Trustworthy Basement Waterproofing & Foundation Repair Contractor in Alexandria, MN

A homeowner from Alexandria, MN, was down in his basement one evening doing some laundry when he looked up and saw a suspicious crack running down the wall of his basement. He was taken aback by his findings and instantly uneasy as he was unsure what this would mean for his basement. He began searching for 'foundation wall repair near me' and quickly found the American Waterworks website. He perused through other foundation projects we had done in his area and was immediately impressed. He scheduled his FREE estimate, and several weeks later, Daniel R, one of our Design Specialists was headed out to the home. 

When Daniel arrived at the property, he wasted no time getting down into the basement and assessing the walls. When he finished his inspection, he met with the homeowner and informed him that in addition to cracking, the wall was bowing. Daniel went on to say that foundation walls are designed to withstand loads from above, not the side. When the side pressure on a wall exceeds the wall's ability to withstand the force, the walls will begin to crack, bow, slide in at the bottom, and/or begin tilting inward at the top. For this reason, Daniel recommended our GeoLock wall anchors. These innovative wall anchors work to counteract soil pressure by anchoring the failing walls to the stable, undisturbed soil beyond the foundation of the home. In many cases, the system can be tightened further down the road if the house continues to settle. The homeowner was thrilled with Daniel's plan and scheduled the job on the spot. 

On the day of the installation, our Production crew arrived bright and early at the home. Our Foreman, Jesus M, led his team through an effortless installation of 6 of our GeoLock anchors. Now that the job is done, our customer can rest easy knowing that his foundation worries are in the past! 

A homeowner in Alexandria, MN was down in his basement space when he noticed some water on the floor. He became alarmed that his basement had taken on water at all and didn't know what the next best thing to do was. He decided to look online for a solution by searching for basement waterproofing companies in Minnesota. The American Waterworks website stood out to him because of our FREE no-obligation estimates. The homeowner liked the idea of talking through the process with an expert before agreeing to a project, so he signed up for an estimate with us. We sent over one of our Design Specialists, Daniel Reinke, to the home to inspect the basement and answer any questions the homeowner had. Daniel explained that our WaterGuard perimeter drain system was the perfect product for the homeowner's basement because it would stop the water from leaking into the basement and instead be caught in the drain and moved away to the sump pump. The homeowner was relieved to hear this and agreed to the project plans. On the installation day, our Foreman, Kiko Pena, and his crew went to the site and began by jackhammering channels along the perimeter of the basement floors. They placed some drainage stone in the channels and laid the WaterGuard drains on top followed by more clean stone. Finally, the crew poured a layer of concrete on top and smoothed it out for a finished look to the space. The homeowner was excited to not have water damage to deal with anymore and thanked our crew for their hard work.

Leaking water doesn't have to stay in your basement! Give us a call for your FREE estimate and get the basement waterproofing process started.

A homeowner in Alexandria, MN was looking to make some changes to his front yard for the summer. The first thing he decided to focus on, for fear that it would take the longest to happen, was restoring his front walkway. Once he went online to search for services, he was relieved to find that American Waterworks offered a way to repair concrete rather than replace it. He knew that learning more would be the best decision before confirming any project, so he signed up for one of our FREE no-obligation estimates. When we sent Jesse Williams, a Design Specialist, to the home, he assured the homeowner that we would be able to repair the walkway and make it look brand new for less time and money than replacing it. The homeowner knew it was the best decision and agreed to move forward with the plans. After everything was approved, our Foreman, Ryan Trogstad, and his crew arrived at the site for installations. They began by drilling small holes throughout the walkway area and inserted ports through them until they reached the empty space below the surface. Then, our PolyLevel foam was injected through the ports and filled the empty space until the slabs were carefully lifted back to their original heights. The crew then filled in the drilled holes with our durable NexusPro sealant, as well as the joints in between slabs and at the base of the front stoop. Some native sand was also placed on top of the NexusPro for a smooth finish. Finally, the crew spread a thin layer of SealantPro over the whole walkway for extra protection and prevention of any discoloration, flaking, or cracking. When the homeowner saw the final look of the walkway, he was thrilled with the results and glad the project was completed efficiently and effectively by our team members.

Don't wait until it's too cold to fix up your concrete! Sign up for a FREE estimate with American Waterworks and check it off your summer to do list.

Pat from Alexandria, MN, gave us a call when she began to notice water intrusion becoming an issue in her basement. Pat knew that if she left the problem unresolved, it could lead to damage to the home's structural integrity, posing a safety hazard and potentially harming any resale of the home. When Pat called us, she was able to use her FREE estimate to have one of our Design Specialists, Kole, out to the property to do a thorough inspection of the problem. When he concluded, he found that the water was entering the property from the NE corner of the basement, as well as from cracks in the East and North walls. He recommended that Pat take action quickly to avoid any more damage. Because the water was entering through various points in the foundation, he suggested that Pat wrap the problem walls in our CleanSpace vapor barrier and install our DryTrak drainage system. Pat agreed and the renovations began soon after. 

Our Foreman and his crew began the project by placing the DryTrak drain. This drain is specifically designed for monolithic foundations or foundations with exceptionally thick floors. Unlike our other drainage systems, this one sits above the floor, eliminating any dust and the labor of jackhammering. Next, the crew installed our CleanSpace barrier along the North and East walls. This system is a tarp-like material designed to catch any entering from cracks or porous areas of the wall, redirecting it down the barrier into the DryTrak drain below. From the DryTrak system, all the water flows to a sump pump.

When the project was complete, Pat was incredibly pleased with the work we had done. She was relieved to know that our installations would keep her basement dry for a long time to come!

If you're experiencing similar issues, contact us today to talk to someone about scheduling your FREE estimate. 

A homeowner in Alexandria, MN had water seeping into their basement, causing them to worry about the value and safety of their house. They got in contact with our office line and got a FREE estimate scheduled for our Design Specialist, Shane, to come out to their home and inspect their problems. After a thorough examination of the issues, Shane provided some options for the homeowner that would solidify their problems and needs. The homeowner was confident in one of Shane's plans and was comfortable with products and their warranties, so he signed Shane's contract, wrote out a deposit check, and got an installation date scheduled. 

Our Foreman and his production crew began the project by introducing themselves to the homeowner and ensuring all of their questions were answered. After a thorough introduction, our crew got to work and broke out the concrete floor perimeter with a jackhammer, forming a waterway trench. In the trench, our team installed our WaterGuard Drainage System, which serves as an underground drain, collects water leakage from basement walls, and prevents water or mud clogs by staying out of the mud zone. Next, our team installed our TripleSafe Sump Pump System, which is the best sump pump that we offer for homeowners because of its triple protection and battery back-up. The battery back-up is useful in case of power outage or failure, especially during harsh weather conditions. Lastly, our Foreman and his team filled the open gaps with pea gravel and applied new concrete over them. To complete the installation, our Foreman gave the homeowner a clear and detailed walkthrough, ensuring the homeowner was comfortable and all of their questions were answered. 

At American Waterworks, we don't only waterproof basements. We also professionalize in crawl space repair/waterproofing, foundation repair, radon testing/mitigation, egress window installations, and concrete repair/lifting. Call us today or click HERE to request your no-obligation free estimate!