Before & After Photos

Cracks, sinking slabs, voids and tripping hazards plagued this home in Cedar Rapids. The homeowners called the local experts at MidAmerica Basement Systems. After speaking with design specialist, Bryan Christopherson, and coming up with a customized plan, the homeowners opted for the full warranty Concrete Protection Plan. Their slabs were leveled, and all cracks and joints were filled with Nexus Pro Crack Sealant. The sealant expands and contracts with the temperature to avoid future cracks, and maintain the aesthetically pleasing repair. What a difference! 

Nathan K. of Cedar Rapids was noticing a large slope in his garage slab. Over the years, the ground under his garage had settled and wash-out causing the concrete slab to become uneven. He had done research on the possible ways to fix his sloping concrete. MidAmerica Basement Systems offer a PolyLevel solution. PolyLevel is similar to mudjacking, but uses a more effective solution, that won’t deteriorate or wash-put over time. PolyLevel helped Nathan’s sloping garage, lift and straighten back to its original position.

In Cedar Rapids, IA, this homeowner's driveway faced cracking and settling issues that were worsening over time. The goal was to repair it before ita full replacement became necessary. As seen in the before photo, aging concrete can become a major concern. Our team at MidAmerica Basement Systems stepped in with a lasting solution. By utilizing our PolyLevel system, we stabilized and lifted the concrete efficiently. We added the NexusPro Joint Sealant to protect against further water intrusion, and applied SealantPro to extend the surface's longevity. The impressive transformation in the after photo reflects 35+ years of putting our customers first. 

Uneven concrete in Cedar Rapids was turning this homeowner’s walkway into a trip-hazard obstacle course. MidAmerica Basement Systems to the rescue! We used our PolyLevel system to lift and stabilize the settling slabs, then finished the job with NexusPro joint sealant for long-term protection. Check out the transformation: from a "watch your step" eyesore to a perfectly level, worry-free stroll.

Following an accidental fall, a Cedar Rapids, Iowa homeowner faced significant safety hazards navigating the sunken, uneven concrete pathway around their property. Differential slab settlement had created raised concrete edges and open cracks, making the walkway dangerous to traverse, particularly for someone using a walker. System Design Specialist Shawn Conaway inspected the exterior flatwork and identified sub-slab soil erosion as the root cause of the settlement. Shawn designed a non-destructive concrete repair plan combining PolyLevel® Concrete Leveling with NexusPro® Joint Sealant through MidAmerica Basement Systems.

Foreman Ricky Sigala and crew member Jaylen mobilized to execute the precision lifting and sealing process. First, Ricky and Jaylen drilled dime-sized injection ports through the settled concrete slabs. They inserted injection nozzles and pumped a two-part expansion geopolymer foam beneath the concrete. Upon injection, the high-density liquid expanded, compacting weak subgrade soils and exerting upward hydraulic pressure to lift the sunken slabs back flush with the surrounding pathway.

Once the walkway was fully leveled, the team cleaned out all open joints and surface cracks, applying NexusPro Joint Sealant across the entire path. This silicone-based sealant cures quickly, resists harsh UV exposure, and remains permanently flexible, preventing future rainwater from washing away the subgrade soil. The crew capped the small injection holes with matching concrete compound and thoroughly cleaned the site. The restored pathway completely eliminated trip hazards, providing the homeowner with a smooth, safe, and fully accessible walkway.