Victor Barke's Complete Basement Systems Before & After Photos

This Mankato homeowner stopped by our booth at the 2024 Mankato Home Show after seeing we did crawlspace work. We scheduled a time to have our Design Specialist Ronald go check out his space to see if we could help out with the concerns he had. Ronald recommended our CleanSpace System and Drainage Matting. 

This homeowner could say goodbye to the troubles that come with a dirt crawl space. The innovative CleanSpace system stops insects and rodents, cold floors, and high moisture in your crawlspace. It separates your home from the ground creating a healthier and warmer house.

After 15 years of battling water issues every time it rained or snow melted, this homeowner was ready for a change. With shifting basement walls, repeated flooding, and thousands spent replacing damaged appliances, they knew the problem wasn’t going away on its own. Once a finished space, their basement had been stripped down to bare essentials—until now. With our expert waterproofing solution, they finally have the dry, safe basement they’ve always wanted. Check out the before and after photos to see the difference for yourself!

This homeowner in Mankato faced water issues year-round in her century-old home. Frustrated, she wanted to find a permanent solution. Our Design Specialist Chris met with her to discuss her options. It was decided that a full perimeter WaterGuard Drain System, our CleanSpace Wall System, and a top-of-the-line SuperSump Sump Pump System would be the answer. Our team efficiently installed the system in just one day. They jack-hammered around the perimeter and laid the WaterGuard System in this trench. Next, they applied the CleanSpace Wall System that keeps water vapor out and drains any wall leaks. It is ideal for these old stone-walled basements, as it will conform to any bumps or dips in the wall. The SuperSump was then put in place, featuring the most reliable pump available, a WaterWatch Alarm System, and the patented SuperLiner with Airtight Lid. The crew then laid the new cement over the WaterGuard and around the SuperSump Liner for a seamless floor finish. This completed system gave this old basement a facelift. The CleanSpace gave the walls a nice clean, bright finish. The SuperSump and WaterGuard gave the homeowners peace of mind that they would have a dry basement for many years to come.

Let us help with your basement needs, whether old or new! Contact us at 1-800-638-5285 to schedule a consultation with our Certified Design Specialsts.

This customer recently contacted us about the bowing walls in their newly purchased home. They noticed visible cracks and movement of their walls, which raised concerns about the structural integrity of their property. Our System Design Specialist recommended our innovative PowerBrace Wall Support System. To begin the process, our installation team first installed our top-of-the-line CleanSpace Wall System. This remarkable system consists of a bright, clean, and durable vapor barrier specifically designed for basement walls. It is a thick liner that is securely installed with drilled-in fasteners, that effectively covers any uneven or bumpy walls. Not only does it provide an economical solution to conceal unsightly walls, but it also prevents water vapor from seeping through and redirects any wall leaks into our WaterGuard Drain System. The highlight of our solution is the PowerBrace beam system, which we installed to permanently stabilize the foundation walls. These steel beams can be adjusted and tightened over time, effectively halting any further inward movement of the walls. In fact, they have the potential to reverse the effects of wall failure without the need for invasive drilling or digging. Our customer can rest assured that our system will not only address the current concerns with his bowing walls but also ensure the long-term structural integrity of the home.

This couple reached out to us after recently purchasing their home. While the basement was mostly finished, they noticed signs of water intrusion. Our System Design Specialist quickly inspected the area and discovered that the previous waterproofing system wasn’t doing its job.

We crafted a customized solution to tackle the problem head-on. Our team installed a WaterGuard Drainage System, CleanSpace Wall System, SuperSump and UltraSump Sump Systems, and also rerouted the discharge line to ensure proper drainage away from the home when the pump kicks on.

Thanks to these upgrades, the homeowners can now confidently refinish their basement, knowing it will stay dry for good!