Lime Springs, IA's Expert Basement Waterproofing & Foundation Repair Contractor

A homeowner in Lime Springs, IA, noticed water damage throughout their basement. Unsure where the water was coming in, the homeowner knew they needed to find an expert to provide them with answers. The homeowner looked into "water basement repair near me", and one of the first companies to grab their attention was us, American Waterworks. Impressed with our stellar ratings and reviews, the homeowner trusted that we could provide them with answers. The homeowner called our Appointment Center and signed up for their FREE estimate. Once the estimate was set, the homeowner prepared for the arrival of our Design Specialist, Ryan. A few weeks later, Ryan traveled to the home to begin the thorough inspection. During the inspection, Ryan noted that water was leaking around the basement perimeter. To prevent this issue from worsening, Ryan recommended securing several waterproofing products throughout the basement. First, Ryan recommended securing WaterGuard along the basement wall. WaterGuard is a below-floor drain that rests in a bed of drainage stone on top of the foundation footing. The crew would install 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. Once the WaterGuard is in place, the crew can shift their focus to removing the old sump pump and replacing it with the TripleSafe. The crew installed a feed line across the floor to connect the TripleSafe to the new WaterGuard. After the products were secured, the crew cleaned up their matierals and left the home. With this solution, the homeowner would have peace of mind knowing their basement was properly repaired. If you notice your home is experiencing a similar issue, sign up for your FREE estimate today! 

A homeowner in Lime Springs, IA, noticed their home's front deck was beginning to sink. Worried the sinking would worsen and cause structural issues, the homeowner knew they needed to find an expert to provide them with a solution. The homeowner looked into "sinking deck repair near me". One of the first companies to grab their attention was us, American Waterworks, so the homeowner decided to sign up for their FREE estimate. Once the estimate was set, the homeowner prepared for the arrival of our Design Specialist, Ryan. When the appointment date arrived, Ryan promptly arrived at the home and began the thorough inspection of the deck and exterior foundation. During the inspection, Ryan confirmed the deck was sinking due to settlement and required repair. To stop the settlement from continuing, Ryan recommended securing 6 Helical Piers below the deck. Knowing this was the best plan of action, the homeowner agreed, and Ryan worked with the homeowner to find the best installation date. When the installation date arrived, our Foreman, Jose, and his crew traveled to the home to begin. Once they arrived, Jose and his crew prepped the deck for the Helical Pier installation. Helical Piers permanently stabilize your home's foundation and can lift your home back to its original level. The steel piers are screwed mechanically into the soil. Then, the piers are installed to the appropriate capacities and depths, and a steel foundation bracket connects the Helical Piers to the footing. Once the project was completed, Jose and his crew cleaned up their materials and left the home. The homeowner was delighted to know their deck was properly stabilized and repaired for years to come. If you notice your home's deck is sinking, sign up for your FREE estimate today! 

A Lime Springs, IA, homeowner knew it was time to schedule their annual maintenance appointment. Next, the homeowner called our Service team and scheduled their annual maintenance appointment with one of our Service Technicians, Jack. Once the appointment arrived, Jack traveled to Lime Springs and began the inspection. Jack made sure all the installed products were running smoothly. Once he double-checked all the products, he took a closer look at the water-damaged wall. After taking a closer look, he noticed the walls were compromised. To prevent the issue from continuing, Jack recommended installing several waterproofing products throughout the basement. Knowing this was their best option, the homeowner decided to go ahead with Jack's recommendations. Next, Jack sent the proposal to the office to have the plans finalized. Our Logistics team built hte project, then scheduled it for the following month. Once the project date arrived, our Foreman, Juan, and his crew traveled to the home to begin the installation. First, Juan and his crew focused on installing WaterGuard along the basement wall. The WaterGuard is 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. Once the WaterGuard is in place, the crew could shift their focus to removing the old sump pump and replacing it with the SuperSump+. The crew installed a feedline across the floor to connect the SuperSump+ to the new WaterGuard. Then, the crew went ahead and attached CleanSpace to the unfinished basement walls. CleanSpace is a 100% waterproof plastic vapor barrier that prevents humidity and mold growth. The crew installs CleanSpace by mechanically attaching them to the basement walls with plastic drilled-in fasteners. Finally, the crew cleaned up their products and left the home. The homeowner was given peace of mind knowing their home was secure from possible water damage. If you are experiencing a similar issue, sign up for your FREE estimate today! 

A homeowner in Decorah, IA, was doing chores in their home when they heard an alarming noise. After doing some investigating, the homeowner discovered that the source was coming from their sump pump. Wanting to solve the issue before the spring, the homeowner began searching for a solution. After comparing many companies, the homeowner decided to work with us, American Waterworks. The homeowner went to our website and signed up for their FREE estimate. We sent Brian, one of our Design Specialists, to investigate the sump pump issues. When Brian arrived, he introduced himself to the homeowner and they showed him to the sump pump. Brian determined that the sump pump needed to be replaced. After telling the homeowner of his findings, Brian recommended installing a new sump pump. The homeowners agreed and the plans were sent to our Foreman, Kiko, and his crew. A couple of days later, Kiko and his crew traveled to the home to install the TripleSafe sump pump. When they arrived, Kiko and his crew removed the old sump pump. Next, the TripleSafe was put into the correct place. The TripleSafe is the world's most reliable pumping system that keeps your basement dry with triple the protection of a normal pump. After installing the TripleSafe pump, the crew attached an IceGuard to the discharge line. The IceGuard allows water to escape if the discharge line freezes or becomes blocked. Finally, the crew installed a buried discharge line that connects to the interior sump pump. Once all the required products were installed, Kiko and his crew cleaned up his material and left. The homeowner was put at ease knowing their sump pump was working properly. If you are experiencing a similar issue, sign up for your FREE estimate today! 

A homeowner in Lime Springs, IA, was concerned with the stability of their garage floor. Since this garage stored heavy-duty farm equipment, the homeowner began searching for a solution for their garage floor. The homeowner asked neighbors for any referrals, and many of them recommended American Waterworks. The homeowner decided to call our Appointment Center and sign up for their FREE estimate. Once set, the homeowner awaited the arrival of one of our Design Specialists, Michel. After Michel arrived, he greeted the homeowner and started his evaluation of the concrete. After evaluating the concrete, Michel determined that the concrete was cracked because it was sinking. To stop the sidewalk from sinking further, Michel suggested using the PolyLevel to lift and level the sidewalk. Knowing this was their best option, the homeowner agreed and the plans were sent to the production crew. Our Foreman, Brandon, traveled to the home to begin the PolyLevel and NexusPro installation. PolyLevel is a polyurethane foam injection solution that restores the appearance and safety of the concrete. The crew started by strategically drilling small holes throughout the slab. Then, the crew inserts ports into those small holes. Next, the polyurethane foam is injected beneath the concrete to fill voids and raise the slabs. Finally, the holes and control joints are sealed. Once the PolyLevel injection was finished, the crew shifted their focus to filling the cracks and replacing the joints. The crew utilized NexusPro Crack Repair, a silicone-based sealant for joints and cracks formulated to provide long-lasting flexibility and withstand harsh weather conditions. The crew begins by drilling, smoothing, and preparing the non-absorbent backer rod filler. Then, the NexusPro Crack Repair is inserted in the prepared crack or control joint. Finally, the cracks are detailed with a thin layer of native sand, giving the concrete a uniform, finished appearance. The homeowner was ecstatic over the job well done by Brandon. If you're concrete needs some repairs, sign up for your FREE estimate today! 

Joe from Lime Springs, IA contacted American Waterworks when he discovered that his foundation walls in his basement had cracked and started bowing inward. One of our Design Specialists went onsite to inspect his foundation and provide him with a free estimate. Our Specialist recommended that we install wall anchors in Joe’s basement to provide permanently stability to his foundation. Joe was pleased with this solution, so he chose to move forward with the installation.

Our production crew started installing the wall anchors by drilling small holes through the block foundation. Then, they inserted long, metal rods through the foundation and into the soil surrounding the home. Next, they secured both ends of the rods by screwing on anchor plates and tightening them as far as they would go. Not only did this process help to straighten Joe’s walls but it provides permanent stability for the foundation. Joe is glad he chose to invest in the long-term protection of his home!