Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

Randy noticed a small wall crack creating a path for water to seep into the basement. Irritated with the water intrusion, he called Ayers for waterproofing solutions. We first installed our CleanSpace wall system, a durable plastic liner with a vapor barrier to protect against wall moisture. Next, we added an interior drainage system known as WaterGuard. Placing this drain within the basement floor around the perimeter of the walls ensures water is collected and rerouted to the sump pump. Randy's basement floor will stay dry now!

The sump pump in the before photo was trying its best to get the job done. Sadly, it wasn’t enough. The basement had already flooded 5 times, so the owner really wanted a change. While he had originally called to request a new sump pump to go along with the previous, he instead chose to go with the TripleSafe sump pump in the after photo as a replacement. The TripleSafe has two backup pumps that will protect against any possible future floods. The primary pump in the TripleSafe system discharges over 2,000 gallons of water per hour and the backup discharges almost 4,000. There’s a third battery operated pump that will push out water even if the power is out.  With the new TripleSafe in the basement, the owner won't have to worry about any future floods.

This half-finished basement was dealing with water seeping through the cracks of the basement walls and damaging the wood panels. When a finished basement begins to leak – especially one that uses wood material – not only does it damage the wall, it also means that mold isn’t far behind. To solve this homeowner’s waterproofing issue without sacrificing the finish of his basement, the owner gave Ayers a call.

Our EverLast Wall Restoration System is designed specifically for finished walls. The panels are made from inorganic materials making them mold resistant and durable enough to not be affected by water damage. Once the crew put in a perimeter drainage system at the foot of the wall and removed the wood panels, they installed a vapor barrier to direct moisture to the system below. The EverLast panels were then attached in front of the vapor barrier to create a permanent solution for this waterproofing problem. 

Sump pumps are one of the most important features of a waterproofed basement. A sump pump you can depend on is key to not having to redo your waterproofing. As you can see in the before photo, the sump pump in this St. Johns basement was doing everything it could to keep the basement above water. Sadly, it wasn’t enough. When we received the call, there was standing water in the basement, so the homeowner wanted us to come out and check for clogging in the line. Our system design specialist presented the owner with 3 repair options that would solve the discharge problem. Eventually, the owner settled on a new sump pump liner and a perimeter drainage system.

Think of the sump pump liner as the bucket seen in the after photo. The liner will prevent the pump from clogging up in that muddy hole while also allowing water from both the perimeter drainage system and the ground to be pumped out. For a new perimeter drainage system, the team went with our WaterGuard. WaterGuard sits in the foundation and wall joint and will collect any standing water from the basement. Included in the system were 4 inspection points, so the homeowner can check the system for clogging whenever he wants. The two systems were then tied to the preexisting discharge line for disposal.

If you’re thinking about upgrading your sump pump as well, then give us a call. We’ll be more than happy to discuss your options with you.

Looking for ways to cut your electricity bill? If your basement walls are surrounded by those tiny, virtually useless windows consider having them replaced with egress windows. Their large frame provide over 50% more sunlight than the original windows, allowing you to cut back on the electricity used to light the area. Other benefits include access to fresh air, emergency exit capabilities, and an increase in home value.