a dry, clean and brighter space. Our waterproofing system is backed by a lifetime warranty, so Craig is confident that he chose the right waterproofing solution to protect his basement for the long-term.

Darrin K. in Wyoming, MN noticed that the moisture in his crawl space was damaging the beams that were supporting the floor. The beams had started rotting, which caused the floor to sag. He knew the problem was only going to get worse, so he started looking at repair options. He chose to contact American Waterworks to receive a FREE estimate, so we sent one of our Design Specialists, Chad Johnson, to his home to inspect his crawl space and design a solution.

Chad recommended having SmartJacks installed in the crawl space to support the beams. The SmartJack system provides solid support for sagging and undersized beams, restoring stability and straightness to sagging floor joists in a crawl space. Darrin was comfortable with this solution, so our production crew installed 6 SmartJacks and 32ft of supplemental beams. Our crawl space structural support jacks, called SmartJacks, are made of galvanized steel for corrosion resistance and can support loads of more than 60,000lbs! Our SmartJacks are the ONLY crawl space support jacks that address problem soils, so the SmartJacks provide a permanent solution for rotting, sagging floor beams. Darrin was pleased with the transformation and he is no longer concerned about the stability of his floors.

Michael and Samantha C. of Rush City, MN had water leaking into their basement so they called American Waterworks for a FREE Estimate. Our Design Specialist, Shawn Conlin, went to their home to inspect their basement and come up with a trusted solution. Michael and Samantha were comfortable and confident with the proposal, so they scheduled an installation. 

Our Foreman, Mike Fanning, and his production crew began the installation by breaking out the concrete around the perimeter of the basement floor forming a trench. In the trench, our team installed our WaterGuard System, which collects water seepage from basement walls and prevents water clogs. Next, Mike and his crew installed our TripleSafe Sump Pump System, which provides three levels of protection and is the best sump pump in the industry. To complete the project, our team covered the leftover open gaps with rock and replaced the concrete. Michael and Samantha were thrilled and enjoyed their experience from start to finish! 

Robert D. of Stacy, MN had cracked concrete on his porch and driveway, causing him to dislike the view of his home from the sidewalk. He did some research on our website and came across our FREE Estimate page. Our Design Specialist, Ben Fort, went to his home to inspect the cracks and come up with a solution for free. After a couple of hours of carefully inspecting the cracks, Robert was confident in Ben's proposal, so he signed the contract and moved forward with the repairs. 

Our Foreman and his crew member applied our NexusPro to the cracks to properly seal them and prevent any moisture from invading the soil beneath the concrete. Our NexusPro cures within 60 minutes, it is long-lasting and durable, and it is not affected by extreme temperatures. It also gives the concrete a neat and clean look. To learn more about our NexusPro and what it can do for your driveway, click HERE! 

Radon is a senseless gas that can be toxic and present in your home. Since it is a gas, it can enter through cracks, holes, or other openings. Behind smoking, it is the second-leading cause of lung cancer. 

A homeowner in Harris, MN had high radon levels, and they wanted to get their home tested. Thankfully, they knew one of our Design Specialists, so they asked him about our FREE estimates for radon tests. The homeowner felt confident in our radon tests, so our Design Specialist performed a test on their home. The test came back with very high results, so the homeowner decided to get a mitigation system installed in their home. 

Our Foreman and his crew member started the project by drilling a suction point into the sump pump. The reasoning for this is to suck out all of the air underneath the concrete. From there, our team connected PVC piping from the suction point to the outside of the home, where they installed the mitigation system. Our Radon Mitigation System is the heart of the system. If that system fails, radon will not be able to escape the home. From the system, our team installed another PVC pipe along the siding until the roof, where the radon escapes and dissolves into the air. Do you have high radon levels in your home or are you curious about your radon levels? Call us today or click HERE to request your free estimate! 

Pat from Taylors Falls, MN, got in contact with us when he began to notice uneven concrete forming between his porch and sidewalk in front of his house. Pat was concerned that, if left untreated, the gap between slabs of concrete would only continue to grow, posing even more of a trip hazard than before. Pat used his FREE estimate and we got our Design Specialist out to the property as soon as we could. When our Design Specialist arrived he did a thorough investigation to find the root of the cause. He discovered that the soil beneath the slabs had begun to settle, causing the slabs to sink further into the soil beneath. Our Design Specialist suggested the use of our PolyLevel foam to help raise the concrete back to its former state. Our PolyLevel is a proven polyurethane foam that is injected under the slabs of concrete directly into the gaps and problem areas. As the foam sets and expands, it slowly raises the slabs of concrete back to their original state. Our PolyLevel Foreman, Troy, was able to get to the property soon after recommendations were made. He injected the concrete and was able to eliminate the tripping hazards that had formed. Now Pat and his family can safely use their porch stairs without fear of injury. 

If you've noticed your concrete shifting to places it shouldn't, contact us today to set up your FREE estimate! 

Sandra from North Branch, MN, enlisted our help when she noticed that her front walkway surrounding her home was beginning to sink, creating fairly large gaps. She was afraid that if she left the concrete as is that it would create an even bigger hazard and could be much harder, and more expensive, to fix down the road. When she called us she was able to use her FREE estimate to diagnose the issue. We sent our Design Specialist, Jesse, out to the property to do a thorough inspection into the cause of the issue, the extent of the damage, and to make recommendations as to how we could help Sandra moving forward. Once Jesse had completed his inspection, he informed Sandra that the root of the problem was the soil beneath the slabs of concrete was settling, lowering the concrete with it. Because of the size of the gaps already forming, Jesse recommended that Sandra take action quickly to ensure no further damage was done. He recommended our PolyLevel injection; an expanding polyurethane foam that is injected beneath the concrete to fill the gaps caused by soil erosion and raise and stabilize the concrete surfaces. Sandra agreed and our Foreman, Ben, and his crew were on the scene in the coming weeks. 

Ben and his crew began by strategically drilling holes into the problem concrete slabs. Next, they injected the foam into the holes and monitored the raising process to ensure the slabs returned to their former place. To finish the job, the crew sealed all the cracks and holes with our NexusPro, a long-lasting silicone-based sealant for joints and cracks. 

When the job was complete, Sandra was happy with the work our team did and was relieved that her worries were in the past!

Marta and Reginald, from Wyoming, MN, gave us a call when they began to notice their concrete driveway and patio were beginning to sink. When they called in, we set them up with our FREE estimate and one of our Design Specialists from our concrete and radon division went out to their property to assess the issue. When our Design Specialist had completed his thorough investigation, he recommended that the couple consider using our PolyLevel injection to lift and level the slabs of concrete. This solution is an expanding polyurethane foam that is injected beneath the concrete to fill any gaps caused by soil erosion. It is used to raise and stabilize concrete surfaces. The two agreed and work began shortly after. Our Foreman and his crew made quick work of lifting and leveling the concrete back to its former glory. When they finished, they went over the newly raised concrete again with our NexusPro solution, a silicone-based sealant for joints and cracks. This solution is used to seal off any remaining cracks or joints in the concrete to protect it from any further damage. 

When the job had been completed, Marta and Reginald were happy with the work we had done and were relieved that they no longer had to worry about trip hazards forming due to sinking concrete. 

Jason, from Center City, MN got in contact with us when he began to notice the concrete surrounding his pool was beginning to show signs of sinkage. Jason was afraid that if he didn't fix the issue, the sinking concrete could cause problems with the pool or form dangerous tripping hazards worsened by wet concrete. After doing some research about concrete repair companies in the area, Jason found our company and decided to give us a call. When we spoke with him, we set him up with our FREE estimate, entitling him to a free, no-obligation estimate by a member of our Design Specialist team. A few weeks later, our Design Specialist, Mike, headed out to the property to complete his walkthrough. Once he had concluded, he recommended our PolyLevel lift and leveling solution. Mike explained that our PolyLevel is an expanding polyurethane foam that is injected beneath the concrete to fill the gaps caused by soil erosion and raise and stabilize the concrete surface. Jason agreed with the recommendation and work began a few weeks later. 

Our Foreman, Sam, and his Co-Foreman began the process by strategically drilling holes into the concrete slab. Next, they injected the PolyLevel, being sure to monitor the lifting process to ensure the slab returned to its prior state. Once the job was done, our customer was happy to know that he no longer had to worry about the sinking concrete around his pool! 

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Jillian and Nathan of Taylors Falls, MN had water leaking through the floor of their basement, along with musty smells and damaged walls, causing them to worry about the state of the home. Our office staff contacted them and set the pair up with a FREE Estimate with our Design Specialist, Rick. Rick went to the home to inspect the problem and devise a solution. Rick proposed they invest in our waterproofing solutions to properly address and resolve the issues. Jillian and Nathan were comfortable with the proposal and went ahead with the solution.

Foreman Raul and his crew headed to the property to begin implementation. First, they began by clearing debris and readying the spaces for installation. They then installed our CleanSpace vapor barrier to address water Issues. CleanSpace is a 100% waterproof plastic barrier installed right onto the problem walls and works to catch water entering the space through cracks and holes in the wall. It is attached to the walls with plastic fasteners so it never falls. It also prevents any humidity from invading the walls and gives the basement a clean and bright appearance with a 25-year warranty, reducing the home's chances of exposure to radon. Next, the team worked on our WaterGuard System, which serves as an underground drain, collects water from basement walls, and prevents water clogs. They next installed a TripleSafe Sump Pump System with three levels of protection to solve all water problems a homeowner may experience. Along with the TripleSafe Sump Pump is a battery backup that helps in cases where power is lost in a home the battery will keep the pumps draining any excess water build-up. Finally, our team added an Aprilaire dehumidifier, which creates healthy air and can reduce the number of viable viruses in the air to less than 1% in two days when set to 50% relative humidity. 

The pair was happy with the work and had a great experience with our production crew! If you are experiencing a similar issue, please give us a call and claim your FREE estimate today!

A concerned homeowner in Chisago City, MN, wanted to have a professional evaluate their concrete. Over time, the homeowner noticed the gap between their garage and the concrete slab being to grow. While sifting through the several companies, the homeowner came across American Waterworks. After doing further research into the company, the homeowner decided we were their best bet. The homeowner went to our website and signed up for their FREE estimate. Once the appointment was set, our Design Specialist set out to evaluate the concrete.  After their evaluation, the Design Specialist determined the concrete slab was sinking and came up with a suggested solution for this issue. After hearing the solution, the homeowners agreed with the suggested plan of action.

Our Foreman, Troy, and his crew were assigned to complete this task. Upon arrival, the crew prepared their tools for the lifting and leveling. The crew utilized the PolyLevel, a polyurethane foam injection solution, to lift the sunken concrete. To install the PolyLevel, the crew strategically drills small 5/8" holes into the concrete slab. Next, the injection ports are installed in the small holes. Then, the polyurethane foam is injected beneath the concrete to fill voids and raise the slab. Finally, the holes and control joints are sealed. Once the concrete slab was lifted, the crew shifted their focus to filling the joints with the NexusPro Joint Sealant, a silicone-based sealant for joints and cracks that is specially formulated to provide long-lasting flexibility and stand up to harsh weather conditions. The NexusPro is inserted in the prepared joint and then is detailed with a thin layer of sand to give a finished appearance. The crew successfully installed all of the products and lifted the concrete to match the level of the garage. The homeowners were thrilled that there was no longer a gap between their driveway and concrete. If you are experiencing a similar issue, sign up for your FREE estimate today! 

A homeowner in North Branch, MN, began smelling a bad odor throughout their home. After doing some investigating, the homeowner determined that the smell was coming from the crawl space. Knowing this could become a complicated fix, the homeowners began looking for a professional company to provide them with a solution. After viewing our extensive list of services and high reviews, the homeowner decided to work with American Waterworks. The homeowners signed up for their FREE estimate and we sent our Design Specialist, Nick, to evaluate the crawl space. After Nick's evaluation, he confirmed the homeowner's suspicions, the source of the scent was the crawl space. Nick provided the homeowner with a solution that would resolve the smell and improve the crawl space's appearance. The homeowner agreed and the plans were passed onto the assigned crew. 

Our Foreman, Matt, and his crew began production by installing one Helical Pier on the north wall. Once the Helical Pier was in place, the crew cleared the debris off of the dirt floor. After the floor was cleared, the crew laid down the drainage matting, a liner that gives the flooding water in your crawl space a place for the water to go. Since the draining matting was secured into place, the crew mechanically installed CleanSpace on top of the drainage matting and the crawl space walls. CleanSpace is a 100% waterproof plastic vapor barrier that protects from mold growth and water intrusion. The crew then installed Foamax, insulation for basement walls, onto all the interior walls of the crawl space. Finally, the crew utilized Sprayfoam to fill the upper wall joists of the crawl space. The crew completed the project and cleaned up all their materials. The homeowners were thankful for the work completed by the crew. If you are experiencing a similar issue, sign up for your FREE estimate today! 

A homeowner in Stacy, MN, found a gap between their sidewalk and stairs in front of their home. Wanting to prevent the issue from worsening, the homeowner sought out professional assistance. During their research, the homeowner stumbled across American Waterworks and was impressed by our past concrete work. The homeowner reached out to our Appointment Center and signed up for the FREE estimate.  Once the estimate was set, we sent our Design Specialist, Romeo, to provide the homeowners with some answers. After Romeo completed the detailed evaluation of the sidewalk, he provided the homeowners with a few solutions. After comparing all their options, the homeowners chose one of Romeo's solutions and production commenced. Our Foreman, Dylon, and his crew were assigned to complete the task. First, the crew focused on lifting the sunken sidewalk and back patio. To lift these areas, the crew decided to utilize the PolyLevel, a polyurethane foam injection solution. To begin installation, the crew strategically drills small 5/8" holes into the concrete slab. Then, injection ports are installed in these holes. Next, the polyurethane foam is injected beneath the concrete to fill voids and raise the slab. Finally, the holes and control joints are sealed. Once the PolyLevel was installed, the crew shifted their focus to the NexusPro Joint Sealant installation. NexusPro is a silicone-based sealant for joints and cracks that is specially formulated to provide long-lasting flexibility and stand up to harsh weather conditions. The crew installs the NexusPro by first drilling, smoothing, and preparing the joints with a non-absorbent rod filler. Next, the NexusPro is inserted in the prepared crack or control joint. Finally, the cracks are detailed with a thin layer of sand, giving the concrete a finished appearance. The homeowners were happy with the great job completed by the crew. If you are having a similar issue, sign up for your FREE estimate today! 

A homeowner in Wyoming, MN, found signs of water damage in the southern corner of their basement. With the snow melt and rain, the homeowner grew anxious over the possible flooding risks. Wanting to solve the issue before it could worsen, the homeowner decided to search for a professional to complete the task. Through their research, the homeowner came across our list of services and knew we would be the best bet. After signing up for their FREE estimate online, they prepared for the arrival of our Design Specialist, Jesse. Right after he arrived, Jesse began the detailed estimation of possible damage. When he completed the estimate, Jesse proposed his recommended solution to the homeowner. After considering all their options, the homeowner agreed with Jesse's solution, and the plans were sent to the assigned crew. Once they received the plans, the crew drove to the home. First, the crew focused on installing the WaterGuard, a below-floor drain that rests in a bed of drainage stone on top of the foundation footing. The crew installs the WaterGuard by digging channels around the perimeter of the basement floor. Once the channels are dug, the crew can go ahead and place the drainage stone in the channels. The WaterGuard is then placed on top of the stone and covered with cement. Next, the crew installed the TripleSafe Sump pump, our most reliable sump pump that provides three levels of protection, and the IceGuard, an anti-freeze fitting that is installed outside of the home and ejects water away from the foundation. The crew shifted their focus to the basement walls by installing CleanSpace, a 100% waterproof plastic vapor barrier. CleanSpace is mechanically attached to basement walls with plastic drilled-in fasteners. Finally, the crew completed the project by lifting the sinking steps in front of the home with the PolyLevel, a polyurethane foam injection solution. The crew installs the PolyLevel by strategically drilling small holes in the slab of concrete.  Then, injection ports are installed in the holes and the polyurethane foam is injected beneath the concrete to fill voids and raise the slab. The holes are then covered and sealed. The crew swiftly cleaned up the site and left the basement properly waterproofed. The homeowners were grateful for the hard work done by the crew. If you are experiencing a similar issue, sign up for your FREE estimate today!