Burlington, VT Trusty Foundation Repair & Basement Waterproofing

In Burlington, Vermont, lived a joyful couple, Mark and Sarah F. They had recently received the delightful news that they were expecting a baby. Excitedly, they began envisioning a beautiful future for their growing family. First, however, there was one challenge they had to face—their nasty, wet basement.

Mark and Sarah had neglected their basement, dismissing it as a mere storage space for forgotten items and a breeding ground for dampness and musty odors. But now, with a baby on the way, they realized the urgent need for additional living space and the importance of a healthy environment for their little one. Determined to transform their basement into a welcoming and dry haven, Mark and Sarah embarked on a quest to find a reliable solution. After extensive research and recommendations from friends, they called Matt Clark's Northern Basement Systems, a renowned company specializing in waterproofing and basement repair solutions.

Impressed by the positive reviews and the promise of a custom-designed waterproofing system, Mark and Sarah contacted Northern Basement Systems to discuss their project. A friendly representative scheduled a free estimate with them to assess their basement's condition and propose an effective solution. On the appointed day, Matt Clark's team arrived at Mark and Sarah's home, equipped with expertise and a wealth of experience. First, a system design technician carefully examined the basement, taking note of its damp patches, musty smell, and signs of water intrusion. Then, he listened attentively as Mark and Sarah shared their vision of a dry and safe space for their growing family.

Understanding the urgency and the couple's desire for a permanent solution, Matt assured them Northern Basement Systems could fulfill their dreams. He explained that they would design a customized waterproofing system tailored to their basement's unique characteristics and moisture issues.

The Northern Basement Systems team swiftly got to work, meticulously implementing their waterproofing plan. They installed a comprehensive drainage system to effectively redirect water from the basement, preventing future leaks and flooding. To tackle the dampness and musty odor, they installed a state-of-the-art dehumidifier.

Throughout the project, the team maintained open communication with Mark and Sarah, updating them on the progress and addressing their concerns. In addition, they prioritized quality and precision, ensuring that every aspect of the waterproofing system was flawlessly executed.

Finally, after days of dedicated work, the transformation was complete. Mark and Sarah marveled at their newly renovated basement—a clean, dry, inviting space ready to welcome their baby into the world. They were grateful to Matt Clark's Northern Basement Systems for their exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to customer satisfaction.

As the due date approached, Mark and Sarah prepared the basement as a cozy nursery, confident that their baby would grow up in a healthy and protected environment. The waterproofing system installed by Northern Basement Systems stood as a testament to their commitment to providing the best for their family.

Looking for a permanent solution to repairing failed support columns and controlling water, moisture, and odor from their crawl space, a homeowner in Burlington, Vermont, reached out to the professionals at Matt Clark's Northern Basement Systems for a solution.  A team of certified professional installers used a variety of patent products to turn this once wet, damp, nasty crawl space into a clean, dry, weatherized area.  Steel Smart Jacks replaced the old, unsafe support columns, providing a safe support system throughout the crawl space.        

In 2015 Matt Clark's Northern Basement Systems were called to evaluate cracks in sheetrock & wood floors that were buckling. When Northern Basement Inspector arrived, they found that the foundation was a Frost wall with a slab at grade.  To get the information needed for the job, soil boring tests were needed. The difficulty with this was it was inside, and the concrete slab had radiant heat after using a thermal imaging camera.  We drilled two holes and performed Boring.  Results came back with decaying organic matter 9 feet under the slab that was not removed during construction.  The repair consisted of a support work slab pier, hydraulically driven to a suitable soil resistance.  The 3,800 sq ft home had to be demoed, which was a huge undertaking for the homeowner; a total of 119 slab piers were installed to support the entire slab.  The slab consisted of 6-2" thickness.  Piers was droved down up to 23 feet below the slab.  Before slab outcome slab was lifted back to original elevation, about 2 & 1/4" lift in slabs.  

Here at Matt Clark's Northern Basement Systems, even after the job, our work for the customers isn't done.  Every year our pro, Irma, contacts customers to see if they would like a service/checkup on their systems. Upon calling a customer in Burlington they were all in for having a check up on their Water Guard and Ultra Sump System.  The next day our trusted and very experienced Technician, Jesse, headed out with his scrupulous co-worker, Irma.  They arrived at the homeowner's residence and went right to work vigilantly cleaning all the lines and pumps.  During the cleaning, they found some small ends of tree roots and removed them.  They finished up and left the homeowner with their system running in optimal condition.    

A project manager with the state of Vermont noticed that the court house’s handicap ramp had begun to settle. At the base of the ramp, several sidewalk slabs had also settled leaving the ramp in hazardous conditions and violating safety codes. Fortunately, after doing some research online, this project manager quickly found Matt Clark’s Northern Basement Systems.

The situation called for a PolyLEVEL injection. The experts from Northern Basement Systems found the areas that needed leveling and got right to work. Polyurethane foam is light, yet powerful. After several small holes were drilled into the concrete, the foam was injected beneath the slabs and filled the void where the unsettled soil used to be. As the void filled, the foam pushed downward against the soil, lifting and leveling the concrete slabs back to its original position. Now both the ramp and the slabs at its base are accessible to all.

This project manager did the right thing. Safety is a common priority for any business. Matt Clark and his team of experts hear safety concerns daily. Whether it’s a PolyLEVEL project or any of the other services they offer, Matt Clark’s Northern Basement Systems is dedicated to helping keep this community safe.

In recent years, Ken had been experiencing water damages in his basement. These problems would reoccur around March and April when the ground is still frozen and just starting to thaw. Ken’s house rested on a cinder block foundation. He frequently found that water, supplied by frozen, sandy soil surrounding his foundation, would peel away layers off the cinder blocks and seep into the basement. This year, he decided to prepare for the spring weather by calling Northern Basement Systems.

Northern Basement Systems knew the basement needed a new pump system. They installed a Superpump system with a cast iron pump liner, an Ultrasump battery operated backup pump and a discharge line. The Superpump system and the discharge line work together to collect and channel the water safely to the exterior of the house. However, the job was not completed yet. Since the discharge line is an open airway, just like the ground, the discharge line is susceptible to freezing. The solution was to install an Iceguard to help protect the discharge line. The Iceguard is engineered to eject the water away from the exterior wall in the event that the pipe freezes. It is designed with holes in it to allow this to happen, yet no water at all gets out of these openings when the pipe is not frozen.

With these systems in place, Ken is well-prepared for the upcoming spring season. He has peace of mind and won’t have to worry about a damp basement. A basement problem like this happens all the time all throughout the cold, northern states and Northern Basement Systems is available to help.

Wendy F.’s basement in her Burlington home was virtually unusable thanks to dampness. This was not what Wendy had in mind when she bought the house. Desperately wanting to add value back to her home and reclaim the space, Wendy did some searching on Google and came across the website for Matt Clark’s Northern Basement Systems, a local waterproofing company in Vermont. Impressed with the website, the experience of the employees, and the positive customer reviews, Wendy set an appointment for Matt Clark to come to assess the problem. 

In order to return the basement to full use, first, all of the standing water would need to be removed. Northern Basements team installed a WaterGuard XL drainage system, a SuperSump sump pump, and a discharge line equipped with an IceGuard anti-freeze device. A Lawn Scape discharge line outlet was also installed to carry water away from the basement. The basement makeover was completed with ThermalDry floor tiles. To make the space more attractive, Wendy decided to have a SunHouse basement window well installed to help let in natural light. 

Because of Matt Clark and his team of waterproofing specialists, Wendy has a basement that goes far beyond just functionality. The basement she envisioned is finally hers!

Ronald and Christine T. of Burlington, VT were mostly worried about the humidity of their basement when they first set up an appointment with Matt Clark’s Northern Basement Systems. And while Northern Basement Systems agreed that the area needed dehumidification, he also realized that without also tackling the basement’s flooding problem, they would never get rid of all the moisture in the space. He suspected that a TripleSafe sump pump, discharge line, and a Lawn Scape drainage outlet would do the trick. Originally the couple only agreed to the installation of a SaniDry XP dehumidifier to dry the area.

Like so many others, homeowner Paul L. of Burlington, VT dealt with basement flooding during the winter and spring, when heavy snow would melt, seep into the ground, and his home. Matt Clark’s Northern Basement Systems had previously inspected his home and provided him with a quote to waterproof his basement. But at the time, Paul felt he could not go forward with the project. He suffered through another year and decided enough was enough. Now was the time for action. He called back waterproofing expert Justin Lanfranconi and told him that he was sick of losing control of his own home and was ready to start repairs!

A highly specialized team of waterproofers lead by foreman showed up at Paul’s Burlington property with the tools needed to secure his basement. The team installed a SuperSump sump pump to remove water. A discharge line equipped with IceGuard protection meant that the water could safely exit Paul’s home no matter the time of year, and the new Lawn Scape outlet offered a safe place to dump this excess water. Paul finally had the peace of mind he had been missing for years!

Because Paul had such a positive experience with Matt Clark’s Northern Basement Systems, he has already scheduled an appointment with them to have his waterproofing system inspected and services annually. Paul highly recommends the experts at Matt Clark’s Northern Basement Systems to any Vermont homeowner looking to defend their home against the elements!