Experienced Home Foundation Repair Company in South Bend, IN

Megyn and Carl were in the midst of extensive renovations on their historic 1909 home in South Bend, IN, when they realized they needed to address moisture concerns in both the crawl space and basement. With plans to move in once the renovations were complete, Megyn wanted a long-term solution to protect the home's foundation and ensure it remained in top condition for the next 200 years. She also requested a fully encapsulated crawl space with CleanSpace® and an airtight sump crock lid. Since multiple contractors were working on the property, scheduling had to be carefully coordinated; this posed a challenge we were happy to accommodate!

After a thorough inspection, our System Design Specialist, Dan, developed a comprehensive plan to waterproof the basement and stabilize the crawl space. Our team installed WaterGuard® to manage water intrusion, CleanSpace® to encapsulate and seal the crawl space, SmartJack® for added structural support, and a TripleSafe™ sump pump to keep moisture under control. The project required careful execution to ensure every detail met Megyn’s expectations, especially covering all exposed brick as requested.

Once the work was completed, our Production Foreman, Zak, walked through the project with Megyn to ensure everything was exactly as she envisioned. She was thrilled with the results and relieved to have this major step checked off her list. With a solid, moisture-free foundation in place, she and Carl can confidently move forward with the rest of their renovations and prepare to make this house their home.

Chad and his wife, Laura, have lived in their 1990s home for the past eight years. When they purchased the home, the previous owner informed them that the basement had been "sealed up" to protect it from water intrusion. The couple waited 2-3 months before deciding to finish their basement, as they had not noticed any water issues during that time.

The renovation, completed about five years ago for their two sons who are now teenagers, recently faced problems as water began seeping up between the flooring whenever it rained. Although water intrusion had been an issue for a few years, they finally reached their breaking point and wanted to get it fixed, permanently.

When an Ayers specialist arrived on-site for a free estimate, they observed clear signs of efforts to combat water intrusion, including dehumidifiers in the hallway and fans blowing throughout the basement. It didn't take long for the specialist to identify water damage. After a thorough inspection, it was determined that a full perimeter waterproofing system would provide Chad, Laura, and their sons with the peace of mind that no water would enter their basement again.

The installation included WaterGuard, a French drain designed to be installed below the floor slab and resting on top of the foundation footing, keeping the system out of the "mud zone" where drains can clog. A TripleSafe sump pump was installed to remove any water collected within the drainage system, effectively pumping it out of the home. Now, with the solution in place, Chad and Laura can enjoy their finished basement again, knowing it is permanently dry and protected by a lifetime warranty.

Donald’s South Bend, IN home had major foundation issues, with a floor separating from the wall and an uneven surface that kept him up at night. In one of the four bedrooms, the closet door had fallen off, and the floor had sunk nearly an inch. Worried that the foundation was failing, the family suspected the old crawl space jacks were no longer effective.

After a free inspection, our team developed a clear plan to restore the home's structural integrity. We removed the failing jacks and installed a SmartJack® system to stabilize and lift the foundation, ensuring long-term support.

In just one day, our crew completed the installation, leveling the floor and ensuring a clean, finished result. Now, Donald's home is stable and secure, giving him confidence knowing the foundation is strong and his home is safe for years to come.

Brian and Sam, a couple in South Bend, IN, were looking to create a safe and secure environment for their new renters. After purchasing a home that needed repairs, they soon realized just how significant the issue was: the foundation had begun to sink, creating a concerning gap. This situation not only worried the homeowners but also made them aware of the urgent need for repairs to ensure everyone’s safety.

To address these issues, they obtained a free estimate and inspection from Ayers. We provided them with a tailored and affordable solution to tackle several home projects in phases. The first phase involved implementing basement waterproofing solutions to keep the home dry. In the second phase, we focused on foundation repair, where we discovered an over-inch gap caused by the settling of the foundation.

To restore the home's stability and prevent further sinking, we installed push piers around the foundation to lift it back to stable conditions. Push piers provide minimal disturbance during installation, are fast and effective, and reach greater depth than other foundation options. They serve as the best option for homes when the soil conditions surrounding them are unknown and provide a permanent solution for sinking issues.

Jeff's home had stone basement walls, and he worried that the voids between the stones would allow moisture entry. He needed the problem resolved quickly, so he called Ayers for assistance. Our crew of experts stopped by his home to examine the space and recommend a solution. The team suggested Shotcrete, which applies a concrete or mortar wet spray through a high-pressure hose to fill a form or repair damaged surfaces. Jeff loves the final product!

Loren had a slant in her dining room floor and wasn't sure how to fix the problem. As the slant deepened, she knew she needed help, so she called Ayers to learn about our foundation solutions. Our crew of experts visited her home to examine the space and recommended installing the SmartJacks supplemental support system. SmartJacks is a collection of floor jacks hot-dipped in galvanized steel and zinc plated to promote durability. The base of each jack is implanted two feet below the surface to reduce load-bearing stress. Loren loves having a balanced dining room! 

Lee wanted to sell their home but needed to ensure it was safe to put on the market. Contacting Ayers to inspect the foundation, our foreman Blade was happy to view the home. Blade noticed that the foundation of the home was settling and prescribed Helical Piers.

Helical Piers are a tool trusted by Ayers due to their non-intrusive nature compared to other foundational repair systems. The piers are long screw-shaped drives that are driven deep under the home at an angle. The drives keep going till they pass the weak soil and find new firm ground. The tops of the piers are capped with load-bearing caps that provide a flat surface for the home to rest upon. 

Nothing worse than having to hide not only unsightly repair work but also mask the smell of outside nature inside the home. For Chris, this was his reality till he called Ayers. Our foreman Evan Found slopping floors which caused exposing gaps in the crawlspace and was able to prescribe a list of treatments that Ayers specializes in to guarantee safe and clean basements.

The main treatment was a set of Helical Piers all placed on the parameter of the home. After raising the home off its base foundation, our team uses a hydraulic press that drives screw-shaped piers are driven deep in the ground. The piers are topped with concrete blocks to give the house a surface to rest on as the weight is evenly distributed amongst the piers.

Debra in South Bend, IN called us saying that moisture was starting to seep into her crawlspace through the walls. After going out for our free inspection, we noticed that there were a lot of cracks that had begun forming in the wall, and the bricks were beginning to shift inward. Luckily for Debra, we have multiple solutions for a situation like this. Debra decided to go with our SaniDry XP dehumidifier. The SaniDry XP Basement Air System is a powerful and effective dehumidifier that's designed to perform in extremely damp environments, like basements and crawlspaces. The SaniDry XP removes ten times the amount of water from the air as a typical dehumidifier, while using the same energy to run. The water drains from the unit automatically so there's no need to empty it like a conventional dehumidifier. An additional benefit to the SaniDry XP is that is has a built-in defrost system which is designed to operate down to 40F. Therefore, it will not freeze in basement and/or crawlspace conditions.

We also installed our CleanSpace liner in Debra’s crawlspace. This is a plastic liner that is designed to permanently keep away any moisture and air. It is placed completely over the walls and floor, creating a constant blockage to anything outside of it. Also, with anti-microbial protection called UltraFresh built right in, no mold or mildew will grow on the CleanSpace!

With the combination of the SaniDry XP and CleanSpace liner, moisture and mold stand no chance at getting into Debra’s basement and crawlspace.

Imagine a small boat is sinking, and one person in the boat is scooping out the water with a bucket however he is dumping the water right back in the boat... he isn't really helping, is he? Well, that is what you're doing with your basement when you don't lead the water from your basement far enough from the home. Luckily, at Ayers, we can fix that without having a long pipe run across your lawn. We can do this with the LawnScape Outlet. This is a water dispersion outlet that is connected to a pipe placed underneath the lawn to allow any water collected in the gutters to be dispersed away from the walls of the home. This LawnScape outlet is removable as well, this is to empty out any collected leaves or other debris that may be blocking water from exiting. This is a great discrete replacement for the rain chute that covers up part of the lawn. Also, the LawnScape Outlet won't be a tripping or mowing hazard. Now the water from your basement will not re-enter your basement.

A customer from South Bend, Indiana had problems with water in their basement. They needed our help so they gave us a call. We drove to the house and decided to install a TripleSafe Sump Pump along with many other things. TripleSafe is a sump pump with three different pumps in one liner. The first being the 1/3 hp zoeller pump which does most of the pumping and is placed at the bottom of the liner. The second is the 1/2 hp zoeller that is placed slightly higher than the first. This pump is more powerful but will only be turned on when needed. The final pump is the battery-operated UltraSump DC which is used in case of a power outage, this pump can pump up to 24,000 gallons of water. Now this homeowner know that they will not have to worry about a wet basement ever again.

Marka L. of South Bend, IN had an issue with leaking water in her basement after heavy rains.  The home was built in 1942 and it was starting to show.  

Our professional team had a solution for the water. We installed a Triple Safe sump pump to replace the existing one. The Triple Safe sump pump has three sump pumps in one. The first pump will do most of the pumping effectively. The second pump will be there in case the first one fails. And the third pump is designed using batteries so it will be there for you if the power goes out.

We also installed our WaterGuard system which is a long lasting interior perimeter basement waterproofing system. WaterGuard sits on top of the footing along the perimeter of your basement and drains the water that is leaking from up above. 

A SaniDry XP dehumidifier was also installed in the basement. The SaniDry XP is designed to keep the air dry and clean and reduces the risk of mold growth. This dehumidifier removes 10 times the amount of water from the air as compared to a typical dehumidifier while using the same energy to run. The water also drains from the unit automatically so there is no need to empty it like a typical dehumidifier. 

Lastly, our team installed BrightWall basement wall panels. BrightWall panels are designed to direct the leaking water down into the WaterGuard perimeter drain lines and then that water will be carried to the TripleSafe sump pump effectively waterproofing your basement! The BrightWall panels don't only waterproof your basement, they transform your damp ugly basement walls into bright, beautiful walls that never need painting or other maintenance!

After installing all of these waterproofing systems our team effectively turned this damp, ugly basement into a thing of beauty! 

This family called because for over a year every time there was a heavy rain or the snow melted, the egress windows in the basement would leak. The standing water was causing a musty smell and they didn't want mold to start growing. They also told us they were only planning on living in the house for another 5 years so it was a good idea to start fixing things to increase the resale value. 

Our team of experts were able to install a new egress window that was properly sealed so that there wouldn't be anymore water making it inside. The new window can also help to keep the basement warmer in the winter and reduce energy costs.

Kim P. of South Bend, IL has a home that was built in the 1920s out of block foundation. Over the years, water has started to get in through the cracks in the blocks, allowing for a wet basement floor, moisture in the air, and a musty odor. Thus, Kim gave us a call.

We remedied this issue by installing a favorite duo of ours: the SuperSump premier sump pump and the WaterGuard French drain system. The SuperSump is a sump pump specifically designed to keep your basement dry for long periods of time. Capable of pumping 2,220 gallons of water per hour, it is suitable for heavy water intrusion.

The WaterGuard drain rests beneath the basement floor but above the foundation footing, collecting water that seeps into the basement from the walls. Once this water is collected, it is redirected to the sump pump, the SuperSump, to be pumped up and out of the home.

Stacie A. of South Bend, IL had water leaking into her basement from small, hairline cracks in the foundation wall. Because of the damage that can be caused by water being in a basement, Stacie reached out to us.

Our solution? FlexiSpan polyurethane crack sealant. FlexiSpan -- like expected with its title -- is very flexible and will move with the natural shifting of the basement wall. This will ensure a waterproof seal that will out live the home itself!

Lan H. of South Bend, IN wanted to make sure her basement was water tight before she had it finished off and added a recreation room. This being said, she called us.

Finding small cracks in the walls, we decided the best waterproofing solution would be our FlexiSpan polyurethane sealant. FlexiSpan is 100% waterproof and is flexible enough to stretch with the natural movement of the foundation wall and keep being waterproof.

With this installment, Lan is ready to move on with her project! 

Tisha M. of South Bend, IN has a home that was experiencing some water damage issues from a flood last summer. The home was built in the 1940's with cement block. There were cracks in the walls causing the basement to be flooded to the main floor. This said, Tisha gave us a call.

Our solution? BrightWall. BrightWall basement wall panels are white panels made of a rigid plastic that is completely waterproof and washable. These panels also provide a vapor barrier for the basement that blocks out water vapor and humidity. 

Maria H. of South Bend, IN has a crawlspace that was experiencing moisture. The walls are cement block and the height of the crawlspace is 3 feet. The home was made in the early 1900's and has a dirt floor and it has a smelly musty odor. This said, Maria called us.

To remedy this issue, we installed one of our favorite products: the CleanSpace crawl space encapsulation system. CleanSpace is a 20mm thick plastic lining that completely seals off the crawl space from the surrounding elements. Water, dirt, moisture, and cold air do not stand a chance at getting in with this system. As a bonus, CleanSpace is made with anti-microbial properties that prevent mold growth.