Before & After Photos

Recurring basement moisture had become a serious concern for a homeowner in New Milford, NJ, prompting them to seek a professional solution from Quality 1st Basement Systems. Water intrusion not only threatened the usability of the basement but also posed potential long-term risks to the home’s structural integrity and indoor air quality. The homeowner wanted a reliable, permanent solution to stop the water at its source and safeguard their home for years to come.

After a detailed inspection, our System Design Specialist designed a fully customized waterproofing system tailored to the home’s specific needs. The solution included our patented WaterGuard Drainage System to capture and redirect groundwater, a high-performance TripleSafe Sump Pump to ensure dependable water removal, and our IceGuard Discharge Line to prevent freezing during winter months. EverLast Wall Panels were also installed to create a durable, moisture-resistant barrier for the basement walls.

Working together, these advanced systems eliminated ongoing water issues, protected the basement from future damage, and provided the homeowner with lasting peace of mind!

A homeowner in Union City, New Jersey was having foundation problems and contacted Quality 1st for a solution. Our System Design Specialist inspected the foundation and realized the foundation was in need of support. The floors above the foundation were sagging and were being held up by wooden posts.

SmartJacks were installed to support the sagging foundation and provides a permanent solution. The SmartJack system is installed by attaching steel support beams to the floor joists and a sturdy base at the floor. The SmartJacks can be adjusted at any time if the home requires it. This home is supported and the homeowners do not have to worry about their foundation being unsupported. 

CleanSpace Liner, and SmartSump installed on CrawlSpace vapor barrier to prevent damp and musty odor in Hoboken.

Ugly, damp basement walls converted into a clean, bright walls with the installation of the CleanSpace Wall System.

A Hoboken, NJ resident contacted Quality 1st Basements to waterproof and encapsulate their crawl space. After seeing many before and after pictures of crawl spaces similar to their, they knew that encapsulation was the answer and that Quality 1st Basements is the crawl space professionals they needed for this solution. 

Our Senior Design Specialist, Ken Peare, did a full inspection of the crawl space area and noticed high humidity and moisture. The walls were damp and a musty odor filled the entire crawl space area. Ken suggested a full encapsulation system to not only keep the crawl space dry but healthy. Protecting this area under your home from water keeps mold from growing. This will improve the quality of air!