Basement Waterproofing Photo Album: East Lansing, MI Basement Needs to be Waterproofed & Insulated

Our customer called with a wet, cold basement and a leaking window they had a creative solution for. In addition to installing a new SuperSump pump and our WaterGuard below-floor drain system, we installed our Ultimate Energy package, which includes Terrablock and SilverGlo insulation, as well as the CleanSpace encapsulation system.

East Lansing, MI Basement with Heavy Water Damage

The decay of the block walls in this basement are basically a neon sign flashing "Water Damage."

Water Damage and Ineffective Crack Sealing in East Lansing, MI

The water damage on the wall containing the window was extensive. Note the large vertical crack that the customer had attempted to seal

Creative but Ultimately Ineffective Solution to Leaks

While a storage bin does, in theory, catch water, it isn't the best way to deal with a leaking basement.

Subpar Floor Drain Adds to Basement's Problems

Not helping the basement's water issues is the reliance on a floor drain as the main source of drainage. Without a pump of any kind, the drain is minimally helpful.

WaterGuard Inspection Ports Allow for Easy Access

By installing inspection ports along the WaterGuard track, we can easily access the drain system to flush it out or perform any service that may be necessary.

SuperSump Provides Much Needed Drainage in East Lansing, MI

A SuperSump pump is a proactive way to remove water from the basement. Rather than hoping the water heads toward the drain, and that the drain isn't overwhelmed, the sump pump is tied into the WaterGuard so all water flows to it, where it then pumps the water through the discharge lines to the yard.

Well Duct Allows Wall Crack to Drain

Slightly more effective than mysterious dark goop: a WellDuct drain covers the crack near the window and allows water to drain directly into the WaterGuard.

FloodRing Controls Potential Water Hazards in East Lansing, MI Basement

Installing a FloodRing around the water heater allows us to direct the water in the event of a leak. Instead of pouring out into the basement, the water is directed into the WaterGuard to be pumped out.

IceGuard Prevents Water Backup

In the winter, discharge lines can freeze (after all, they're outside), which can cause water to back up into the basement. By installing IceGuard outlets, the water has a backup route out and will not reenter your basement.