Crawl Space Repair

B-Dry System of South Central Michigan and Greater Grand Rapids, Inc. offer CRAWL SPACE REPAIR in Lansing, Jackson, Holt, Chelsea, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, and surrounding areas in Michigan.

Crawl space encapsulation solutions can be used in concrete or dirt crawl spaces. B-Dry System of South Central Michigan, Inc. and Greater Grand Rapids, Inc. offer solutions to turn your damp, wet crawl space into a safe dry crawl space.

Solutions offered to our B-Dry System of South Central Michigan, Inc and Greater Grand Rapids Inc. Customers, include our 20-mil vapor barrier, 16-mil fire retardant vapor barrier, insulation, dehumidifiers, sump pump, drainage systems, and the experience of “The B-Dry System” basement waterproofing since 1982 in our local Mason, Michigan office.

From start to finish our experience in crawl space repair can offer new basement windows, crawl space doors, vents, with our encapsulation system, sump pump options, dehumidifiers, a total crawl space service. Our staff welcomes a visit to your home, serving Mid-Michigan including your home in the Ann Arbor, Lansing, Jackson, Grand Rapids, Michigan areas.

If you have a damp, wet crawl space, let our 28 years of waterproofing experience, stability, and Better Business A+ rating, lead you to give us a call, at 1-800-548-4100 or you may visit our web site and request an inspection at bdrymidmichigan.com and let B-Dry System of South Central Michigan, Inc. visit you for a FREE INSPECTION.

B-Dry Locally Owned in Mason Michigan

The B-DRY® SYSTEM


Complete Permanent Waterproofing Solutions

Locally owned and operated in Mason, Michigan since 1982, B-DRY® SYSTEM of South Central Michigan, Inc. has been providing basement waterproofing services to the greater Lansing, Jackson, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids and many other metro areas for over 25 years!

We specialize in complete basement waterproofing solutions. Since 1958 The B-DRY® SYSTEM has been keeping basements dry all across America! Going strong now for over 50 years!

With many years of experience, an industry recognized warranty, and lifetime service commitment, you too can have the protection, security and value that comes with a dry basement that has The B-DRY® SYSTEM.

When you specify The B-DRY® SYSTEM we guarantee you no water leakage in the areas waterproofed for the LIFETIME OF THE STRUCTURE and a written warranty that is transferrable from owner to owner with no transfer or yearly fee.

We learned back in the 1950's to treat your home like we would our own home - with care, pride and protection. B-Dry® System of South Central Michigan is an EPA Lead Safe Certified Firm and uses lead safe practices on all job sites and will document compliance with Federal pre-renovation education and renovation, repair, and painting regulations.

Don’t be wet, be dry! With The B-Dry® System! Call or visit us online to schedule your free estimate. 800-548-4100 www.bdrymidmichigan.com

B-Dry® System of South Central Michigan - Basement Waterproofing Solution

The Permanent Basement Waterproofing Solution

 

Operating nationally since 1958 with over 200,000 basements waterproofed, The B-Dry* System has literally stood the test of time. We are a "Honey of a Company" proudly serving the Central Mid-Michigan area since 1982.

 

The B-Dry® System has received recognition from many local and national publications like Entrepreneur Magazine, National Association of Home Builders, Better Homes & Gardens and has also received very favorable recognition for our ethical and honest standard of business practices on Dateline NBC.

 

Also having been with the Better Business Bureau as an Accredited Business since 1994, maintaining an A+ Business Rating with zero consumer complaints puts our track record ahead of the rest.

 

We do basement waterproofing, and we do it exceptionally well. That's because we have had years of experience in perfecting the most popular, best selling, basement waterproofing system in the industry today!

 

We are on the job 52 weeks a year. The simple fact of the matter is that we know more about waterproofing than anyone else!

 

We proudly offer you:

 

• A Free Inspection by a Licensed Waterproofing Professional
• No High Pressure Sales Techniques
• A Written Quotation with No Obligation to Buy
• Full Warranty for the Lifetime of the Structure
• Interest Free Financing

 

Our company specializes in Basement & Crawl Space Waterproofing Solutions, Wall Crack Repair, Bowing Wall Repair, Exterior Grading and Glass Block Window Installations.

 

How is Water Getting in the Basement?

Waterproofing a Basement in Grand Rapids

I was asked a couple of questions recently as I was finishing up work for a basement waterproofing client in Grand Rapids. We were called on a Tuesday and Im pleased to say in less than a week our B-Dry team was at the customer's home taking care of a very wet basement. (see photo)

As we were finishing up, the customer asked me what effect their wet basement might have had on the resale value of their home had they not given us a call.

I've been asked this question many times in the past and although there is no specific formula, I can tell you it is generally accepted that between 5% and 10% of the resale value of a house can be deducted if there is a wet basement.

Of course, the reciprocal question is - "Okay, can I recoup the cost of waterproofing my basement when I sell my home?"

Fair question - and that actually has two answers!  While there are no guarantees, generally calling in basement waterproofing experts to ensure your basement is dry will indeed make your home more likely to sell.  Furthermore, if you can expect a loss of 5% to 10% in resale value of your home, a house costing $100,000 would lose between $5,000 and $10,000 in market value. So, if you do the math - you'll see there's a very good chance of recouping the cost of your B-Dry waterproofing project.

Clogged French Drain

Dealing with a clogged French drain can be frustrating. Fortunately, many of the problems associated with this issue can be avoided.   Let's take a closer look.

The most frequent cause relates to sediment issues. What happens is that water seeps inside the hollow voids of the masonry creating damp walls that dissolve water soluble elements like calcium, lime, and other minerals from your cement.

A change in temperature can quickly compound this problem. When this happens, expansion and contraction in your masonry structure becomes a concern. Water can have the opportunity to enter through various points of entry. First place to look? The seam, where your masonry meets your concrete floor.

Because your blocked french drains are no longer draining properly, water is building up below ground level and it’s pushing – pushing – pushing! Eventually, water will seep up through cracks and seams in the floor. Next sign of trouble? Pools of water forming at low points in your floor.

Imagine heavy wet soil now exert many pounds of force against your vulnerable basement walls. Not a pretty site! Your wet basement walls may crack or buckle. Like so many other home improvement issues, the cost of foundation repair from buckling or cracks is avoidable if proper steps are taken.