Job Stories

This homeowner in Glen Bernie Maryland had an uneven floor and were looking for answers on how to correct the problem. They reached out to us here at Dryzone and we provided them with a simple solution. We explained that we could use our SmartJack product to lift and level the floor & foundation.

Over the course of time, soil settles. This settlement rate can be affected by many factors, one of which is soil type. The composition of the soil is chief among them. Sandy soil versus soil with more clay content are examples of types of soil with very different rates of compaction. This homeowner had many different soil types on their property which contirbuted to their slab sidewalk and patio to sink  in an manner which lft it unlevel. PolyLevel can be used in this instance to remedy the problem caused by soil settlement. Contact DryZone today if these pictures look like a problem that you may be facing!

This home in Baltimore, MD needed a little support in the middle of their basement before remodeling. They called DryZone to see what could be done. With a supplemental girder and 2 SmartJack XTs, this home's basement is safer and supported for a lifetime and all ready for its remodel!

Yikes! This crawlspace in Edgewater, MD was in need of some control! With CleanSpace encapsulation, a TripleSafe sump pump and a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier, this crawlspace is ready for anything! So long mold and moisture!

Sinking ground beneath an air conditioning slab caused problems for this homeowner in Pasadena, MD. The slab was sinking inconsistently throughout the slab and as a result, the air conditioning unit was unlevel. The good news for this homeowner is that PolyLevel when in the expert hands of the DryZone Concrete crew can be used to fill the void caused by erosion or ground settlement. PolyLevel will not wash away and the problem will be fixed. PolyLevel is an excellent solution for all of your void fill issues.

This homeowner in Lutherville Timonium, MD was in a rut; a sidewalk rut that is! With PolyLevel and NexusPro joint sealant we were able to give this sidewalk a facelift! With PolyLevel, we were able to lift the uneven concrete slab back into place, creating a completely level path. After the PolyLevel installation, we then sealed all the cracks and joints on the walkway, helping prevent further cracking and sealing them from water. The result of PolyLevel and NexusPro joint sealant are clear! And the result is a clean look that helps protect your concrete slabs from soil erosion, cracking and sinking for years to come. Do you have uneven concrete? Give us a call to schedule your free estimate!   

The homeowner reached out to our team because they have 3 total crawlspace, all separate from one another. They let us know that each one is its own mess. They are filled with hanging insulation and there is no way to get from one crawlspace to another. Only the front and middle crawlspaces have different entries. The third does not have an entry way yet.   We cleaned up all three areas and made an opening into one another so that you can access each crawlspace no matter which one you are in.

This homeowner in Arnold, MD was in need of 6 helical piers to help support their deck and pool area.    Helical piers are a type of steel pier that can permanently stabilize your home. The first section of the pier is advanced into the ground and has one or more helix-shaped blades welded to the shaft, allowing it to be mechanically screwed into the soil.  These piers can be installed from the exterior or interior of your home and provide an opportunity to lift the home back towards its original position.

This walkway started to become unsafe for the homeowners and their guests. With PolyLevel, we can lift concrete slabs back to their original location with a polymer foam that fills the voids underneath. 

This home in Cockeysville, MD had a staircase crack forming on the front of their home that started to get worse over time. With a call to DryZone, they found out they needed extra support for the foundation of the home on one side.    We installed 4 helical piers to stabilize the front of the home and bring the home back to its original location.  The first section that is advanced into the ground has one or more helix-shaped blades welded to the shaft, allowing it to be mechanically screwed into the soil. These piers can be installed from the exterior or interior of your home and provide an opportunity to lift the home back towards its original position. Helical piers reach greater depths than other options and will not rust, creating the ultimate stability that you need for your home.   Questions about your foundation? Give us a call at 1-855-554-5001 to find out more!