Before & After Photos

In the "before" photo, you can see the damp areas that were actively compromising the foundation.

Service technician Scottie Mohr assessed the space and designed a comprehensive waterproofing plan. Foreman Jacob Oetzmann and his crew then stepped in to install a complete moisture-defense system, including:

• CleanSpace Vapor Barrier to seal the walls.
• A SuperSump Sump Pump System for reliable water evacuation.
• TerraBlock Basement Insulation and Drainage Matting to protect and cushion the floors.

As shown in the "after" photo, these high-quality products work together seamlessly to keep the basement permanently dry. Unlike the thinner liners and insufficient systems used by other companies, this heavy-duty combination protects the foundation's long-term integrity.

At MidAmerica Basement Systems, we are dedicated to resolving even the toughest basement and foundation challenges.

In Iowa City, Iowa, a homeowner struggled with elevated humidity and potential mold growth throughout their crawl space, threatening both the home's indoor air quality and structural integrity. Uncontrolled ground moisture and ambient humidity created a damp environment susceptible to musty odors, wood rot, and airborne mold spores.

To eliminate the moisture threat at its source without temporary workarounds, System Design Specialist Tim Rollet evaluated the site and designed a full encapsulation and environmental control solution using the CleanSpace® Vapor Barrier, CleanSpace® Drainage Matting, and the SaniDry™ Sedona Dehumidifier through MidAmerica Basement Systems.

Foreman Justin Maddox and crew member Devin S. arrived on-site to execute the restoration. The team began by laying CleanSpace Drainage Matting across the uneven crawl space floor, creating a raised channel layer that allows trapped groundwater to flow freely beneath the liner without pooling. Over this base, the crew installed the 20-mil thick, poly-reinforced CleanSpace liner across the floor and walls, mechanically fastening and sealing every seam to form an airtight barrier against ground moisture, soil gas, and ambient humidity.

To maintain healthy air quality long-term, Justin and Devin S. installed a high-capacity SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. Designed specifically for below-grade spaces, the unit automatically senses relative humidity, filters out airborne particles down to 3 microns, and continuously pulls excess moisture out of the air to keep the relative humidity well below the threshold for mold growth. The crew completed the installation and thoroughly cleaned the area, leaving the homeowner with a bright, dry, and fully protected crawl space.

Douglas and Natalie O. of Columbus Junction, IA contacted MidAmerica Basement Systems because their basement was damp at the floor and wall joints. After meeting with Mike Banks, they had a system installed to protect them from further water damage, including WaterGuard, CleanSpace and a TripleSafe Sump Pump. 

CleanSpace is a fast, economical way to cover up water damaged, unpleasant basement walls. It is a permanent installation that is installed with drilled-in fasteners. It stops water vapor from spreading throughout the walls and will also drain any wall leaks. It has a washable surface so if any marks or stains happen to appear on the wall they can be washed off. It also can conform to bumpy wall surfaces. 

A homeowner in West Union, IA had water damage on the bottom of the basement walls. CleanSpace was the perfect fix to restore them and make them look new and clean once again. If you too are experiencing the same issue, do not hesitate to reach out to MidAmerica Basement Systems. We would be happy to send a Design Specialist out to you to give you a free, no-obligation estimate. Contact us today!

The homeowners of this crawl space in Decorah wanted a dryer and healthier crawl space. The MidAmerica Basement Systems team applied spray foam to the sill plates to better insulate the space. They also installed drainage matting and a CleanSpace liner. Now the homeowners have a space that isolated from the earth and is healthier.