Basement waterproofing and crawl space repair in IA

Des Moines Home and Garden Show

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:47:07 -0500

Midwest Basement Systems is proud to announce we will be exhibiting at the Des Moines Home and Garden Show February 9th through the 12th, 2012. We have several exciting new products and and a brand new product line do display and talk about. Stop down and see us for all of your basement needs. Our staff will be ready to talk with you. See you all there!

Your Unfinished Basement is Valuable Living Space!

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 11:42:51 -0500

Do you remember the long process of searching and looking for just the right home? The right neighborhood, school systems, grocery stores, and churches, or simply a property out in the country? Along the way you found homes and properties you almost like, some you nearly liked, and then you found the one. The right one that had everything you were looking for. You could even say, "The House you fell in Love with!"

Once you moved in and the furniture, china, kitchen, and moving boxes discarded the plans on what to do with your new home began. Paint colors, shelving, office, family room and of course the available living space provided by the lower level called the basement. What to do, what to do?

We all have gone through this at one time or another. What to do with the basement? We know it is the most cost effective way to add living space in our homes. And, the basement has so many possibilities! The "Man Cave", or "Storage", or an "Extra Bedroom", the "Work Shop", the "Game Room", and of course your new "Home Theater". But, what about the odor, and the dampness, and when you looked closely a bowing wall. Some of this was there when you moved in, particularly if you purchased an older home, and some of it just developed over time. So how do I protect my investment into the lower level of the home?

Well there is several ways. Having said that, the bottom-line is we need to make the basement of your home, dry all of the time, discharge the water from the spring thaw, the spring and summer rains away from you homer, and fix the structural defects of the cracked and bowing walls of your basement. Once this permanent fix is done, you can go in confidently and turn your basement into the dream living space you have always wanted.

The First Step is to "Call Us"! We will help you organize your project so it can be completed timely, and put you in front of the new home theater in no time. But, give us a call today!

Fall in Love with Your Home AGAIN and call us for a FREE basement remodeling estimate in Iowa!

Christmas is on Us!

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:46:35 -0500

The Holidays, what an exciting time! Recently, Midwest Basement Systems was able to participate and sponsor a local program called "Christmas on Us".

This program was hosted by the local Cumulus Radio group here in Des Moines Iowa. Listeners could enter to win a chance to have "Christmas on Us". The winner would receive a gift certificate to a local shopping area, and give them the opportunity to purchase food or gifts for the holidays.

The accompanying photos tell the rest of the story. Beware current radio personalities, I believe these are the new rising stars of local radio! Thank you to everyone who made this possible.

From the first original customers 16 years ago to the customers and staff of this year 2011. Everyone had a part in our ability to donate a Christmas on Us! Thank You!

Toys for Tots

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:40:23 -0500

Thanks to everyone who participated in this years USMC Toys for Tots program. We were able to collect lots and lots of toys, so this years program was a fantastic success. The toys have been delivered to the USMC collection point at KCCI TV 8 headquarters in Des Moines Iowa. Once again, thanks to everyone!!!

Repairing A Brick Foundation in Iowa

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:29:08 -0500

"I have a crack in my brick foundation that I need someone to come take a look at."

Foundation repair specialists in the Iowa area are very likely to receive calls like this from concerned homeowners. Brick and stucco exteriors have been very popular in Iowa. These masonry finishes are durable, attractive, and are fireproof and immune to rot and insect attack. This gives them a big advantage over wooden exteriors. Unfortunately brick, stucco and stone walls can crack when soil conditions cause a foundation to settle, heave or buckle.

Brick, Stone or Stucco Veneers
Most modern day houses have a brick, stone or stucco exterior that is a veneer. It does not extend completely through the full thickness of the wall. The brick, stucco and stone are typically installed over a structural wall of wood framing or concrete block. Home built before 1900 are likely to have foundation walls built from solid brick or stone.

So the question now is: If the brick or stucco facing isn't structural, why worry about cracks? That’s a good question. Hairline cracks, or those that are too narrow to admit a business card, are not really a concern because they are too small for moisture or insects to penetrate through. They are also not visible unless you get very close to the wall.

Large Cracks Indicate Foundation Problems
Larger cracks in a home’s masonry wall can be extremely hazardous to a home. These cracks are worth investigating and fixing. Larger cracks in a masonry wall detract from a home’s appearance which can diminish real estate value. These larger cracks in a brick, stucco or stone wall can also be telltale signs of a foundation problem with the foundation.

Masonry vs. Wood
A house that has wood siding like shingles, clapboards, or board-and-batten siding, can have a foundation problem that has little or no effect on the siding's appearance. This can be very dangerous as wood is flexible and can cover up cracks beneath. If a foundation wall settles slightly, wood framing and siding will simply bend down slightly above the settled foundation, essentially covering up the damaged area.

Unlike wood, masonry is a rigid material that will not flex to cover up a damaged area. Whether it's brick, mortar, stucco, concrete block or poured concrete, this material can't stretch. Masonry is strong in compression, but not in tension. When the soil beneath a foundation wall settles it creates a void beneath the concrete footing. This causes the footing to break under the load from above rather than bend. The brick, stucco or stone veneer above the settled foundation wall has the same inability to stretch, so it's also likely to crack, especially around windows and doors.

On a positive note, an experienced foundation repair specialist can permanently repair foundation settlement, bowing and shifting problems that cause cracks in brick, stucco and stone walls. When the foundation is moved back to its original position and stabilized, cracks in upper masonry wall areas typically close up. The mortar joints between bricks become even again, and with minor touch-up work with masonry patching compound, it's looks as if the cracks and damage never occurred.

Midwest Basement Systems specializes in foundation crack repair in Marshalltown, IA as well as other surrounding cities like Des Moines, Ft Dodge, Ames, Waterloo Cedar Falls, Mason City, Osceola, and Ottumwa. Visit Midwest Basement Systems online for all of your foundation problems in Central Iowa!

City of Des Moines Offers Rebate on Sump Pump Installation

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:43:54 -0500

Good news for Des Moines homeowners looking to make an improvement to their water system in their house. The city has established a rebate for property owners that have a licensed professional redirect one or more of the eligible sources of water infiltration and inflow to an outlet other than the sanitary sewer system. This includes sump pump installation in Des Moines, which is a service that Midwest Basement Systems is able to reliably provide to homeowners.

Under the program, the city of Des Moines will make a Private Property Protection Program reimbursement of up to $1,000. The work must be performed and completed between June 1, 2008, and June 30, 2014 to be eligible for the rebate. The following work is eligible:

The installation or redirection of a sump pump to discharge flows from foundation drains and area drains to a non-sanitary sewer outlet such as a rain garden, storm sewer, or the ground surface.
The disconnection of roof leaders from the sanitary sewer service.
The installation of backwater valve.

The work must be an improvement to an existing home located in Des Moines and must be performed by a licensed plumber. Get more information on the rebate here: http://www.dmgov.org/Departments/PublicWorks/Pages/PrivatePropProtectProg.aspx

Based in Des Moines, Iowa, Midwest Basement Systems specializes in basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, mold control, and foundation repair in Iowa. Midwest Basement Systems has been waterproofing basements in the greater Des Moines, IA area since 1995, and is the exclusive dealer of Basement Systems products in central Iowa. For more information or to schedule a free estimate for sump pump installation in Des Moines, visit www.midwestbasementsystems.com.

We have a contest winner!

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:17:40 -0500

Congratulations to Beth K. and her family for winning the Midwest Basement Systems IPad2 contest here in Des Moines, Iowa.

Thanks to Beth and her friends and family for helping make our contest a great success.

Watch for more information and details, there may be another contest, and a chance to win on the way.

Congratulations!

Toys for Tots

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:12:07 -0500

Midwest Basement Systems is PROUD to announce we are a drop off site for the "Toys for Tots". As we get closer to the holidays, it is important for all of us to remember those in need. With this in mind we will be able to start taking Pre-packaged, and non wrapped toys, on November 15th, 2011. Midwest Basement Systems will take these toys until the 22nd of December. The location of Midwest Basement Systems is 5153 NE 17th Street, Des Moines, Iowa, 50313.

Thanks to all of you in advance for your help and participation!

Advertising Media Meeting

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 18:07:54 -0400

Today was and exciting day! Media meeting. We had advertising vendors in from all over Central Iowa. Lot's of great and positive comments from the media.

During this meeting we discussed products and services offered here at Midwest Basement Systems. They were able to tour our offices and facility, had lunch, and gave the media information to help us with our marketing efforts.

Thanks to everyone for their participation at our Media Event. Thanks to everyone at Midwest Basement Systems for all of their help and hardwork to make this event a great success.

The Food Bank of Iowa

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:22:24 -0400

Midwest Basement Systems is PROUD to announce we are a drop off site for the Food Bank of Iowa. As we get closer to the holidays, it is important for all of us to remember those in need. With this in mind we will be able to start taking non-perishable food items on November 1st, 2011. Midwest Basement Systems will take these non-perishable food items until the 24th of December. Additionally, we will take the collect food items to the food bank just before Thanksgiving and then again just before Christmas.

Thanks to all of you in advance for your help and participation!

Midwest Basement Systems Receives Awards at International Convention in Connecticut

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 11:35:57 -0400

Des Moines, IA – Midwest Basement Systems was recently honored at a meeting of over 600 guests from all over the United States and Canada at this year’s Team Basement Systems Convention. The annual convention is held each year between Seymour, Connecticut, (where the Basement Systems headquarters is located) and Hartford, Connecticut, and brings together dealerships of the international network for classes, seminars, training, parties and networking.

This year Midwest Basement Systems received an award at the Team Basement Systems International Convention. Midwest Basement Systems was one of the Top 5 Basement Systems Dealers, as well at one of the top 25 CleanSpace Dealers in the United States and Canada.

The convention featured guest speakers Krish Duhnam (of the Zig Ziglar corporation), and the “Pit bull of Personal Development” Larry Winget. A sports-themed party at the Connecticut Convention Center ended the convention week with music, food and performances by the Harlem Wizards and the New England Patriots Cheerleaders.

Midwest Basement Systems is a certified basement systems dealer that specializes in basement waterproofing, crawl space repair and spray foam insulation in Iowa. Midwest Basement Systems has been servicing homes in the greater Des Moines area since 1995.

Basement Systems is an international network of basement waterproofing, crawl space repair and basement finishing contractors. The international headquarters, based in Seymour, Connecticut, also provides sales and service throughout Connecticut and Westchester County, NY. Larry Janesky's Basement Systems has been helping homeowners increase their usable living space for over 20 years across the United States, Canada, Ireland and the United Kingdom. They have 27 patented basement and crawl space products, designed to help homeowners get more out of their basements and increase their home's value.

Midwest Basement Systems Donates Boat

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 11:17:31 -0400

Midwest Basement Systems is working with Mudd Foot Riverbillies to help children with Cystic Fibrosis.

Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease that stems from a defective gene and affects the lungs and digestive systems of 30,000 children and adults in the United States. It causes the body to produce unusually thick and sticky mucus that can potentially clog the lungs and obstruct the pancreas. If this happens it can lead to life-threatening lung infections and can cause the pancreas to stop natural enzymes from helping the body break down and absorb food. About 1,000 new cases of cystic fibrosis are diagnosed each year and around 55% of those diagnosed with cystic fibrosis are under the age of 18.

Mudd Foot Riverbillies is a non profit organization which was originally formed by a group of friends who wanted to help their friend’s daughter who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. Their aim is to help children with Cystic Fibrosis by raising money through hosting Carp Fishing Tournaments. This money is then given to families whose insurance does not cover all of their child’s medical needs. The goal is to add a new child to sponsor every year as they help more and more families. This year they are sponsoring 2 children, Rebbeca C. and Dylan S., with the money raised from raffles and fishing tournaments.

Mudd Foot Riverbilles also hosts raffles to raise money. This year Midwest Basement Systems donated a flat bottomed boat and trailer to be raffled off at one of the events. General Manger, Rod Fox said “Midwest Basement Systems is proud to work with a group like this to help raise money and awareness for cystic fibrosis."

The raffle tickets can be purchased at Hulgan’s Heating and Cooling are being sold for $20. The next carp fishing tournament will be held on August 27^th and you can register at Perry Pattee Park.

About Midwest Basement Systems:

Midwest Basement Systems specializes in basement water proofing, foundation repair, mold control and crawl space repair in Marshalltown and other surrounding areas. They have been providing excellent service to Iowa since 1995.

Foundation Repair in Iowa is Necessary for Maintaining a Healthy Home

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 10:49:44 -0500

Des Moines, IA - Midwest Basement Systems is an expert in the commercial and residential foundation repair industries and is reminding all businesses and homeowners alike that the winter months are not the time to forget the foundation, but keep an eye on any suspicious cues for trouble.

After successfully repairing thousands of foundations, Midwest has seen it all-- from cracking, flooding, bowing walls, and failing foundations-- the repair is possible with Midwest.

When the cold months come, many people become understandably more concerned with the upstairs than their downstairs or foundation. However, many issues can result from improper foundation repair or maintenance, including flooding problems when the cracks are not filled, in addition to homeowners paying more for heating when the foundation is not properly insulated and sealed.

Whether a foundation needs wall or crack repair, slab, mudjacking, or settlement repair; Midwest is the qualified expert ready to assist any homeowner or business.

Midwest Basement Systems is the local authorized basement, crawl space and Iowa foundation repair expert in the greater Des Moines, Ames, and Marshalltown areas-- and has been waterproofing basements since 1995.

Major flooding wreaks havoc and causes one death already in Iowa

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 01:41:01 -0400

Des Moines, IA - Major flooding in Iowa has taken residents by storm and been the cause of at least one death, as reported by the Associated Press. The flooding was caused by 3 nights of heavy thunderstorms and more rain is possible over the weekend.

On Wednesday night Iowa received 2 to 4 inches of rain in the overnight hours. These storms come on the heels of a snowy winter, wet spring and rainy summer which have all helped saturate the region. National Weather Service Forecast meteorologist Jim Lee says, "The bulk of this has been caused by those recent extreme rainfalls, especially back-to-back-to-back."

Between Altoona and Mitchellville 3 cars had been swept off the road by flood waters and the dozen or so passengers were found clinging to trees and logs to stay safe. The death of a 16-year-old girl has been blamed on the flooding and rescue divers found her body in Mud Creek Wednesday afternoon near cars which were swept away.

In Ames, Iowa the Iowa State University's basketball arena is under 4 to 5 feet of water and 55,000 nearby residents were forced to move to higher ground. Saturated soil broke a water main in Ames, 30 miles north of Des Moines, forcing hundreds of residents out of the area. This drained a city water tower and made it possible that contaminated the system's water supply. Water, gas and electricity to the affected areas have been shut off to avoid additional water main breaks and a dangerous environment to residents. Police Sargeant Lori Lavorato remarked that, "It's such a serious and dangerous situation any time there is water around these homes because of the electricity and gas."

Residents are hoping the rains will subside so that flood waters can recede. In the meantime rescue efforts are underway where needed. The American Red Cross has set up evacuation shelters in Oskaloosa in Mahaska County and Pleasant Hill in Polk County for area residents to receive, food, shelter and emotional support.

Once flood waters have receded, Iowa residents will need to clean up their homes and business to return to their daily lives. Tim Heady, owner of Midwest Basement Systems reports that "major thoroughfare Interstate 35 is closed off due to the flooding." The company also set over two hundred appointments on August 11th to help area residents with their Des Moines flooded basement needs. To speak with their expert basement and crawlspace waterproofers contact Midwest Basement Systems today.

Midwest Basement Systems

5153 Northeast 17th

Des Moines, IA 50313-2116

http://www.midwestbasementsystems.com

Eleven tips to winterize your home

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 08:58:03 -0400

Here are eleven tips to help you prepare your home for winter:

1) Furnace Inspection

Call an HVAC professional to inspect your furnace and clean ducts.
Stock up on furnace filters and change them monthly.
Consider switching out your thermostat for a programmable thermostat.
If your home is heated by a hot-water radiator, bleed the valves by opening them slightly and when water appears, close them.
Remove all flammable material from the area surrounding your furnace.

2) Get the Fireplace Ready

Cap or screen the top of the chimney to keep out rodents and birds.
If the chimney hasn't been cleaned for a while, call a chimney sweep to remove soot and creosote.
Buy firewood or chop wood. Store it in a dry place away from the exterior of your home.
Inspect the fireplace damper for proper opening and closing.
Check the mortar between bricks and tuckpoint, if necessary.

3) Check the Exterior, Doors and Windows

Inspect exterior for crevice cracks and exposed entry points around pipes; seal them.
Use weather stripping around doors to prevent cold air from entering the home and caulk windows.
Replace cracked glass in windows and, if you end up replacing the entire window, prime and paint exposed wood.
If your home has a basement, consider protecting its window wells by covering them with plastic shields.
Switch out summer screens with glass replacements from storage. If you have storm windows, install them.

4) Inspect Roof, Gutters & Downspouts

If your weather temperature will fall below 32 degrees in the winter, adding extra insulation to the attic will prevent warm air from creeping to your roof and causing ice dams.
Check flashing to ensure water cannot enter the home.
Replace worn roof shingles or tiles.
Clean out the gutters and use a hose to spray water down the downspouts to clear away debris.
Consider installing leaf guards on the gutters or extensions on the downspouts to direct water away from the home.

5) Service Weather-Specific Equipment

Drain gas from lawnmowers.
Service or tune-up snow blowers.
Replace worn rakes and snow shovels.
Clean, dry and store summer gardening equipment.
Sharpen ice choppers and buy bags of ice-melt / sand.

6) Check Foundations

Rake away all debris and edible vegetation from the foundation.
Seal up entry points to keep small animals from crawling under the house.
Tuck-point or seal foundation cracks. Mice can slip through space as thin as a dime.
Inspect sill plates for dry rot or pest infestation.
Secure crawlspace entrances.

7) Install Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Some cities require a smoke detector in every room.
Buy extra smoke detector batteries and change them when daylight savings ends.
Install a carbon monoxide detector near your furnace and / or water heater.
Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to make sure they work.
Buy a fire extinguisher or replace an extinguisher older than 10 years.

8) Prevent Plumbing Freezes

Locate your water main in the event you need to shut it off in an emergency.
Drain all garden hoses.
Insulate exposed plumbing pipes.
Drain air conditioner pipes and, if your AC has a water shut-off valve, turn it off.
If you go on vacation, leave the heat on, set to at least 55 degrees.

9) Prepare Landscaping & Outdoor Surfaces

Trim trees if branches hang too close to the house or electrical wires.
Ask a gardener when your trees should be pruned to prevent winter injury.
Plant spring flower bulbs and lift bulbs that cannot winter over such as dahlias in areas where the ground freezes.
Seal driveways, brick patios and wood decks.
Don't automatically remove dead vegetation from gardens as some provide attractive scenery in an otherwise dreary, snow-drenched yard.
Move sensitive potted plants indoors or to a sheltered area.

10) Prepare an Emergency Kit

Buy indoor candles and matches / lighter for use during a power shortage.
Find the phone numbers for your utility companies and tape them near your phone or inside the phone book.
Buy a battery back-up to protect your computer and sensitive electronic equipment.
Store extra bottled water and non-perishable food supplies (including pet food, if you have a pet), blankets and a first-aid kit in a dry and easy-to-access location.
Prepare an evacuation plan in the event of an emergency.

11) Disconnect the Sump Pump Discharge Hose

Allowing water to freely discharge from you sump pump line is vital in keeping your systems from backing up
Water will freeze inside the hose during the winter causing the line to clog
Have a new specially engineered fitting and a buried discharge line installed that will allow for water to discharge from the line (Ice Guard System)
Install a proper outlet on the end of the exterior discharge line to prevent clogging (LawnScape Outlet)

10 Commandments Hiring A Contractor

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 12:45:21 -0400

Have a plan, know what you want to accomplish before you call anyone. Remember that you are in the driver seat.

Ger more than 1 opinion. Just because a friend or family refers someone does not mean they are any good.

Have a budget in mind. Donât be afraid to readjust your budget, you may have over or under shot the figure in your head. If you are not familiar with the industry, you may not have a good basis for your budget. Your budget should not reflect what you can afford to spend; the last thing you want is to get a lesser job done because your budget is not right. You may be better off not doing anything. Research the kind of work you are interesting in doing.

Pick a good contractor. Donât be afraid to change your mind after doing research. Can your find your contractor? How much are you willing to pay someone you canât even find? Check the BBB. Get referrals. Check them out on the internet. See if your can visit a job site. Will there be subcontractors being used, will you get lien waivers. How long have they been around, are they local? Insurance, workers comp, and general liability.

Check out the products being used. Check out the materials being used. Remember your have to live with your decision. Your contractor doesnât. You only get 1 shot at it.

Be very thorough on the contract. Remember if it is not on the contract it is not getting done. No work should be started without a contract. What happens if there are changes? Clear understanding of payment. Written warranty. Who gets permits? Clean up and debris removal. Start date, and completion date. Unforeseen things. Get a good diagram of what is being done. Make no assumptions.

Be careful with deposits. Your may never see that money again. Some industries require deposits, like special order windows. If there is no special order materials then why give a deposit. Can that company afford to do the job? Beware of scam.

How many jobs does the company have going at one time? There is nothing more frustrating than having a company start your job and then you donât see them for a week while they use your deposit money to go finish someone elseâs job. How long before they are going out of business. Donât get caught.

Get the work done. Review work with foreman; ask questions as work is getting done, if conflicts arise this is the time to deal with it. Take photos as job is being done. Proof. Keep good records and talk to contractor.

Report on the results. If the experience was bad, try to resolve it with the company first. If you canât to that, and you have given proper time, take action, be a good consumer. If they did a great job, report that, tell everyone, that company deserves and endorsement from you.

The importance of backup sump pumps.

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 09:51:28 -0500

When wild weather strikes, along with a tremendous amount of moisture, it brings the kind of conditions that have the power to cause power outages

Strong winds and lightening in the summer, and heavy frozen precipitation accumulating on the power lines in winter.

No power, no sump pump. Just when you need it most.

Every year, homeowners across America are hit with losses of millions of dollars in property damage, due to basement floods, and many of them happen because homeowners do not have a backup sump pump.

No basement is 100% safe without a battery operated backup sump pump.

Protect yours against flood. Contact us for information about our innovative sump pump systems, with battery operated backup included.

We have the best sump pump systems in the market, in configurations to fit your specific waterproofing needs and your budget. Flexible payment options make them affordable.

Think of everything you can lose if your basement floods, and then think of the peace of mind you will have, not worrying about your basement the next time your neighborhood is hit by a heavy storm.

Check those references

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:36:11 -0500

Among all the necessary steps to take when hiring contractors, asking for and checking a contractor's references is most commonly overlooked by the homeowners.

Some are not comfortable with the idea of bothering a complete stranger, or calling someone on the phone to ask about the work performance of another. Others just don't know how to do it, or what to ask.

In our experience, when our customers are really happy with the service, not only will they not feel bothered for having their contact information used as reference but they will be delighted to provide the information requested.

This is why our policy is to offer references right away before you ask for them, and even before your ever get to meet our representative in person.
As for exactly what to ask a contractor's reference, the NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) website has excellent tips:

"Ask the homeowners:

Would you hire this company again?
Did the remodeler maintain a neat jobsite, provide regular broom clean-up, and haul away debris including personal trash?
Did the remodeler keep labor and materials delays to a minimum so that your job could be started and completed on time and within budget?
Did you find the remodeler easy to work with? Did the remodeler keep you informed as the job progressed?
Did the remodeler supply you with paperwork in a timely fashion?
How well did the remodeler deal with the problems that arose?"

Although those questions were directed to remodeling contractors, we believe they apply to every contractor in the home improvement industry and we strongly encourage you to use them every time you plan on hiring a contractor.

Door to Door Sales Act: know your rights

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:35:54 -0500

Iowa's Door-to-Door sales act can be consumer's best ally.

Based on the Federal Trade Commission's "Cooling-Off Rule", this law, which seeks to protect homeowners from the overly aggressive and sometimes intimidating sales tactics used by contractors and door-to-door salespeople, give consumers 3 days to cancel any contracts signed or any purchases made outside the seller's place of business.

In other words, if you feel you were pushed into hiring anyone or buying anything while being at home, you have 3 days from the date of the closing to change your mind, while remaining entitled to a full refund and without having to pay any cancellation fees.

In fact, according to the law, the seller should inform you of your rights.
Here's what the Iowa's Attorney General Website has to say about it:

"Under the law, the seller must TELL you of your right to cancel at the time of sale and give you two copies of a written notice of your right to cancel. The contract is void if the seller fails to do this. If you cancel your purchase and request a refund, the seller must refund your money within ten business days and cancel any further financial obligations."

When dealing with a reputable contractor, such as Midwest Basement Systems, you will never have to worry about this, because our sales model does not include scary or intimidating sales pitches. We are so confident about the quality of our products and services that we do not need to use gimmicks.

Instead, we educate our customers. We want to give you the control and tools to make informed decisions within your budget and based on the things you want to accomplish with your basement and crawl space.

No wonder we are part of the world's largest waterproofing contractor network. You don't get to be the #1 in the world with gimmicks.

Contact us for a free estimate and experience the difference.