Victor Barke's Complete Basement Systems Before & After Photos

This crawl space was suffering from chronic moisture intrusion, exposed soil, and deteriorating insulation. The block walls showed staining and signs of long-term humidity issues, and the unsealed ground allowed odors, mold risk, and temperature fluctuations to rise into the living space. The environment was inefficient, uncomfortable, and potentially damaging to the home’s structure.

Using our CleanSpace Encapsulation System, we transformed this crawl space into a clean, bright, and protected environment. The durable vapor barrier now seals off the earth and walls, preventing moisture intrusion and creating a controlled, energy-efficient space. The result is a healthier home, improved air quality, and long-term protection against mold, humidity, and structural decay.

This homeowner in Albert Lea, MN was dealing with a crawlspace that was far from ideal. The area had exposed dirt and gravel floors, torn insulation, and no proper vapor barrier to protect against ground moisture. These conditions allowed excess humidity to build up, creating an environment that could lead to mold growth, poor air quality, and long-term structural concerns. The crawlspace was also inefficient, contributing to energy loss and uncomfortable conditions throughout the home.

We completely transformed the crawlspace by installing a full CleanSpace encapsulation system. The exposed ground was sealed with a durable, high-performance vapor barrier that now fully covers the floor and walls, locking out moisture and improving overall air quality. The space is now clean, bright, and properly protected from humidity and outside elements. This encapsulation not only helps safeguard the home’s structure but also creates a healthier, more energy-efficient environment for the homeowner, giving her peace of mind that her crawlspace is protected for years to come.

Our customer met with Complete Basement Systems at a nearby Home Show and was in need of some help drying up their basement. 

Our most reliable sump pump system, the TripleSafe provides our customer in Montgomery with three levels of protection for their basement and will leave them with peace of mind the next heavy rain or power outage that their basement will remain dry!

The TripleSafe sump pump has a 1/3 hp motor that can discharge 2,200 gallons of water per hour, it also has a 1/2 hp motor that can pump an additional 3,900 gallons of water per hour.  Lastly the UltraSump Battery Backup System also installed can pump more than 11,500 gallons of water on a full charge.  Wow!  Yes that's a lot of water!

A homeowner in New Prague, MN, started noticing signs of trouble in his basement; most concerning were several foundation walls that had begun to bow inward. While the basement was still usable, the movement was a clear warning that pressure from the surrounding soil was taking its toll. He wanted to address the issue early, before the walls worsened and repairs became more invasive and costly.

Our team stabilized the foundation using the proven PowerBrace System, which is designed to stop wall movement and protect the structure in the long term. The steel beams were custom-fit and secured from floor to joist, immediately reinforcing the walls and preventing further bowing. With the PowerBrace system in place, the homeowner now has peace of mind knowing his basement walls are protected, his home’s structural integrity is preserved, and the problem was handled before it became a major repair.