MidAmerica Basement Systems Before & After Photos

Water in the basement can be more than a minor inconvenience, it can also compromise your home's value and safety. In the before photo, you can see the old basement windows in this Davenport, IA home, which were the culprit behind persistent leaks. We addressed the issues by replacing the existing windows with our reliable Everlast basement windows. As the after photo shows, these new windows ensure a watertight seal, keeping the area safe and dry. With over 35 years of experience, our family-owned team is committed to putting the customer first, providing exceptional solutions every step of the way. 

In Davenport, IA, a homeowner began noticing a "not-so-fun" game of "lean in" occurring in their basement. The foundation walls had begun to bow and inch inward—a clear sign of hydrostatic pressure from the exterior soil pushing against the structure.

As seen in the "before" documentation, the walls were visibly compromised. This type of movement, if left unaddressed, can lead to severe structural failure. The homeowner was understandably worried about the long-term stability of their foundation.

Chris Hebbel, our System Design Specialist, performed a precise evaluation of the wall’s deflection. Chris determined that the most effective, non-invasive solution would be a high-tensile reinforcement system.

He designed a plan utilizing the CarbonArmor® System. Unlike traditional bulky steel beams, this solution provides immense strength while maintaining a low profile, allowing the homeowner to eventually finish the basement without losing square footage.

Once the strategy was set, Foreman Dylan Johnson and his production crew moved in to armor the foundation. The installation required technical expertise and a careful touch:

Surface Preparation: Dylan’s team ground the basement walls to ensure a clean, porous surface for the specialized epoxy to bond effectively.

CarbonArmor® Application: High-strength carbon fiber strips—material stronger than steel—were fused to the foundation walls.

ArmorLock® Integration: To ensure the system was anchored at the most critical point, the team installed our ArmorLock® brackets. These brackets tie the carbon fiber strips directly into the floor joists, preventing any further inward movement at the top of the wall.

The "after" photo tells a story of structural victory. The walls are now stabilized, and the "lean in" has been permanently halted. Thanks to the expertise of Chris Hebbel and the meticulous installation by Dylan Johnson, the homeowner’s anxiety has been replaced with true peace of mind.

The home now stands firm where it matters most, protected by a "stealthy" armor that ensures stability for decades to come.

Looking for a fairy tale ending to your foundation woes? One Davenport homeowner did just that to protect their property’s long-term stability. While jacks are known for lifting cars, our SmartJack® System does the heavy lifting for your home, eliminating bouncy, uneven floors. Where the "before" photo shows concerning dips and sways, the "after" reveals a crawl space fully reinforced with precision support. The result? A rock-solid foundation and total peace of mind.

Radon is essentially gas that seeps up from the earth and can find it's way into homes. If the Radon levels are high, it can pose a hazardous living environment for the homeowner. The most susceptible homes are those with crawl spaces and basements that are not properly ventilated. MidAmerica Basement Sytems has the solution: a Radon mitigation system that carries the harmful gas out of homes. 

The homeowner of the Davenport basement wanted to start finishing the basement. The homeowner noticed water intrusion in the space and knew they had to waterproof the space before completely finishing it so the experts at MidAmerica Basement Systems was called. The team installed WaterGuard around the perimeter to drain wall leaks into the system and away from the foundation floor. ThermalDry flooring was installed on the cold, damp foundation foor. ThermalDry is made of all-inorganic materials making it resistant to water damage and mold growth. The small pegs on the bottom of the tiles allow for air flow to avoid trapped water vapor that can cause odors. The homeowner chose to go with the warm Parquet style ThermalDry flooring which gives the appearance of wood without the concerns that accompany wood floors in basements (water damage, mold, decay). 

The walls were insulated with Basement to Beautiful wall panels. The panels are a 2 1/2" thick graphite infused foam insulation that will not absorb moisture, allows for wall leaks to drain to WaterGuard and has built in chases for electrical wiring. Basement to Beautiful panels are a vapor barrier and provide excellent insulation. The EnergyStar rated dehumidifying and air filtration unit was also installed to keep the space fresh and healthy. 

The homeowner has a basement that has already made a huge improvement. The space is warmer, inviting and feels great!