Before & After Photos

Problem:  This below grade entrance was causing problems for these homeowners as it was built without a proper drainage system in place. The area was wet, a slip and fall hazard in the winter months, and the concrete floor was flaking away.  

Solution: Our specialists repaired the concrete, installed a trench drain in the floor of the entrance and directed the outlet to drain in the newly updated TripleSafe Sump Pump system.

Now the homeowners are once again enjoying the benefits of their below grade entrance!

Inspector:  Adam M

Foreman: Justin

Problem:  Window wells are necessary to keep the structure around a window draining properly, keep water and debris away from the window and to improve egress.

Solution: We installed window wells on all the basement windows of this home.

Inspector: Rick

Foreman: Justin

Problem:  The paving stones outside this basement were not properly graded and over time water was entering the basement through the window structure.

Solution: Our team installed a window well with improved drainage and means of egress. You can learn more about our basement window waterproofing by clicking here.

Inspector: Adam

Foreman: Paul

Porblem: Cracks coming off windows in poured foundations are a headache. Most solutions harden over time, crack and then fail as the foundation goes through freeze/thaw cycles. 

Solution: Our solution stays flexible to move with the foundation. it allows the water to be controlled. 

Inspector: Tom

Repair Tech: Trevor

Problem:  This older home showed evidence of water penetrating an unfinished basement. The problem has likely been occurring for years. The conditions in a wet basement or crawl space affects an entire home.

To understand this, let’s first look at how air circulates in a home.

-         If there is water penetration in your basement or crawlspace, it increases the humidity level in your home.

-         The lower areas of your home are cooler, and when this humid air warms (when it comes in contact with your heating system and floors, for example).

-         This air rises throughout your home and escapes through the roof.

-         More air is drawn in from the outside and up from the lower levels as air vents into the upper levels.

This airflow in your home is known as the ‘stack effect’.

The continual high moisture level in your home due to your wet basement or crawlspace is the ideal breeding ground for mould and allergens (such as dust mites). We know from the stack effect that this problematic air is circulating throughout your home.

This moist air not only affects your family’s health; it also affects the structural integrity of your home, energy costs, resale value and the overall enjoyment of your home.

Solution: Our products work together to give this homeowner a permanently dry basement:

-         Perimeter drain – to direct water into the newly installed and superior;

-         Triple Safe Sump Pump

-         Moisture levels are kept in check with the extremely efficient, quiet and hassle-free Sani-Dry Sedona Dehumidifier

-         The inorganic BrightWall Panels not only look great, but they are made of mould and mildew resistant, organic-free material

Now these homeowners are enjoying a healthier home and a clean & dry basement!

Inspector:  Rick

Foreman: Justin