Quality 1st Basement Systems Before & After Photos

This Glen Burnie, MD, homeowner was facing increasing moisture levels in their crawl space, which were causing the support beams to weaken and leading to damp, unhealthy conditions throughout their home. The rising moisture not only created a musty smell but also threatened the structural integrity of the house as the beams began to sag, affecting the floors above. Concerned about the long-term damage, the homeowner contacted Quality 1st for a solution.

Next the team installed our patented SmartJack Reinforcement System to stabilize the sagging beams and lift the floors back to their original position, while our mold-resistant CleanSpace Vapor Barrier System was applied to seal the ground and prevent future moisture from entering the space.

With these comprehensive solutions in place, the crawl space was transformed into a dry, stable, and healthy environment, restoring both the foundation and overall peace of mind for the homeowner!

This Millersville, MD customer reached out to our company in need of an Egress upgrade and partial basement finishing. The window currently in the basement was your small standard size window with a metal well. Wanting to finish the basement, the customer asked to upgrade this window to an Egress to not only allow a quick and safe exit from the basement, but this would also allow a lot of natural sunlight to enter the basement.

Our company came out and installed a 48x48 Slider Egress window with a Rockwell, Rockwell cover and a WellDuct. Once the Egress was in place we got to the finishing portion of the project. Customer was only looking for a partial finishing and this included a ceiling install, a wall system, access door panels and then an interior door. Material we used to complete this portion of the project was our Prestige, textured,Non-Organic Ceiling Tiles and our Maintenance free TBF Everlast Wall System. 

In this uninsulated crawl space, vapor was coming up through the ground soil into the home, causing the master bedroom to be extremely cold during the winter months. To encapsulate the space, we installed our CleanSpace Vapor barrier that will capture and prevent any moisture that seeps in from the dirt floor. By sealing off the air movement from the ground, it will also close off the temperature from the living space above, making the floors and rooms above feel warmer in the winter months. 

In this basement in Millersville, MD, the kitchen window was starting to leak and was in need of replacement. We removed and hauled away the original window to install our EverLast Basement Window, which is double-pane glass, which won't rot or rust and helps prevent heat loss during those cold months. We use special techniques to eliminate air leaks through the gaps around the window ledges, which will make a great impact on electric bills. 

In Millersville, MD, a homeowner noticed a persistent moisture problem in their crawl space, causing concerns about mold growth, musty odors, and potential damage to the home’s foundation. Despite using various temporary fixes, the humidity levels continued to rise, and the crawl space environment only worsened, making the homeowner increasingly worried about the long-term effects. After researching long-term solutions, they reached out to Quality 1st for professional help in restoring the crawl space to a dry and healthy condition.

Our team quickly assessed the situation and installed SilverGlo Insulation Panels to provide superior moisture resistance while also improving thermal efficiency. Next, we laid down the CleanSpace Vapor Barrier System to create a secure, durable seal against water vapor and moisture infiltration.

This one-two punch of advanced insulation and vapor protection effectively transformed the crawl space into a dry, healthy environment, eliminating the musty odors and preventing future moisture-related issues. The homeowner can now rest easy, knowing their crawl space is properly protected for years to come!