Photo Album: New Windows and Waterproofing In Jackson, MI Basement

This Jackson, MI homeowner had been working on improvements to the whole home from the kitchens to the bathrooms and now his focus was on the basement where moisture was a problem and the windows left a lot to be desired. We were able to help him out with 5 new windows in the basement, expertly installed, a WaterGuard perimeter drainage system and a new sump pump system. Finally, we finished the space off with a SaniDry dehumidifier to keep the space free of harmful water vapors. This basement is now in great shape and ready for the rain and snowfall ahead.

Walls Show Evidence Of Water Seepage

Throughout this wall in the basement, water seepage is evident.

Windows In Need Of Replacement

The windows in this Jackson, MI basement were not doing well at keeping water and drafts out. The homeowner had put a window film over the window as a temporary solution to minimize the problem but new windows were needed.

Concrete Is Excavated For WaterGuard

To start the process of waterproofing, the slab is excavated around the perimeter of the home so that the drainage system can sit right on the home's footing. The concrete will be replaced once the system is in place.

WaterGuard Is Set In Place

The WaterGuard system is set in place and stone is filled in around it. The concrete will then be replaced over top. The system builds in a gap between the base of the wall and the slab where water is collected before it can puddle on the basement floor.

The Sump System Removes Basement Water

Water that enters the drainage system will flow into the new sump system placed in the low spot along the basement perimeter. The sump pump will then pump the water to a safe place away from the home's foundation.

New Sump System Is Highly Effective

The new sump system features an air tight lid unlike most other products on the market. It also has a built in floor drain and an alarm that will alert the homeowner if the pump fails or isn't keeping up.

A SaniDry Dehumidifier Is Installed

The SaniDry dehumidifier moves more air through it than most store-bought dehumidifiers and at about the same amount of energy usage. They are highly effective in removing harmful water vapors from the basement air.