Erickson Foundation Solutions Before & After Photos

A homeowner from Belmont, Massachusetts has a finished basement that kept leaking. This has caused mold and other undesirable affects. The homeowner wants to create a livable space for family members to use. In order to achieve this, she reached out to Erickson Foundation Solutions.

One of our Design Specialists, Scott Ruisi, came out to the home to complete a free home inspection. Within 90 minutes, Scott diagnosed the issues with the basement and proposed solutions that met the homeowner's expectations. He ultimately recommended installing WaterGuard perimeter drainage, TrenchDrain surface drainage, a TripleSafe sump pump, and a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. This waterproofing system collects water at the perimeter of the foundation before entering the basement, filtering it to the sump pump, and then expelling it from the home through a drainage line. The dehumidifier removes moisture from the air, thus eliminating mold spores and other toxins, which creates better air quality. Our installation crew chipped out the perimeter of the basement floor and wall to make space for the WaterGuard system. Once space was made, WaterGuard was laid in place on top of crushed stone. TrenchDrain is used in areas where WaterGuard in inaccessible.  These two systems connect to each other, forming a path that allows water to flow to the sump pump. A basin was created for the sump pump to sit in and collect the water. Once the drainage system was connected to the sump pump, everything was cemented in place. The exterior drainage line was then added to the sump pump.

Our installation crew made sure to keep the space neat and tidy. Once the job was complete, they gave the homeowner a walkthrough of their new waterproofing system. They were thrilled with the result.

The association for this condo village in Canton, MA wanted to fix various walkways and concrete entrances. Over the years, the slabs had settled, cracked, formed trip hazards, and become unsightly. Rather than tearing out to replace all the concrete, one of the property managers mentioned he came across PolyLevel while researching repair methods, and was anxious to see if this would be the right solution for them. After receiving a free inspection and a detailed proposal outlining the benefits of PolyLevel, they decided to hire Erickson Foundation Solutions for the repairs. 

After installation of PolyLevel to lift, level, and stabilize the various concrete walkways, our production team also sealed all the cracks and joints with NexusPro, a silicone based caulking specifically designed for exterior applications. 

The condo association was pleased with the results and are glad they chose our Erickson team for their concrete repair needs. 

A homeowner in Woburn, MA, who recently acquired a property, decided to test for radon gas. The test results indicated levels exceeding 20 pCi/L, necessitating the installation of a radon mitigation system. To put it in perspective, levels above 4.0 pCi/L are considered harmful to health. Following an assessment by one of our Design Specialists, a strategy was devised to implement the radon mitigation system. The installation team promptly and carefully set up the system, which includes an extraction point in the basement and a fan that channels the gas from beneath the ground, through the pipes, and out above the roofline, ensuring it is directed away from the house. Equipped with a monitor to measure radon levels, the homeowner can now rest assured that they are safeguarded against this hazardous gas.

A home in Wilmington, Massachusetts, had an issue with the foundation sinking. The homeowners decided to call EFS for a free inspection of their foundation. Our Design Specialist Mark Proctor met with the homeowner and inspected all of their concerns. After the inspection, Mark recommended installing Helical Piers around the settling portion of the foundation. We installed a total of 8 Helical Piers around the sinking corner of the foundation. 

The entrance way and concrete patio outside this condo residence in Cambridge, Massachusetts was cracked, discolored, and showing signs of settlement. Our specialist showed them how our team could address all their concerns and protect the concrete against future problems as well.

After lifting and stabilizing the concrete, our production team also applied DecoShield, which acts as a concrete sealant to prevent water from seeping into the concrete. This sealant material also had a gray tint, and so the surface of the concrete looks new again. The transformation of the entrance way for this community is not only safer now, but brighter and cleaner.