Your Reliable Houston County, MN Wet Basement & Structural Repair Company

Michelle M. in Calendonia, MN had heard about the dangers of radon and decided she needed to get her home tested. American Waterworks tested her home and the results showed that her home did have high levels of radon. Our Design Specialist, Dustin Loftus, explained the risks of living with high levels of radon and he walked her through the radon mitigation process. Michelle decided that it would be best to protect her and her family's health, so she chose to have us install our radon mitigation system. 

The installation was a quick and painless process that was completed in just a few hours. The radon that was seeping into Michelle's home is now being vented to the outside of her house through a PVC pipe. The pipe is attached to a fan to ensure that the radon gas is vented out and away from her home. Michelle can have peace of mind knowing that her home is now protected from radon. 

Lori F. in Houston, MN found that her sump pump had failed during a heavy rainfall. Her sump pump was not able to keep up with the amount of water that was draining into it, so water began to pool around the sump pump. She knew it was time to have her sump pump replaced. A friend referred her to American Waterworks, so she contacted us and we set up an appointment for one of our Certified Design Specialists to provide a free onsite estimate. 

After having the sump pump options thoroughly explained to her by our Design Specialist, she chose to have the TripleSafe sump pump installed. The TripleSafe sump pump system is our most reliable sump pump because it offers three layers of protection, including a battery backup pump that will work even when the power is out. Lori's basement is now protected, and she no longer has to worry about her sump pump failing. 

According to the World Health Organization, radon causes 15% of the world's lung cancer cases and kills 20,000 people each year. David B. in La Crescent, MN learned about the dangers of radon, so he chose to have his home tested by American Waterworks. The test results showed a radon level of 5.5 pCi/L. The EPA recommends that homeowners take action when radon levels are at 4pCi/L or higher, so American Waterworks took the time to walk David through the radon mitigation installation process and answer any of his questions. David did not want to compromise his family's health any longer, so he chose to have our radon mitigation system installed.

Our crew drilled a hole through the floor in the basement to insert a PVC pipe and create a suction point for the radon gas. Then the gas is vented through the pipe and out of the home. A fan is also installed at the top of the PVC pipe where the gas is vented out to ensure that the gas is pushed away from the home. After the radon mitigation system was installed, we tested his radon levels again and the results came back as 0.9pCi/L. David now has peace of mind knowing that he took the necessary steps to protect his family from this dangerous gas.

Gloria R. in Spring Grove, MN was experiencing water leaking into her finished basement. Unfortunately, the water had ruined her carpet and part of her wall paneling. She was frustrated and needed to find a reliable solution fast. She contacted the waterproofing experts at American Waterworks to receive a FREE estimate. We sent a Design Specialist to her home as soon as possible to inspect her basement and design the right solution for her. She was pleased with the proposal and the products, so she scheduled to have our waterproofing system installed. 

Our team installed our WaterGuard drainage system around the perimeter of the basement floor and a TripleSafe sump pump in the corner. The drainage system guides water to the sump pump and from there, the water is discharged from the home. Since the installation, Gloria's basement has been a dry, livable space and her peace of mind has been restored!

Linda V. of Hokah, MN had water leaking in her basement underneath her staircase and wasn’t sure how to go about the issue. She got ahold of American Waterworks to see what we could do for her. We sent out our Design Specialist, Mac Cole, for a Free Estimate to inspect the issue. After all of Linda’s questions were answered and she felt comfortable, she decided to follow through with the project.

Our foreman, Aaron Engen, and his production crew went out to her house and started the installation process. First, they installed our TripleSafe sump pump system which is the most reliable sump pump we have and provides three levels of protection. From the sump pump, they broke up the concrete and made a trench. In the trench, they installed an inside discharge line of 60 linear feet that led to the LawnSpace outlet outside the house. With the help of the TripleSafe and discharge line, water can pump out of the house a lot more efficiently. Our crew finished the process by filling the open gaps with rock and replacing the concrete.

Linda was very satisfied and happy that American Waterworks was able to save the life and quality of her basement!

Having a wet or damp basement can cause more than just a headache. Problems like these can cause bigger problems like mildew, rot, structural damage, mold, and health problems. Some symptoms to look out for are a wet basement, damp walls, standing water, musty smells, condensation, sump pump problems, and leaky basement windows. 

Lambert and Joyce S. of Eitzen, MN had water leaking into his basement where the wall and floor meet, and they were afraid that it was going to cause water damage. One of their friends worked with American Waterworks and they had great customer service so they recommended our company. Lambert and Joyce called our office line and set up a FREE estimate with our Design Specialist team. Our Design Specialist went to their home, inspected their basement water problem, and determined a solution that worked for them and their needs. Lambert and Joyce were confident in our proposal, so they followed through with the project. 

Our Foreman and his production team began the project by jackhammering out the concrete floor perimeter, forming a trench. In the trench, our crew installed our WaterGuard Drainage System, which is an interior drainage system designed to prevent water and mud clogs, collect water seepage from basement walls, and it has easily accessible service ports when time for annual maintenance. It also works hand in hand with the sump pump in order to efficiently pump water out of the home. To complete the project, our team filled the open gaps with river rock and applied new concrete over them to ensure the basement was neat, clean, and dry! 

We provide services in basement waterproofing, crawl space repair/encapsulation, foundation repair, radon testing/mitigation, and concrete repair/lifting. Call us today or click HERE to request and schedule your FREE estimate! 

Carolyn, from Caledonia, ND noticed that her driveway and sidewalk were showing signs of cracking and sinking. She was afraid that if it kept worsening, these issues could lead to safety hazards and problems with the house itself. By contacting us and requesting a FREE estimate, we set her up with our Design Specialist team member for a free, no-obligation estimate. 

Brian headed to the property and completed his walkthrough, recommending that our PolyLevel lift and leveling solution and our NexusPro sealant would get the job done. He explained that any concrete surface's stability depends on the soil beneath it. The weight of concrete and what it supports, combined with natural soil erosion, can lead to sunken and uneven concrete surfaces. 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. NexusPro sealant is a silicone-based sealant for joints and cracks specially formulated to provide long-lasting flexibility and to stand up to harsh weather conditions.

Our Foreman, Troy, and his crew began implementing these services by drilling holes strategically into the concrete. They then injected PolyLevel while consistently checking to ensure the slab was adjusting properly. Finally, NexusPro was applied, penetrating the concrete and permanently bonding with it, protecting it from water damage and making stains easier to remove

Carolyn was very grateful to know that she no longer had to worry about the cracks and sinking in her concrete! 

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