Basement Waterproofing Photo Album: Wet Basement Waterproofed in Richland, MI

Donita C. called because she was experiencing a water leak coming from one spot in her wall. A large amount of water was entering her space as the snow outside of her home began to melt. Without a way to stop the water from entering and no way to collect existing water to pump it outside of her home, her basement will continue to harbor standing water. This can lead to many problems for a homeowner and no one wants a wet basement. To fix this problem our team of experts decided to install the WaterGuard system, a TripleSafe sump pump, IceGuard and a LawnScape outlet to ensure her basement is waterproofed from now on. We also installed Flexispan to seal the crack in her wall where water was entering through.

A Wet Basement is a Serious Problem

This image shows you how water was entering this basement through a crack in her wall. A wet basement can lead to a series of problems for a homeowner. Not to mention, the damp air in your basement flows upward into your home bringing the humid air with it, which can cause mold and rot to form.

Effective WaterGuard Drainage System Installed

WaterGuard is a system used to waterproof a basement by ensuring any water leakage will filter into the pipe and exit into the sump pump. The pipe is installed around the interior perimeter of the basement and is placed on top of the footing to prevent the pipe from clogging with dirt.

Eliminate Water In Your Basement With The TripleSafe Sump Pump

TripleSafe is a sump pump system with three pumps in one liner. The first is an effective pump that will do most of the work. The second pump is placed higher in the liner and will turn on automatically if the first pump is unable to keep up. The final pump is battery-powered to make sure the sump pump is working if the power goes out.

Flexispan Fixes Crack in Basement Wall

Flexispan is a specialized sealant that was used to repair the crack in this basement wall that was letting water in. This sealant prevents the crack from spreading and stops water from entering the basement. The material is waterproof and mold resistant as well.

Water Exits With Frozen Pipes Thanks to IceGuard

If a pipe becomes frozen in the wintertime, water from the sump pump is unable to exit your home and instead re-enters, causing your basement to flood. The IceGuard system is installed at the end of a discharge line and allows the water to automatically exit through specialized holes, even if the pipe is frozen.