Dependable Radon Mitigation & Foundation Repair Experts

When a homeowner in Melrose, MA noticed their pool deck was sinking, creating a mismatch with the newly redone coping, they knew they needed a professional solution. That's when they reached out to us at Erickson Foundation Solutions. Understanding the importance of a harmonious backyard oasis, our mission was to align the deck with the coping seamlessly, ensuring a safe and visually appealing outdoor area.

After contacting our friendly Customer Care team, a visit was scheduled with one of our expert System Design Specialists, Debra Rayborn. Debra evaluated the homeowner's situation and proposed an innovative solution involving PolyLevel and NexusPro treatments. PolyLevel, a superior concrete lifting foam, was perfect for raising the deck to match the newly installed coping accurately. NexusPro, a resilient caulking agent, was to seal joints and cracks, preventing future water damage and soil erosion beneath the deck. Our skilled production team, comprising foreman Tyler Oslizlo and installers, got to work efficiently. They injected PolyLevel beneath the slabs with precision, which lifted the deck gently but firmly against the coping. Following the successful lift, NexusPro was applied to seal the deal—literally. This process not only eradicated the unsightly and unsafe unevenness but also ensured the deck's durability against the elements.

The homeowner was thrilled with the outcome. Their pool deck now not only aligns perfectly with the coping but also promises longevity and stability. This job in Melrose, MA stands as an example of Erickson Foundation Solutions' commitment to providing homeowners with a remarkable experience and reliable solutions for their homes' unique challenges.

One chilly morning in Melrose, MA, a homeowner discovered an unwelcome stream of water seeping into their basement through the bulkhead. Determined to nip the problem in the bud before it wreaked any more havoc, they reached out to us at Erickson Foundation Solutions. They wanted a solution, and they wanted it fast. We were ready to rise to the challenge.

After the homeowner got in touch with our friendly Customer Care team, we promptly scheduled a thorough home inspection. Our System Design Specialist Kenneth Calabrese visited the home, analyzed the situation, and chalked out a plan tailored to stop the water intrusion in its tracks. We proposed the installation of our high-quality WaterGuard, UltraSump System, and IceGuard products. The WaterGuard system was designed to efficiently capture wall and floor joint leaks, directing the water to the state-of-the-art UltraSump System. The UltraSump System, powerful yet discreet, would then pump the collected water outside, away from the home. To battle the freezing Melrose winters, we recommended adding the IceGuard system, ensuring that frozen discharge lines wouldn't cause a backup. The homeowner was on board with our proposal, trusting our reputation for providing exceptional customer experiences and lasting solutions. Our expert team of installers took to the task with zeal. With precision, they installed the WaterGuard along the affected perimeter, set up the UltraSump to get rid of the intruding water, and placed the IceGuard for an added layer of protection against freezing.

By the time our team packed up, the basement was watertight, prepped to handle whatever Mother Nature had in store – a cause of relief for the homeowner, who now enjoyed peace of mind knowing their basement woes were behind them.

Recently, a homeowner in Melrose, MA, reached out to us at Erickson Foundation Solutions about an ongoing issue in their house. They were concerned about a persistent musty smell permeating their living space, which they traced back to their crawl space. It turns out, a nasty combination of bad mold and wet insulation was at the heart of their worries. Understandably, the homeowner wanted not just a quick fix, but a long-lasting solution to ensure the health and safety of their home environment.

After our Customer Care team set up an appointment, one of our highly trained System Design Specialists, Kenneth Calabrese paid a visit to the home for a thorough inspection. The diagnosis was clear: the crawl space needed some serious attention. We recommended the installation of CleanSpace, a cutting-edge solution designed to tackle such issues head-on. Our production crew, armed with our CleanSpace technology, went to work in the crawl space. CleanSpace encapsulation is a durable, bright white liner that not only seals off the home from earth moisture and humidity but also drastically reduces the potential for mold growth and improves the overall air quality in the home. The process involved removing the wet insulation, cleaning up the mold, and installing the CleanSpace system to create a dry, mold-free environment beneath the home.

The outcome was nothing short of transformative. The homeowner immediately noticed the absence of the musty smell, replaced by fresher, cleaner air throughout their living spaces. This intervention didn’t just resolve the immediate concerns of mold and moisture but also contributed to the home’s long-term health, energy efficiency, and comfort. Our team, true to Erickson Foundation Solutions' mission, left behind a happier homeowner and a crawl space that was clean, dry, and finally contributing to the overall wellbeing of the home.

Joe D. of Melrose, Massachusetts had his finished basement ruined when a flood caused damage to the floor and utility room. Water entered the basement through the foundation wall and floor, creating puddling underneath the finished floors. Looking to waterproof the finished basement, Joe reached out to Erickson Foundation Solutions.

The waterproofing system our Design Specialist, George Gouthier, recommended included WaterGuard perimeter drainage, TrenchDrain surface drainage, and our TripleSafe sump pump system. Our installation crew, led by Ryan Champagne, started the project by demoing drywall in the basement to access the foundation wall. Concrete was then chipped out along the edge of the basement to allow space for WaterGuard to be installed. This system captures water before being exposed to the inside basement. It was set in stone to allow proper drainage to the sump basin. TrenchDrain was installed to reroute water around the utilities since WaterGuard could not be installed in that location. These two systems connect to deliver water to the sump basin. When digging out the sump basin, two granite boulders were revealed. The crew was able to adapt and install the sump pump system into the basin. The TripleSafe's three-pump system ensures that water always gets properly pumped out of the home. A discharge line was plumbed from the TripleSafe to the side yard, and then buried in the ground. In this plumbing system, IceGuard was installed. IceGuard is a mechanism that prevents frozen pipes, ensuring water doesn't back up and cause flooding.

With the system tested and the workspace clean, Ryan performed a final walkthrough with Joe. After the systems installed were presented and remaining questions were answered, Joe was thrilled knowing that his basement was safe from water. He can now have peace of mind that the living space will stay dry all the time. 

This homeowner in Melrose, Massachusetts, had a large crack in their basement that they wanted looked at by a professional. The crack spanned from top to bottom of the foundation wall and looked like the wall was leaning away from the home. The homeowner decided to call EFS for a free inspection and our Design Specialist/ Project Manager Nate Erickson met with the homeowner to diagnose the problem with the foundation. During Nate's inspection, he found that the foundation had settled 2" and Nate knows this had caused the crack in the foundation wall. His recommendation was to install GeoLocks and Push Piers to the foundation to stabilize it, as well as install PolyLevel and Injection Crack Sealant under the slab and into the cracks in the basement to fill the void under the slab and cracks in the foundation wall. 

Our Installation Team led by Neal Foley began by installing our 4 Geolocks to the section of the wall with the large crack. The team created a trench in the garage which will hold one end of the system. The team then sent a rod through the foundation wall and into the trench and installed a plate onto both ends of the rod. The team then tightened the plates on the rod to stabilize the wall. Next, the team began installing the 17 Push Piers onto the foundation. The team had to expose the foundation footing to install the piers so we dug down to the footing and installed all 17 piers to the footing and used a hydraulic press to send the piers down until they reached sufficient pressure. After the then began in injection PolyLevel under the slab of the home to fill any void. After the void was filled the team injected each of the cracks in the foundation wall to seal them. 

When the almost two and half week job was complete the homeowner was very impressed by the results.

A building in Melrose, Massachusetts has an area of concrete pavers that transitions onto a concrete bridge. Over the past few years the place where both pieces of concrete meet have become a tripping hazard. The building and some of its board members want to have this tripping hazard removed. They have tried other repair options but none have worked. They found Erickson Foundation Solutions. A Design Specialist inspected the tripping hazard and recommended a permanent solution. The solution that the Design Specialist recommended was to use PolyLevel to lift up the concrete slab/ paver up to the level of the concrete bridge. 

The PolyLevel Crew from EFS used slabjacks and PolyLevel to bring the concrete up to the same level as the bridge. 

This homeowner in Melrose, Massachusetts recently purchase their home two months ago. When they were going through the purchase of their home they learned about radon. They would like to feel comfortable spending time in the basement. They decided they would like to test their new home for radon. The homeowners decided to call EFS for a free inspection. 

Design Specialist Kenny Calabrese inspected the basement. Kenny recommended installing a radon mitigation system in the basement. 

Crew Lead Dillon Kingsbury and his team installed the radon mitigation system in the basement. 

This homeowner in Melrose, Massachusetts was experiencing sagging in the main support beam of their home. They would like to have the main beam repaired so it doesn't get any worse. The homeowners consider this their forever home and want to make sure the home stays in good condition. The homeowner decided to call EFS for a free inspection.

Design Specialist Kenny Calabrese inspected the basement and looked specifically at the main beam in the basement. Kenny recommended installing SmartJacks along the main beam in the basement.  

Crew Lead Ed Nadreau and his team installed 4 SmartJacks under the main support beam in the basement. 

This homeowner in Melrose, Massachusetts was concerned about the quality of the air in their home. They have heard of radon and the effects it can have on someone's health. They had their home tested for radon and the results came back around 5.6 pCi/L. The homeowners decided to call EFS for a free inspection. 

Design Specialist John Prince inspected the home and talked to the homeowners about their concerns with radon. John designed a radon mitigation system for the home.

Crew Lead Dillon Kingsbury and his team arrived at the home and installed the radon mitigation system. 

This homeowner in Melrose, Massachusetts had an issue where water from a previous storm had entered the basement, pests had been eating the sill, and some of the mortar is cracking/ breaking. The homeowners decided to call EFS for a free inspection.

Design Specialist Chris Greenwood inspected the homeowners' basement. Chris recommended installing Poly Wall Restoration to the walls of the basement. 

Crew Lead Nick Melo and his team arrived at the home and sprayed the Poly Wall Restoration on the basement walls. The Poly Wall Restoration will help encapsulate the wall so no more of the mortar will chip off, also it will act as a barrier so that pests can't get into the basement.

This homeowner in Melrose, Massachusetts was experiencing higher than normal radon levels in the basement. They tested the basement and the results came back at 4.4 pCi/L which is slightly higher than normal. They decided to call EFS for a free inspection. 

Design Specialist Michael Bradley arrived at the home and inspected the basement. Michael recommended installing a radon mitigation system in the basement. 

Crew Lead Branden Edwards and his team came to the home and installed the radon mitigation system in the basement.