Grainger County, TN Professional Basement Waterproofing & Crawl Space Repair

Derek B. called Master Dry in regards to potential problems with his Bean Station, TN vacation home. He noticed the floors beginning to sag and caulk pulling away in the bathrooms. Believing that these signs could be indicative of a larger issue, an inspector was sent out to conduct a thorough inspection of the home and suggest a course of action.

When sales representative James Anthony arrived at the home, he inspected the crawlspace as well as the home’s interior. He was able to determine that the issues the homeowner had been seeing were due to foundation settling from crawlspace issues. At James’ suggestions, a team led be foreman Nick Crozier came out to the home to being work repairing the crawlspace. To begin, they covered the floor of the crawlspace with black plastic to act as a moisture barrier. They removed debris, sealed visible gaps, and installed a crawlspace dehumidifier to remove humidity and moisture that had been negatively affecting the foundation of the home. Finally, the team installed SmartJacks to raise the foundation of the home back to its original position and stabilize it to protect against future wear and tear.

The work done on this foundation and crawlspace was a huge success. Once just job was completed, the owner was incredibly satisfied with the quality of work done. He was also very happy to know that the quality of his home had been improved and that it was protected for the future.

Rutledge, TN homeowner Charles K. contacted Master Dry with questions about a possible mold issue in his home. When we received his call, sales representative John Baucom visited his home to determine what the issues were, and what needed to be done about them.

On completion of his inspection, John recommended the products that he felt best suited the needs of the home. Soon after, work was begun on dealing with the mold in the home by foreman Jody Heatherington and his crew. They istalled a SaniDry dehumidifier to deal with the moisture that was giving mold the opportunity to grow, as well as a Condensate Pump to remove any condensate caused bymoisture in the air.

When the job was completed, Charles was pleased with the work done and the knowledge that Master Dry had protected his home before any more serious damage occurred. If you're experiencing similar problems, give Master Dry a call today to find out what they can do for you!

Steve’s Blaine, TN home was suffering from a wet, morphing basement that was causing the foundation of his floors to warp and sag. The lack of a stable ground forced the wall to slowly lean, which became a safety hazard. Steve realized he needed to call professionals to handle the situation. Master Dry Sales Representative inspected Steve’s basement and delivered him an accurate, honest estimate of his current situation.

Steve requested to continue with the service and the Master Dry crew, led by foreman David Lyons, came to Steve’s home to begin the repair. Initially, the crew installed an IceGuard to prevent further basement flooding in colder weather and provide the sump pump with an outlet to remove of its excess water without backups. They proceeded to insert a WaterGuard, a WaterGuard port, and a Single Pack to fully rid the space of water and generate a dry surface to prevent mold and mildew growth. To remedy the critical basement wall issue, the team completed a 10.5’ of a half wall removal. Lastly, they installed a LawnScape outlet.  

Steve was very satisfied with the work completed and the estimate quoted, which ended up being less than expected. He was grateful for an efficient inspection, honest quote, and complete job.

Angela of Blaine, TN was worried after her newly built house started to accumulate mold. The main duct was built through the center of the house, which, as a result, had a lot of condensation accumulating on it. This water would then leak on to the vapor barrier in the crawl space, causing mold to form on the cross beams. The crawlspace did have vents, although, they were inappropriately placed near the front and back porches which resulted in poor ventilation. 

Angela decided to call Master Dry to have her worries subside. Sales representative, Curtis Ward, conducted the free inspection and estimate and determined the right course of action. Primary foreman, Tyler Smith, led the team to install an Everlast Crawl Space Door to serve as a sturdy barrier to the outside, an energy efficient SaniDry CX Crawl Space dehumidifier, a Clean Space SmartDrain to reduce moisture and humidity and seal out cold drafts, and a Clean Space Vent Cover to protect their home from outside temperatures, humidity, pests, and further moisture damage.

Following the appointment, their home had further issues that were solved by Master Dry’s follow up appointments to ensure that her home repair was completed properly. Angela and her family were amazed by Master Dry’s persistence in ensuring the job was done correctly the first time and when problems arose, they eagerly sought to fix the issues.

Marvin, a Blaine native, was fed up with the current state of his basement. After a rather rainy season, Marvin’s basement was beyond ignoring. His walls began to leak heavily after it rained, causing mold and an unpleasant, musty odor to accumulate throughout his home. He decided to call Master Dry for a free inspection and estimate to jumpstart the process of getting his basement fixed for good.

Sales Representative, Josh Sulfridge, conducted the inspection and decided on the appropriate course of action. The team installed a WaterGuard Interior Basement Waterproofing System. This device is designed to capture water seepage within walls as well as leaks where the wall meets the floor. The installation of the system is a quick, non-disruptive procedure. The patented and excellently crafted design and rugged plastic make-up will never decay or corrode. WaterGuard transfers the water flow to a sump pump, which is then effectively disposed of outside. The WaterGuard is virtually invisible and hidden beneath a layer of concrete, so Marvin’s basement looked even better than before!

Marvin was thrilled he no longer had to worry about his leaky, pesky basement now that his problems have been alleviated once and for all. Have a similar situation? Call Master Dry and set up a free inspection and estimate to see how we can service your unique waterproofing, foundation, concrete, or electrical needs.

Glenn S. of Blaine, TN began noticing a strange smell in his home's crawl space. Knowing that this could be mold growing because of water damage he contacted Master Dry. Sales Representative James Anthony provided Glenn with a thorough inspection of his crawl space and gave him an accurate estimate of the project.

Foreman Nick Crozier led the Master Dry team through the repair. They first had to rid the mold from the crawl space with Mold Spray. Once the mold was taken care of, a WaterGuard system was installed around the perimeter of the crawl space. This leads water to a SmartSump sump pump that then pumps the water out of the crawl space. Then, EZ Flo Drainage Matting and Black Plastic was laid to waterproof the dirt floor. A LawnScape Outlet was also installed to prevent rainwater from being drained directly outside the crawl space walls.

Glenn now enjoys a safe and dry crawl space!

This Thorn Hill, TN resident was beginning to notice some issues along the exterior of their house. Cracks were developing, but they weren't minor cracks. They were "stair-step" cracks, which are indicative of major foundation settlement issues. As more and more developed, the resident's worries increased. Finally, they reached out to Master Services for an inspection and solution.

To guarantee no more cracks developed and to provide stabilization for the structure, the team installed helical piers. Helical piers look like massive screws, and they are attached to the base of the foundation wall, then driven deep into the ground. Once they are firmly grounded, the piers bear the weight of the foundation. This ensures that no more cracks or other issues, like sinking, develop. 

This homeowner can rest easy now that our helical pier system is in place. 

This federal facility in Washburn, TN was underdoing serious structural damage due to settlement. Large cracks were forming along the brick facade, and mortar was crumbling off in pieces. Master Services was called out to inspect the damage and make a repair assessment. The solution was clear: helical piers.

Helical piers are large screw-like components that are attached to the base of the foundation to provide support and stability. They are driven into the ground outside of the structure to maintain the weight of the building. This intense stabilization means the foundation will be secure enough to keep cracks, sloping floors, and other damage from forming.

Our helical pier system was the perfect solution to preserve this building.

This home near Powder Springs, TN had an issue in the basement: it flooded whenever it rained, concerning the homeowner and increasing the possibility of water damage, mold, and structural problems. The homeowner wanted a permanent, reliable solution they could trust to keep water from creating issues. 

The Master Services solution included installing one of our sump pump systems and perimeter drain. Working together, these products catch and ferry water along the perimeter of the basement and outside of the home via a discharge site. The water is dispersed several feet away from the home and away from the home's foundation. 

We received a call from a homeowner in Thorn Hill, TN who was worried about sagging floors in her home. We suspected that the problem started in the crawlspace, which an inspection confirmed. Moisture can cause structural problems in below-grade spaces, or undersized beams could lead to issues. Our solution was simple: the SmartJacks system, which can support loads of more than 60,000 pounds!

The jacks bolster weak or undersized beams and correct issues in upstairs levels. Better yet, they are completely adjustable and can be tightened if future needs call for it. Now this homeowner can rest easy knowing that her home is sufficiently supported. 

The Master Services team visited a home near Washburn, TN that was built in 1945. The property owner was concerned about some cracking and damage around exterior and interior walls. These problems often occur due to expansive soils and hydrostatic pressure, but foundation settlement also is a contributing factor. Master Services recommended two foundation repair products: our wall plate anchor and helical pier systems. These systems function differently, but provide dependable and long-term support for failing walls. 

The homeowner was pleased that the walls were fixed and no longer in danger of collapse! Our team was happy to ease his fears and demonstrate again why our foundation repair products are so effective!