The Basement Doctor of Cincinnati Before & After Photos

The main beam in the ceiling of this basement had become warped from excessive use. To add extra support and to stop the floors from sagging from the floor above, we installed SmartJacks and a supplemental beam across the main beam. The result was a success. 

In the "before" photo, you can see how this homeowner in Tipp City, Ohio, had resorted to stacking storage bins and belongings off the ground in a damp, unfinished corner of the basement. Water seepage had made the space unreliable for storage and unusable for anything more.

We solved the issue by installing our WaterGuard® subfloor drainage system, which now captures any incoming water before it can reach the basement floor. We also added a TripleSafe® sump pump, offering triple protection and a battery backup in case of power outages. To brighten the space and protect the walls, we finished it off with CleanSpace® wall panels, which direct wall moisture down into the WaterGuard system while giving the basement a clean, dry look.

Now that this corner is permanently protected from water, the homeowner is finally free to finish the space and build proper shelving — turning what was once just a damp storage area into a usable, functional part of the home.

The outside brick on this home was cracking in a stair-step pattern. This happens when a house settles because the first place to crack is the weakest point in the structure. In this case, the mortar between the brick was the weakest link, so it was the first sign to show. We stabilized the sinking foundation by lifting the house back with our helical pier system. If you see cracking like this with your home, be sure to give us a call so we can give a free & honest diagnosis.

This homeowner had a couple of concrete slabs that had sunken out of place from the rest. We lifted the sunken slabs to even everything out, eliminating any potential tripping hazards. 

This basement in Batavia, OH, had stained and deteriorating walls before we stepped in to waterproof it. We installed our interior perimeter waterproofing system, featuring WaterGuard subfloor drains and a TripleSafe sump pump, to keep the space dry. To give the walls a cleaner, more finished look, we added rigid waterproof panels for extra protection. Chipped and flaking basement walls are a common issue, and many homeowners attempt to cover them with "waterproof" sealants. Unfortunately, these coatings are only a temporary fix and often lead to repeated, costly repairs. Our system provides a lasting solution, keeping basements dry and worry-free.