Before & After Photos

Kyle M. of Savage, MD had some air conditioning issues. While in the crawl space, he noticed the vines growing around his HVAC unit, mold and musty smells. Knowing he needed help, he called Fortress Foundation Solutions. Our System Designer Skylar Beverage inspected his crawl space and provided a free estimate for an encapsulation. An encapsulation would include drainage matting, CleanSpace vapor barrier and a SaniDry Sedona. The CleanSpace seals the ground from the house, keeping moisture and water away from the wood joists. Our SaniDry Sedona is a cutting-edge basement dehumidifier rated for energy efficiency and powerful enough to keep dry air circulating throughout a 3000 square foot area. The Sedona will ensure your crawl space is protected from excess moisture that can lead to mold growth, wood rot and odors, ensuring a dry, clean space. Now Kyle knows his crawl space won't be growing any more plants or fungus. He has protected his biggest investment - his home!

Jim E. of Jessup, MD, called Fortress Foundation Solutions after noticing musty smells coming from his crawl space. After investigating, he discovered pooling water and falling down, moisture-saturated insulation. System Designer Riley Ethier met with Jim, inspected his crawl space and provided a free estimate for an EZ FLow Drainage System, a Smart Sump Sump Pump, SilverGlo insulation, CleanSpace Vapor Barrier and a SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier. After speaking with Riley, Jim learned that the air in the crawl space flows upward into the home. He didn't want that musty, moldy air getting into his home and decided to move forward.

Soon foreman Ethan and his crew were onsite. They began by removing the old falling-down insulation. Next, they installed the EZFlow drainage that channels all water into the Super Sump Sump Pump. For insulation, SilverGlo was put up on the walls. Drainage matting and CleanSpace Vapor Barrier were put down sealing off the ground from the home, reducing moisture. The final step, a SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier was added. It removes excess moisture from the air keeping mold, mildew and wood rot from forming. Now Jim knows the air flowing into his home is clean and healthy and his home is protected!

In Fairfax, VA, a homeowner faced a problem that many understand—a musty, wet basement impacting their home's safety. As seen in the before photo, moldy walls threatened comfort and health. This is more than a home improvement; it's about revitalizing safety and peace of mind. We stepped in to turn things around by installing our reliable WaterGuard®, coupled with the TripleSafe™ sump pump and CleanSpace® encapsulation systems. These solutions eradicated moisture issues, creating a healthy and dependable environment. Notice the transformation in the after photo—a stable, safe, and uplifting space.

Marsha, a homeowner in Bluefield, Virginia, had a below grade garage that was constantly damp, moldy, and flooded with water. Over time, the moisture began affecting the integrity of her garage and foundation.

She reached out to Fortress for a free, comprehensive inspection of her home. Scott, one of our awesome skilled System Designers explained the science behind waterproofing and proposed a long term solution for the water issues in her basement and garage.

Marsha ultimately chose a full perimeter WaterGuard system, a CleanSpace wall vapor barrier, a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier, and an Aspen air purifier. Since the installation, she has reached out to Fortress to share how dry and clean her home feels - even after a huge rainstorm!

In Blacksburg, Virginia, Ellen's basement showed significant water intrusion, jeopardizing the safety and usability of her space. In the before photo, you can see signs of dampness, which could lead to structural and health issues if left unaddressed. Our team at Fortress Foundation Solutions installed our WaterGuard system to capture water before it entered the home. We paired that with a TripleSafe sump pump, which pumps the water out of the home. We also installed our SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier to improve air quality and moisture levels. The after photo highlights the transformed, dry environment suitable for storage and daily use.