Respected Foundation Repair Experts in Atkinson, NH

Recently, we had the opportunity to lend a helping hand to a homeowner in Atkinson, NH, who was facing quite the pesky problem with their basement. The challenge? Water was sneaking its way through a fieldstone foundation, putting a serious damper on their storage space below deck. Nobody likes soggy boxes and water-damaged mementos, right?

After reaching out to our friendly Customer Care team, we scheduled an in-depth home inspection to get to the root of the issue. Our System Design Specialist Debra Rayborn visited the home, evaluated the wet basement blues, and recommended a waterproof solution perfect for keeping the basement dry and cozy. We were ready to turn things around with our trusty trio: WaterGuard, TripleSafe Sump Pump, and IceGuard. Here’s how we rolled up our sleeves to tackle the issue: we started by installing the WaterGuard system along the interior perimeter of the basement. This wasn’t just any makeshift solution—it's our state-of-the-art method to capture water before it hits the living space. Next up was the TripleSafe Sump Pump, the champion of sump pumps, ready to swing into action and pump any sneaky water out of the basement. And, because we think of everything, we added IceGuard to the system, ensuring even in the raw New Hampshire winters, the discharged water wouldn’t turn into an ice block and back up the system.

The outcome? The homeowner’s basement turned from a damp, kind of distressing space, to a dry, cozy, and usable area. No more water intrusions, no more risking damaged storage items – just peace of mind and a basement ready for whatever the homeowner wants to do next.

Recently in Atkinson, NH, a homeowner reached out to us at Erickson Foundation Solutions with a classic challenge – their basement was under siege from water intrusion on all sides, threatening to ruin stored belongings and the integrity of their home's foundation. Familiar with such woes, we knew precisely how to turn their predicament into a story of triumph.

After contacting our dedicated Customer Care team, the homeowner was quickly matched with one of our experienced System Design Specialists, Debra Rayborn, who wasted no time heading out to the property. Upon a thorough inspection, it was clear that to stop water from turning their basement into an indoor pool, we needed to bring out the big guns – our WaterGuard interior drainage system, the TripleSafe Sump Pump, and for that risky, icing-on-the-cake protection, an IceGuard discharge line system was essential. Implementing these solutions would be no small feat, but our production team, led by expert foreman Mike Lyall along with skilled installers, got to work without delay. We strategically installed WaterGuard to catch wall and floor seam water leakage, rerouting it effortlessly to our TripleSafe Sump Pump, the heart of the basement's new defense system which offers three levels of protection even in heavy rains or power outages. To combat freezing temperatures and its potential clogs, the IceGuard system made sure water could escape even if the pipes froze, far away from the home's foundation.

The transformation was remarkable. Not only did we put an end to the watery incursion, but the homeowner could reclaim their space, rest easy knowing their valuables were safe and sigh in relief at the newfound dryness of their once damp basement.

Lisette M. of Atkinson, New Hampshire had water entering her foundation through the front left wall. Protecting the basement was essential, as it was used for storage space. With efflorescence also being a concern, she reached out to Erickson Foundation Solutions.

After a discussion with our customer care team, an appointment was made for Design Specialist, Nikki Burke, to go out to the home. Nikki performed a free home inspection. She concluded that the best waterproofing solution for Lisette would be composed of WaterGuard perimeter drainage, TripleSafe sump pump system, and SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. Our installation crew began by chipping out concrete along the perimeter of the basement in order to make space for the WaterGuard system. Once concrete was removed, the system was installed within crushed stone. A sump basin was then created to allow the water to flow to the sump pump. Once the sump pump was placed in the basin, it was connected to the WaterGuard system. With both systems installed and connected, they were then cemented in place. An exterior drainage line was installed to the sump pump in order to dispose water safely out of the home. IceGuard was then attached to the discharge plumbing. IceGuard is a system that prevents water from freezing in the discharge line. It is crucial that water always flows freely in the discharge line, or else there is a possibility of pipes getting backed up and flooding. Lastly, the SaniDry Sedona was installed. By removing moisture from the basement, the SaniDry Sedona creates healthier air quality, including the elimination of efflorescence. The dehumidifier being installed to the TripleSafe creates an automatic drainage process.

With these systems installed, Lisette has peace of mind that her storage space will stay protected from unwanted water.

A resident in Atkinson, New Hampshire experienced water seeping onto their basement floor despite having a sump pump installed in a pit. Seeking a solution, they contacted EFS for a complimentary inspection. Our Design Specialist, John Prince, assessed the basement and recommended a perimeter drainage system to collect any water entering the basement and pump it outside. This system comprised of 98' of WaterGuard, a TripleSafe sump pump, and 115' of CleanSpace. 

Our Installation Team, led by Anthony Locascio, began by digging a trench and basin for the perimeter drainage and sump pump. They then installed the TripleSafe and connected it to the exterior of the home. Following this, the team installed 115' of CleanSpace on the foundation wall to collect any moisture. After completing the CleanSpace installation, WaterGuard was installed in the trench with the CleanSpace tucked behind the flange. Finally, the team mixed concrete and poured it over the perimeter drainage and sump pump to secure them in place. 

The homeowner was thrilled with the outcome of the project and can now rest easy knowing their basement is free from water damage.

A homeowner in Atkinson, New Hampshire, didn't like the cracking and settlement in their garage. They planned on staying in this home for a while and didn't want to look at the issue for the next several years. Our design specialist John examined the garage and recommended using PolyLevel to eliminate the settlement. 

Our production team first drilled 1/2" port holes in a grid pattern around the garage floor. Next, the team set up the Poly rig and began filling void by systematically injecting PolyLevel into each port hole. Our team performed a lifting procedure in some areas in the garage to lift the slab back up to its original height. Finally, after all the PolyLevel was complete the team used NexusPro to seal all of the cracks in the slab. 

The homeowner was happy the slab was returned to what they remember. 

This homeowner in Atkinson, NH had a 3-season entrance porch area to their home. Beneath the subflooring, the crawlspace was very damp and moldy, causing the floor above to become spongy. Water and moisture was entering the space through the exposed dirt floor as well as the concrete walls of the crawlspace foundation.

For our inspection, it was clear to see how wet the crawlspace had become. The insulation meant to be tucked up into the floor joists was all damp and drooping down. Some of the wood joists had extensive rot damage and others were moldy. Our design specialist proposed replacing some of the damaged floor joists and supporting the entire floor system in this area with a couple SmartJacks. To prevent further water from entering the space, it was also recommended the entire crawlspace be encapsulated with CleanSpace. 

If the crawlspace moisture issue was not addressed properly, the rot and mold would have returned. The homeowners made the right decision to encapsulate the floor and walls with CleanSpace, and now have peace of mind.