Fitchburg, MA Pro Concrete Leveling & Repair Contractor

Recently, we had the opportunity to work with a homeowner from Fitchburg, MA, who was facing an ongoing battle with basement moisture despite having a sump pump installed. Like many homeowners, they assumed that a sump pump alone would keep the basement dry. However, they noticed water was still making its way in, finding places to collect that the sump pump couldn’t address. That’s where we stepped in.

After the homeowner got in touch, our Customer Care team set up a home inspection appointment. Our System Design Specialist John Prince took a close look at their basement and diagnosed the issue. It was clear that while the sump pump was doing its part, there was still water entering the basement that needed somewhere to go. We suggested the perfect complement to their system: WaterGuard. WaterGuard is an ingenious interior drainage system designed to effectively capture wall and floor seepage before it reaches the basement floor. It’s installed around the perimeter of the basement to catch any rogue water and redirect it to the sump pump, ensuring a dry basement. Our production team got to work, meticulously installing WaterGuard. Our focus was not just on solving the current water issue but ensuring the solution was long-lasting and reliable. The installation process was smooth, with our team taking care to leave the homeowner’s space as clean as when we began.

The outcome was just as we hoped—an effectively waterproofed basement. The homeowner immediately noticed the difference. No longer did they find random wet spots or endure that musty smell indicative of moisture issues. The WaterGuard system provided the necessary support, making their sump pump more efficient and finally giving them peace of mind about their basement.

When a young family in Fitchburg, MA, noticed their floors becoming increasingly unstable due to poorly supported columns, they knew it was time to call in professionals. With a new baby in the house, ensuring the safety and stability of their home was more important than ever. Their place was meant to be a safe haven, and they wanted to ensure it stayed that way for years to come. So, they reached out to us, Erickson Foundation Solutions, familiar with our mission to provide not only reliable and long-lasting solutions but also a remarkable customer experience.

After our Customer Care team took their initial call, we promptly arranged for System Design Specialist Mark Proctor from our Sales Team to visit their home. Following a thorough inspection to diagnose the root of the problem, it was clear that the instability of their floors stemmed from the weakened supports in their basement. We recommended the installation of SmartJack, a proven support system designed for correcting sagging and bouncing floors and providing solid support to existing beams and joists. With a plan in place, our production team, including foreman Ed Nadreau and several skilled installers, got to work. They efficiently installed SmartJack units in the crawl space, ensuring that the compromised structural support was addressed directly. This process wasn't just about placing new supports; it was about precision, making adjustments to level the floors perfectly, and ensuring that the foundations were stable for the long haul.

By the end of our visit, the difference was evident. The floors felt stable underfoot, a reassurance that meant the world to the homeowner's family, especially considering their newest member. This job wasn't just about fixing a house; it was about securing a family's future and peace of mind.

Recently, a homeowner in Fitchburg, MA, reached out to us at Erickson Foundation Solutions, facing an issue that's quite common but nonetheless frustrating — sagging floors above their basement area. This wasn't a mere aesthetic annoyance; it was affecting their home's safety and functionality. The root of their problem? A critical lack of support columns where they were needed most.

Entering into the scenario, our Customer Care team quickly organized a home inspection to get a closer look at what we were up against. As feared, the sagging floors had reached a point where immediate action was necessary. This is where our SmartJack system came into play. Our System Design Specialist Matthew Robichaud carried out a thorough diagnosis. He recommended the SmartJack solution - a dependable and proven system designed to provide solid support to failing structures. It was exactly what the homeowner needed but had no idea existed. Our Production Team, composed of dedicated foreman Neal Foley and skilled installers, got to work swiftly. The installation of the SmartJack system is by no means an easy feat — it requires precision, expertise, and a deep understanding of home foundations. However, for our team, it was just another day at the office. We installed the necessary support columns, carefully restoring the integrity of the home's floor structure, while also ensuring everything was neat and tidy before we wrapped up.

The difference? Night and day. The floors were lifted back to their original level, steadying the previously unsafe and uneven surfaces. The homeowner watched in relief as what once was a seemingly complex problem disappeared, thanks to the SmartJack's sturdy support. Now, they could finally enjoy their home without the worry of creaky, sagging floors.

When one homeowner in Fitchburg, MA, started seeing their backyard patio sinking and water pooling towards their house, the worry was more about when the issue would escalate rather than if. Understanding the urgency to address this before any real damage to their home's foundation could ensue, they contacted us at Erickson Foundation Solutions.

Our initial approach was systematic. The homeowner called in, concerned about their pooling patio, and our Customer Care team was on it, quickly setting up an appointment. System Design Specialist Mark Proctor then visited their home to assess the situation firsthand. Conferring with the homeowner, we diagnosed that the sunken patio was indeed causing water to threaten the foundation of their home—a larger issue loomed if left unattended. With the problem clearly laid out, it was time for a resolution. Our plan involved three critical products: PolyLevel for lifting the sunken patio back to its original level, NexusPro to seal cracks and joints against further water ingress, and SealantPro, ensuring the concrete against water, oils, and other contaminants for years to come. The installation team led by our experienced foreman Nick Melo flawlessly executed the task at hand. PolyLevel technology lifted the patio with precision to avoid future sinking drastically. NexusPro and SealantPro were then applied, making sure not just to repair but also to protect against future issues.

It wasn't merely a fix; it was a comprehensive makeover for the back patio. And when we left, we made sure the work site was as clean as when we arrived, respecting the homeowner’s property as if it were our own. For the homeowner, not only did this repair save them from potential structural damage problems, but it also revitalized the look of their patio and ensured that pooling water was a thing of the past.

A homeowner in Fitchburg, Massachusetts purchased their home in October 2022. The previous homeowner informed them about a vertical crack on the back of the garage foundation. Concerned about the issue worsening, the new homeowner contacted EFS for a free inspection of their foundation. The Design Specialist, Mark Proctor, met with the homeowners and thoroughly inspected both the inside and outside of the foundation. During the inspection, he discovered a crack in the back of the garage and also noticed that the back wall was bowing outwards, which was causing the crack to expand every year. Following the inspection, Mark recommended installing 3 Geolocks at the back of the garage to stabilize and straighten the foundation wall. The installation team, led by Eric Witham, began the process by creating a trench in the garage and installing the 3 Geolocks into the trench, and extending them to the back foundation wall of the garage. They chipped out a trench 10' from the wall, running parallel to the back wall, so they could install the Geolocks into the trench and onto the outside foundation wall. The team then drilled 3 small holes into the foundation wall so they could send galvanized rods through the foundation wall and into the trench. They installed plates on both sides of the rods and then tightened both ends of the rod. By tightening the rod, the plates were able to grab onto the soil and the wall, initiating the process of straightening the wall. After the wall was straightened, the team filled the trench and poured concrete to match the garage slab. The homeowner was very pleased with the installation of the Geolocks.

A homeowner in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, lives in a home that was built in the 1920s and recently has noticed some bulging in their fieldstone foundation near their sewer cleanout. They decided to call EFS for a free inspection. Our Design Specialist Isaac recommended installing PolyLevel Wall Restoration in the corner near the sewer cleanout. 

Our team brought our PolyLevel rig down to Fitchburg and set up the hose in the basement to spray the bulging wall. Our team sprayed the 8' section of the fieldstone foundation with PolyLevel Wall Restoration to prevent further bulging of the foundation wall. 

The homeowners were pleased with the project. They were able to start redoing the siding on the exterior of the home. 

This homeowner in Fitchburg, MA was concerned with the moisture in their crawlspace. Most of the crawlspace area was comprosed of various heights of granite ledge. This ledge made the space difficult to utilize, as well as maintain. Water was come up through cracks in the floor, as well as run in along the ledge and create small streams. The collecting moisture was creating poor air quality and would eventually lead to mold forming on the insulation of the floor above. 

Our team proposed and installed a perimeter waterproofing system, completed with a sump pump to remove the collecting water. The ledge was also encapsulated with a CleanSpace vapor barrier in order to contain the moisture in the space.