Erickson Foundation Solutions Before & After Photos

Before: This Ipswich, MA homeowner was experiencing ongoing water intrusion in both the basement and crawl space due to a high water table and landscape grading that directed groundwater toward the foundation. Water seeped into the basement through cold joints, leaving standing water on the floor and creating concerns about damage to stored belongings. In the crawl space, excess moisture saturated the existing insulation, causing it to lose effectiveness and pull away from the floor system. The damp environment also contributed to musty odors and poor indoor air quality throughout the home.

After: To provide complete protection from groundwater intrusion, our team installed a comprehensive waterproofing solution in both the crawl space and basement. In the crawl space, we installed drainage matting, SilverGlo® insulation, CleanSpace® encapsulation, and a SuperSump® system to manage moisture, improve energy efficiency, and create a healthier environment beneath the home. In the basement, we installed WaterGuard® interior drainage, TrenchDrain™ surface drainage at the bullhead entry, and a TripleSafe™ sump pump system to intercept and remove water before it could enter the living space. The systems were connected to a discharge line equipped with IceGuard® protection and routed safely away from the foundation.

Today, the homeowner enjoys a dry basement, a clean and encapsulated crawl space, warmer floors, improved indoor air quality, and peace of mind knowing their home is protected from water intrusion year-round.

In Ipswich, MA, a homeowner faced the persistent problem of water entering their basement office through cold joints, especially during heavy rains and snowmelt, putting the integrity of their workspace at risk. Erickson Foundation Solutions installed our WaterGuard perimeter drainage system, tying it to a feed line connected to a SuperSump. This solution efficiently redirected water and kept their basement dry. Our approach provided the homeowner with peace of mind and a stable, dry office environment year-round. Our expert team resolves water intrusion issues with proven, effective systems.

In Ipswich, MA, a homeowner faced a persistent issue with moisture in their finished basement. Notice in the before photo how excess moisture deteriorated the space, proving a challenging environment. To effectively address this concern, Erickson Foundation Solutions installed a comprehensive basement waterproofing system. The condition of the space transformed as we laid down our ElitePlank Flooring and complemented the look with EverLast Half Wall. As demonstrated in the after photo, this solution not only secured the basement from future moisture problems but also revitalized the space to ensure comfort and functionality.

This homeowner in North Hampton, New Hampshire had an issue with sagging floors. They called Erickson to see what they could do to counter the effects of the sagging floors. John Prince was the Design Specialist on this project. In the basement under the sagging floors, he noticed that there weren't any supports of any kind. John suggested to the homeowner that they would benefit from SmartJacks in their basement. Our Erickson crew installed the new SmartJacks according to the design and permanently stabilized the floors.

The pictures show what the basement looked like without the SmartJacks and what the basement looked like with the SmartJacks installed.

This homeowner in North Hampton, New Hampshire, has lived in their home for the past 18 years and spends a lot of time in the basement. They have recently uncovered a medical issue with their lungs and have become worried about the radon levels in their home. They think radon had something to deal with the health problem, so they reached out to EFS for a radon test and inspection. Our team performed a radon test, and the results came back with an average of around 14.5 pCi/L which was high. Next, our Design Specialist created a system that would mitigate as much radon as possible to get their levels down to below 4.0 pCi/L. Our team installed a single extraction point radon system and lowered the radon levels in the home to below 4.0 pCi/L.