Foundation Systems of Michigan

What Foundation Systems of Michigan does

Foundation Systems of Michigan (FSM), founded in 2007 and headquartered in Livonia, Michigan, is a regional residential contractor specializing in foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, and concrete lifting across Michigan and Northern Ohio. The company operates five regional offices (Livonia, Grand Rapids, Rochester Hills, Toledo, Traverse City) with 251-500 employees and a direct-to-consumer field-sales model in which certified inspectors perform free home evaluations, deliver same-day estimates, and route work to in-house production crews. Its technical platform is anchored by a proprietary product portfolio developed under the Groundworks umbrella, including the SettleStop family (helical and push piers, wall anchors, IntelliBrace I-beams, IntelliJack crawl space supports rated to 24,860 lbs, carbon fiber straps), the AquaStop waterproofing family (sump pump systems discharging 2,000-3,000+ gph, CrawlSeal encapsulation with EVOH barrier, WallSeal 120-mil vapor barriers, FreezeGuard discharge attachments, industrial dehumidifiers), and the PolyRenewal polyurethane foam concrete lifting system (15-minute cure, 7,200 psf strength).

Revenue mechanics are predominantly project-based professional services across four core service lines (foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, concrete lifting), with a small but strategically important recurring layer from annual inspection and maintenance programs. Pricing is quote-based following free on-site inspections, supported by customer financing (24-month no-interest and 18-month 0% promotions) to reduce purchase friction on high-ticket residential jobs. The customer base is exclusively individual homeowners and small residential property owners, served through a multi-channel funnel that combines SEO-optimized local service pages, content marketing, social media (Facebook, Instagram, X), customer reviews, free inspection offers, and community engagement. In 2023 FSM was acquired by Groundworks, LLC, and is currently executing a phased rebrand from FSM to the Groundworks identity while retaining local brand presence in its served markets.

Name

Foundation Systems of Michigan

Legal name

Foundation Systems of Michigan

Website

https://drymich.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Foundation Systems of Michigan is a regional residential contractor that installs proprietary foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and polyurethane concrete lifting systems for homeowners across Michigan and Northern Ohio, operating as a Groundworks company from five regional offices.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Foundation Repair & Basement Waterproofing Services

NAICS

Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors (23811), Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (23711), Site Preparation Contractors (238910)

SIC

Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623), Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950)

akta.pro primary industry

Foundation Remediation & Underpinning (Jack Piles, Resin Injection, Re-leveling) (IMAFAOAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Foundation/Basement Moisture & Sump Pump Check (HSAGAOAK), Underground Downspout Drain Lines (Installation, Cleaning & Repair) (HSAIAKAG)

Keywords

• Foundation repair services
• Basement waterproofing services
• Crawl space encapsulation
• Concrete lifting services
• Structural foundation stabilization

Headquarters

HQ city

Livonia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Foundation Repair Services: One-time project-based revenue from installing pier systems, wall anchors, I-beams, carbon fiber straps, and crawl space support posts. Services include free inspections with paid installation work. Warranty-backed solutions with Life of Structure and transferable warranties.
2. Basement Waterproofing Services: Project-based revenue from sump pump installation, vapor barrier installation, interior drainage systems, dehumidifiers, and FreezeGuard discharge attachments. Part of comprehensive waterproofing solutions.
3. Crawl Space Repair and Encapsulation: Revenue from crawl space encapsulation, sump pumps, jacks, drainage, insulation, and dehumidifiers. Often combined with foundation repair services.
4. Concrete Lifting Services: PolyRenewal polyurethane foam injection for driveways, sidewalks, patios, pool decks, porches, steps, and commercial concrete. Fast-curing solution completed within single day.
5. Annual Maintenance Services: Recurring revenue from annual inspection and maintenance programs for installed systems, including sump pump servicing and system checks.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Foundation Systems of Michigan delivers foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, and concrete lifting services to residential homeowners across Michigan and Northern Ohio. Service delivery uses proprietary SettleStop (pier systems, wall anchors, IntelliBrace I-beams, IntelliJack support posts), AquaStop (sump pumps, CrawlSeal encapsulation, WallSeal vapor barriers, dehumidifiers, FreezeGuard), and PolyRenewal polyurethane foam concrete lifting systems, each engineered for regional soil and freeze-thaw climate conditions. The company follows a free-inspection-to-quote-to-installation sales and service process backed by transferable warranties.

Product overview

Foundation Systems of Michigan is a home foundation and water management company offering four core service categories: Foundation Repair, Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Repair, and Concrete Lifting. The company operates as a Groundworks company and uses a portfolio of proprietary product brands including SettleStop pier systems (helical piers, push piers), SettleStop wall anchors and IntelliBrace I-beams, IntelliJack crawl space support posts, AquaStop sump pump systems, AquaStop WallSeal and CrawlSeal vapor barriers, BasementGutter interior drainage, FreezeGuard discharge attachments, and the PolyRenewal polyurethane foam concrete lifting system. These products work together as an integrated waterproofing and foundation repair solution: sump pumps and interior drainage collect and remove water, vapor barriers seal walls and crawl spaces, pier systems stabilize foundations, and concrete lifting repairs exterior concrete damage.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AquaStop™: Product line including sump pumps, dehumidifiers, and vapor barriers for basement waterproofing solutions.
• PolyRenewal™
• SettleStop™
• CrawlSeal™
• ExtremeBloc®
• IntelliBrace™
• IntelliJack™

Products and services

• Foundation Repair Comprehensive foundation repair services for residential homeowners addressing settlement, cracks, bowing walls, and structural damage using patented SettleStop pier systems (helical and push piers), wall anchors, IntelliBrace I-beams, carbon fiber straps, and IntelliJack support posts, with free inspections and warranty-backed installations.
• Basement Waterproofing Complete basement waterproofing solutions for residential homeowners integrating AquaStop sump pump systems, BasementGutter interior drainage, WallSeal 120-mil vapor barriers, crawl space dehumidifiers, and FreezeGuard discharge line attachments to prevent water intrusion, flooding, and humidity damage.
• Crawl Space Repair Professional crawl space repair services for residential homeowners including CrawlSeal encapsulation with EVOH moisture and odor barrier, IntelliJack adjustable support posts rated to 24,860 pounds each, ExtremeBloc R-15 wall insulation, sump pumps, and industrial-grade dehumidifiers to address sagging floors, mold, wood rot, and humidity.
• Concrete Lifting (PolyRenewal) Polyurethane foam concrete lifting and leveling service for residential and commercial properties using the proprietary PolyRenewal system—2-component foam injected through small holes to raise sinking driveways, sidewalks, patios, pool decks, porches, and steps, with 15-minute cure time and 7,200 psf compressive strength.

Quantifiable outcome

• Crawl space encapsulation can reduce energy bills by 30-50%
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature11 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Groundworks, LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Foundation Systems of Michigan is now a Groundworks company, part of one of the largest foundation and water management organizations in North America. The partnership provides FSM with access to proprietary products, national brand recognition, operational resources, and shared best practices while maintaining local market presence and customer relationships.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Ram Jack Systems: National foundation repair franchise network with proprietary helical and push pier systems. Comparable product technology (steel pier systems reaching bedrock) and franchise-dealer distribution model serving similar residential end markets.
• Basement Systems Inc. National dealer network specializing in basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and foundation repair. Closest scaled national peer with a comparable product suite (WaterGuard, CleanSpace, SmartJack systems) and direct-to-consumer field sales model similar to FSM.
• Groundworks: Parent organization of FSM and one of the largest foundation and water management companies in North America. Operates the same SettleStop, AquaStop, and PolyRenewal product lines across multiple regional brands, making it directly comparable on technology, services, and go-to-market motion.

Direct peers

• JES Foundation Repair: Regional foundation repair, basement waterproofing, and crawl space encapsulation company serving the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Comparable in product offering (pier systems, wall anchors, encapsulation), free-inspection sales model, and warranty-backed solutions.
• Olshan Foundation Solutions: Long-established foundation repair company offering helical and push piers, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting across multiple southern and Midwestern states. Comparable service mix and direct-to-homeowner GTM motion.
• B-Dry Waterproofing: Regional basement waterproofing and foundation repair specialist serving the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic. Comparable in basement drainage focus, transferable warranty offering, and field-inspection-driven sales motion.
• Helitech Waterproofing & Foundation Repair: Regional foundation repair, basement waterproofing, and crawl space encapsulation specialist serving the Midwest. Directly comparable service mix, warranty-backed solutions, and D2C inspection-led sales motion.
• Everdry Waterproofing: Multi-state basement waterproofing and foundation repair franchise network with proprietary systems and direct field sales model. Closely comparable on waterproofing-first service mix and transferable warranty economics.

Regional players

• USS (United Structural Systems): Foundation repair, basement waterproofing, and crawl space company serving Tennessee and the Southeast. Comparable product suite (helical piers, wall reinforcement, encapsulation) and free-inspection sales motion, but operates in a different regional market than FSM.
• Acculevel Foundation Repair: Foundation repair and waterproofing specialist serving Indiana and surrounding Midwestern states. Comparable pier-system and waterproofing product offering, though concentrated in different geography from FSM's Michigan footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/DryMich
• Facebookfacebook.com/FoundationSystemsOfMichigan
• Instagraminstagram.com/foundationsystemsofmichigan/?hl=en
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/foundation-systems-of-michigan

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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