Basement Waterproofing Photo Album: A Charlotte, MI Home Gets a WaterGuard Extreme Makeover

Erica, a homeowner in Charlotte, MI began growing increasingly worried when water started making its way through her basement walls. Erica knew her basement troubles were only going to progressively get worse. She decided it was time to call in the waterproofing experts. We diagnosed the issues in Erica’s basement and prescribed WaterGuard to fix the problem. Installed along the home's footing, beneath the concrete, WaterGuard collects water along the base of the perimeter walls and safely directs it to a sump pump for removal from the home. To supplement the WaterGuard we also installed a SuperSump. The SuperSump is a sump pump system that contains an air tight lid, floor drain, pump stand, and a pump alarm. These are the essential features needed to help keep a basement dry. With this total installment, the water issues that have plagued Erica’s basement should surely be a thing of the past.

Water Leaves a Lasting Mark

Water has unarguably been puddling here in Erica's basement. The water stain on this floor is visual proof that this is indeed the case.

The Risk is Hidden

We discovered another issue plaguing Erica's basement was an old faulty sump pump.

Let the Installation Process Begin

Concrete is removed at the base of the walls to expose the homes footing and to allow the installation process. Once the concrete is removed, the WaterGuard drain can be set into place.

Installing the SuperSump

SuperSump to the rescue! The SuperSump is a sump pump system that contains an air tight lid, floor drain, pump stand, and a pump alarm. These are the essential features needed to help keep a basement dry.

The WaterGuard is Installed

After the WaterGuard drain is in place, drainage stone is filled in around it to allow for maximum efficiency.

It's Time to Cement

After the drainage stone has been laid, concrete is replaced over top. The wall flange creates a small gap that allows moisture from the walls and cove joint to freely flow into the drain.

It's All Coming Together

Once the concrete has been replaced, this concrete floor is once again seamless. The WaterGuard system goes virtually unnoticed and is a welcomed asset to the home. The SuperSump is level with the floor and close to the wall making it minimally invasive of the useful space in Erica's basement.