Old newspaper article about the opening of Woods Basement Systems
In 1986, Rick and Anna Lee Woods, with a partner, started a waterproofing company called Basement DeWatering Systems Metro-East, Inc.
Radon Mitigation Specialists Since 1986
Rick Woods has recommended testing for radon gas ever since he started Basement De-Watering Systems Metro-East, Inc. in 1986. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer (second only to smoking). The odorless and tasteless gas is responsible for over 21,000 lung cancer related deaths every year.
Old Woods Basement Systems fleet vehicle
Vintage Basement De-Watering Systems Metro-East, Inc. fleet vehicle from 1986.
Collinsville Progress Building Improvement of the Month Award
In 1988, Rick Woods bought out his partner and the company name was changed to Woods Waterproofing, Inc. However, Woods Waterproofing, Inc. retained its Federal Tax ID number, corporate identity and all contractual warranties.
The First Office on Vandalia Street
Here's an interesting bit of trivia: The company originally operated out of a two-story house directly across the street from today's 16,000 square-foot facility. This photo was taken in 2003, long after Woods Waterproofing renovated and moved into the current office space at 524 Vandalia Street. The original "blue house" has since been demolished.
The Woods Basement Systems Family
In 1991, the company relocated just across the street and took up residence in a former car dealership. In 1998, after joining the Basement Systems International Dealer Network, Woods Waterproofing changed it's name once again to Woods Basement Systems, Inc. Today, Woods Basement Systems is one of over 450 contractors that make up the Basement Systems, Foundation Supportworks, and National Radon Defense dealer networks across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The business continues to be family-owned and operated.
A Company Whose Name You Can Trust
Whether you first had your basement waterproofed by Woods Waterproofing or you had Woods Basement Systems repair your foundation, your warranty is still secure. We may have changed our name, but we're still the same company that was founded in 1986...the same family that started the company...and the same people who love to provide WOW! Service to our customers, co-workers, and community.
Woods Basement Systems recognized as top waterproofer in 2003
2003: Woods Basement Systems is recognized as one of the Top Ten basement and crawl space waterproofing contractors nationwide.
2002 Team Photo
A group of Woods employees gathers in front of the office on Vandalia Street for a team photo. This was only about half of the team at that time. Today, Woods Basement Systems employs over 100 Basement & Foundation Specialists.
Top Basement Systems Contractor in 2005
2005: Woods Basement Systems leads the charge against wet basements and damp, moldy crawl spaces and is recognized as the top Basement Waterproofing Contractor within the Basement Systems International network.
Top Foundation Repair Contractor
As Woods Basement Systems celebrated its 23rd year in business, the team also celebrated being named the top Foundation Repair Contractor for wall anchors and piering systems.
The Original Basement Waterproofing Fleet
There was a time when all of the fleet vehicles parked in the lot on Vandalia Street. Not anymore. Woods Basement Systems still operates from the office on Route 159, but the production and service fleet have outgrown the downtown lot.
View of the Woods Fleet from Interstate 255
Woods Basement Systems later expanded beyond the office space on Vandalia Street to include a 20-acre property at the western edge of Collinsville. The Woods fleet can still be spotted from Interstate 255.
Have You Seen This Truck?
Chances are you've seen a truck like this in your neighborhood. That means one of your neighbors has trusted our team here at Woods Basement Systems to repair their foundation or fix their wet basement.
The Original Truck Design
You may still spot one of these trucks out on the road or in your neighborhood, but some of our vehicles have a new look.
All Things BASEMENTY!™
Have you seen our new trucks out on the road or in your neighborhood yet? We wanted to put a face with the name to let every homeowner know who's got their back when it comes to basement and foundation problems.
From Basement to Beautiful
Did you know that Woods Basement Systems is not just a waterproofing company? On the contrary, we are one of the largest foundation repair, basement finishing, and radon mitigation contractors in Illinois & Missouri.