Before & After Photos

In Waverly, Iowa, uneven and hazardous concrete caused by a snowblower's design compelled a homeowner to reach out to us for a solution. The before photo shows this safety concern clearly, with the shifting concrete creating a noticeable problem.

To resolve the issue, System Design Specialist Daniel Kelchen evaluated the property and crafted a strategic repair plan. Our expert crew, led by Foreman Ricky Sigala and featuring team member Jaylen, swiftly addressed the problem using our PolyLevel® system to stabilize and lift the heavy concrete slabs.

In the after photo, you will notice a perfectly level surface that is completely free from trip hazards. To ensure lasting protection, Ricky, Jaylen, and the team also applied NexusPro® Joint Sealant to seal the joints against future water damage. This reliable combination by our team offers a safe, smooth, and enduring solution tailored to withstand tough winter challenges.

In Waverly, IA, a homeowner sought smooth parking and efficient water diversion, a project designed by System Design Specialist Daniel Kechen and executed by Foreman Justin Maddox Jr. and his crew member Brantly. As seen in the before photo, the uneven concrete hindered functionality, but the team successfully utilized the PolyLevel® system to lift and level the surfaces for maximum stability. Notice how the concrete now provides ease for boat parking, as shown in the after photo, while the addition of NexusPro® Joint Sealant offers durable protection against water infiltration to prevent soil erosion under the concrete. Ultimately, these solutions combined secure footing with advanced water management to enhance the home's overall safety and utility.

A homeowner in Waverly, Iowa, faced daily frustrations with severely misaligned concrete seams along their flatwork. The vertical offsets between adjoining slabs created hazardous tripping points for family and visitors, while making winter snow shoveling nearly impossible as shovel blades repeatedly caught on uneven edges.

To restore a smooth, safe walking surface without the expense of total concrete replacement, System Design Specialist Tim Rollet evaluated the site and designed a multi-step stabilization strategy using PolyLevel® Concrete Leveling and NexusPro® Joint Sealant through MidAmerica Basement Systems.

Foreman Justin Maddox and crew member Devin S. mobilized to execute the concrete restoration. First, the team drilled pea-sized injection ports into the sunken slabs and injected expanding PolyLevel polyurethane foam. The high-density foam filled underlying subterranean voids, compacted weak subgrade soil, and lifted the depressed concrete until the seams aligned perfectly flush.

Once the slabs were flush, Justin and Devin S. prepped the control joints and cracks to receive NexusPro joint sealant. Designed to resist UV degradation and extreme temperature shifts, this silicone-based sealant cures into a durable, flexible barrier that prevents surface runoff from seeping beneath the concrete, halting future soil erosion and protecting the underlying subbase. The crew finished the site clean-up, leaving behind a level, fully sealed concrete surface engineered for long-term safety and seamless mobility.

Cracks are created over time and will just continue to get worse if they are not fixed. This was an issue at this homeowner's home in Waterloo, IA. Over time the cracks in the sidewalk started to grow and create a hazardous walkway for the homeowners. It was time to have the cracks looked at and get fixed! The MidAmerica Basement Systems Team was happy to help this homeowner get their sidewalk back to the way they wanted it. 

NexusPro is a long-lasting based sealant. It is fifty percent more flexible than other sealants and can stretch up to twice its size. It will not crack as the concrete moves over time. It is applicable in extreme temperatures and is resistant to ultra rays from the sun. It is applied by first cleaning out the cracks, a bead of NexusPro is applied, the second application of NexusPro, and then a third application. Leaving your cracks filled and no longer a hazardous to you.

With the help of Design Specialist, Wes and Installer, Brandon the homeowner does not have to worry about their sidewalk having cracks in it any longer! If you too are looking to have your cracks in your sidewalks or driveways sealed off, leave it to the experts to let us help you fix that issue! Contact MidAmerica Basement Systems and we would be more than happy to set up an appointment with you and have a Design Specialist come out to give you a free, no-obligation estimate!

Mike and Sharon began to notice water seeping into a small portion of their basement wall and quickly reached out to MidAmerica Basement Systems. Design specialist, Wes, inspected their situation and pointed out the main issue. The driveway had sunken, and pulled away from the home’s foundation, allowing water to seep in between and into the basement. He offered PolyLevel to help lift and level the concrete back against the foundation to prevent future water seepage. After the concrete was leveled, NexusPro Joint Sealant was applied to the crack, helping direct water away from the foundation, and a new waterproof system was installed to prevent any future leaks. Mike and Sharon not only have a waterproofed basement but a newly leveled driveway.