Victor Barke's Complete Basement Systems Before & After Photos

Raul in Albert Lea contacted us because he wanted to replace a small existing window with an egress window. Our design specialist Pedro met with him and help guide him through the process. Raul was happy with the communication and the professional work our installation crew performed to make his project come together.

In July 2016 after a big rainstorm that hit the Albert Lea, MN area our customer Elroy & Shannon found themselves with a flooded basement.  A problem they never had before, but clearly had found out fast that this would not be the last time.  

When the installation team arrived to begin the installation, you can see just how much water was underneath their foundation after opening up the floor to install a sump pump and complete waterproofing system.  

"The crew were very good with the installment of the system, and explained all that was done."

Shannon contacted our company because their block foundation was failing to cause cracking walls that needed stabilization. 

Our system design specialist Ronald Schulz designed a solution to stabilize the foundation wall with our patented PowerBrace wall system. The walls are now stabilized with no more need for them to worry. We also replaced some of their existing basement windows with 3 of our Standard Everlast Windows. Shannon was is enthusiastic that the new windows let in so much more light into their basement! 

They were pleased that the installation crew was very professional, and informative and did a wonderful job cleaning up!

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.