Before & After Photos

Kristy was looking to repair her driveway, but when the contracted inspected her situation, he suggested that having it lifted would be more cost effective for her situation. Due to the basement window, concrete steps, and gas line, re-pouring new concrete would be more difficult then using injection technology by MidAmerica Basement Systems. PolyLevel is an effective modern solution to mudjacking. PolyLevel uses high-density polymers that are lightweight and won’t cause damage to the basement window or gas line. Small 3/8 inch holes are drilled into the concrete and PolyLevel is injected to fill the voids and expand to lift and stabilize the concrete. NexusPro Joint Sealant was then applied to all the cracks to provide a bond to prevent the cracks from worsening, and to help divert water from seeping in through the cracks. 

Faced with uneven concrete in their garage, a homeowner in Dubuque, IA, knew it needed fixing before putting their property up for rent. As you can see in the 'before' photo, the concrete settlement was clearly an issue. Enter MidAmerica Basement Systems: we transformed the space using our PolyLevel and NexusPro solutions – elevating and sealing the concrete to perfection. The 'after' photo speaks volumes; the garage is now safe and visually appealing, ready to impress future tenants.

Jennifer was very upset that her sidewalk had sunken 2 inches from her porch when her home was recently new. She searched for solutions to her problem and found MidAmerica Basement Systems’ PolyLevel solution. During her inspection, Mac had diagnosed how the issue had become apparent so quickly. A downspout was placed right next to the sidewalk, and was causing washouts, leaving large voids for the concrete to sink in. PolyLevel was injected under the concrete to fill the void, made of a waterproof material, and lift the slab back to its original position. PolyLevel helped close the 2-inch gap between the sidewalk and porch, leaving it looking the same as it did when it was first poured. It was also suggested that installing a new downspout line away from the concrete to prevent future washouts elsewhere.

Terrance and Deb were having issues with their sidewalk to their front door. Some areas had sunk terribly, leaving the entrance unsafe to access. They contacted MidAmerica Basement Systems to have their sidewalk lifted and leveled for the safety of their guests. Cole offered them the solution PolyLevel to be injected under the concrete. Once PolyLevel is injected, it fills the voids to create a stable hold, and expands to lift the concrete back to level. After PolyLevel sets, NexusPro Joint Sealant is applied to all the cracks to prevent future washouts of the ground underneath. This allows for a longer-lasting, stabilized fix for the sidewalk. Terrance and Deb no longer worry of tripping hazards for their guests.

Over time, the ground under concrete can shift and settle, creating voids. When voids are present, the concrete can sink and crack from stress. Injecting PolyLevel from MidAmerica Basement Systems will help lift, level, and stabilize the concrete. The PolyLevel fills the voids and expands to lift the slabs, leveling the concrete back to its original position. PolyLevel has a lifting compacity of 2,000 to 4,000 pounds per square foot while weighing less than 4 pounds per cubic foot. The waterproof material prevents the PolyLevel from washing out and will not rot or deteriorate over time.