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The Crack Team
4.9(
33
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Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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"I contacted The Crack Team for foundation wall crack waterproofing after finding water near our utility lines and basement corner. They arrived on time, answered all my questions, and did clean work. What impressed me most was how respectful and honest the crew was throughout the whole process. The leaking stopped completely and the area looks great now."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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AccuLevel, Inc. - Michigan
4.0(
220
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Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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"They explained everything very well, and they fixed the foundation without ripping out my front porch. They have awesome payment plans as well!"
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing
Commercial Waterproofing

+28

Response time4 days
214 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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All-ways Dry LLC
5.0(
26
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Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

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"James was very honest with me and told me the problem was due to downspouts dumping out at the foundation which needed to be redirected. Leaks were minor and he told me I won't need his services. I tried to pay him for his time and he would not take any money. If and when I need foundation service he will be my first call. Good guy and very professional."
trench dug and drain tile pitched
Excavated and defects exposed
drain tile encased with gravel
defects repaired with waterproof cement
visqueen Vapor barrier covering gravel

+33

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Atlantic Coast Waterproofing Inc
4.8(
88
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Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The most important thing I can say about Atlantic Coast Waterproofing is meet with all other foundation experts first, then call Gary. Why? INSPECTION 1. He pointed out that my basement floor overlaid the footer at different heights based on where you are in basement. --No other specialist pointed this out, this detail is very important 2. He was able to point out previous homeowners put in "home made" system --No other specialist pointed this out, this detail is very important 3. He was able to answer my questions about exterior of house that might need attention to maximize keeping basement as dry as possible, while working in parallel with interior system 4. Professional, respectful, straight forward PROPOSAL 1. Informative 2. Best warranty in the industry. 3. Cost came in similar to other proposals that would not have been effective solution for my situation INSTALLATION - BASICS 01. Anytime Gary ran into a home specific challenge he was able to overcome and offer different solutions to correct 03. Any silly question I had was happily answered 04. Walked me through progress daily 05. Was able to adapt to inspector asking for a different proposed sump pump solution, this was no problem 06. Was able to re-assure me that removal of old shower was best interest when he found sub-par installation and mold! 07. The work was super clean in basement 08. Trench was a good 14 inches wide, dug to bottom of footer, with 4 inch pipe installed 09. Gary made sure to test each weep hole very carefully and re-drilled any hole with questionable drainage or mortar clogs 09. Final gravel, pipe and cement installation was executed flawlessly 10. Permit inspector raved about the good job Gary and his team had done and he passed inspection with flying colors INSTALLATION - ABOVE AND BEYOND 01. There was questionable broken shower drain pipe, he just fixed it, no problem 02. While preparing area around sump pump Gary went the extra mile to investigate what could be another bad "home made" plumbing solution. Turns out the previous owner did not connect sump pump outlet to main sewer line, leaving a visible gap, and essentially allowing sewer gases to escape! Gary then switched gears, put on his plumber hat, and had multiple solutions to correct problem. There was a nominal cost associated with it, but I was MORE THAN HAPPY to pay for properly fixing a very bad plumbing situation. 03. Gary's crew are also there to get it done right. When his crew arrived one member pointed out that cleanout to main sewer line was not up to code. This was not pressing concern, but once other plumbing problems were uncovered, they brought this up to code at cost of some new PVC pipe. Very nice. 04. Gary's final cleanup surprised me, in a good way. After seeing first hand the unavoidable mess this type of work can cause, Gary humbly said they do their best with final clean up. Well, when we did final inspection, the basement and exterior never looked better. Nice."
Floor slab open exposing the raised footer.
Excavating this wall in Troy and prepping it for our liquid membrane.
Perimeter of basement floor has been removed and trenches have been dug to the base of the footing.
Trenches have been dug to the base of the footing exposing the ground water.
Repairing Rod Holes.

+135

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Precision Foundation Systems LLC
4.4(
31
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Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Russ is one of the few contractors I've hired that over-delivered on what he promised. We hired his company to install carbon fiber straps on two of our basement walls that were starting to bow in a bit. We had quotes from several other companies, and we chose Precision Foundation Systems because their rates were competitive, he was incredibly knowledgeable about the process, and there was no BS nickle and diming going on like a lot of the other companies. He just quoted an all-in rate, then did a really beautiful job. They installed additional bracing where needed (and other companies did not include) and even added an additional strap at no addition charge--all to ensure he was completely resolving the issue and not leaving us with a potential problem in the future. He didn't mark up the permits at all either, which we appreciated. At the end of the day, it's all about the quality of the work, and I can't imagine anyone doing it better, cleaner, or more professionally. Thank you for exceeding our expectations Russ! I almost never get to say that to a contractor!"
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Herbal Thymes & Gatherings
4.7(
72
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Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

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Emergency services offered

"Jackie went above and beyond any expectations I had providing a beautiful maple tree for a gift. We will definitely continue to have a business adventure with her in the future. She is highly recommended!"
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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HomeSpec BasementFix
4.7(
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Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

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"Properly figured out the problem as crack in my basement wall that required filling. Another company tried to get me to do additional unnecessary fixes that would have cost thousands more."
Ann Arbor home waterproofing and foundation repair.
Sump Pump, Dehumidifier, Drainage System, and Vapor Barrier
Before & After Encapsulation
Concrete Leveling & Repair
Egress window & carbon fiber straps.

+29

Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HomeSpec
4.3(
570
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Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

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Warranties offered

"Elon inspected my foundation to determine what walls were holding water. He took measurements and took time to share a video of the repair he was recommending. I will have four anchors installed on the problem wall at a very fair price."
Before
Basement Waterproofing
Wall Failure and Water
Before
Diagram of Interior Drainage System

+32

Response time1 day
82 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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WaterTight Solutions
5.0(
20
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Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Absolutely thrilled with the work Watertight Solutions did on our basement crack repair! From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly thorough. They explained everything clearly, worked efficiently, and left the area clean when they were done. Most importantly, the repair was done right and we have complete peace of mind now. I highly recommend Watertight Solutions to anyone needing basement or foundation work."
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

You can turn a red brick white through a process called whitewashing. Whitewash isn’t a stain but rather is made from water and white latex paint. Adding more water to the mix will make the solution look lighter when applied, and adding more paint will make it look more white.

No, it’s not recommended to attach shutters to brick without drilling. Brick is dense and built to last, so adhesives and shortcut methods don’t usually cut it. Even heavy-duty glue struggles to hold up over time—especially against wind, moisture, and temperature changes. Most no-drill options are made for materials like vinyl or wood, not solid masonry. Skipping the drill might seem easier, but it puts your shutters—and anything below them—at risk. For a secure, lasting install, drilling is the way to go. It takes more effort up front, but the result is safer and more reliable.

The best way to clean creosote from brick is to hire a professional chimney sweep. However, you can use a creosote log to remove excess buildup between cleanings. You can also clean minor creosote buildup using dish soap or vinegar mixed with water.

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

Yes, concrete is significantly stronger than masonry, especially if the concrete pour includes reinforcements, like steel rebar. Concrete is a uniform material that can withstand compression, sheer force, and tensile force as long as it’s reinforced. Masonry involves the use of mortar or grout to connect individual building materials, like brick, stone, or tile. Mortar and grout are also reasonably strong and resist compression well, but they don’t come close to the strength of poured concrete.

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