Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

The basement wall had a small, non-functional glass block window, which didn’t meet the safety standards required for an egress window. This meant the basement didn’t have proper ventilation, light, or an emergency exit. The foundation was also a concern, with potential issues related to water leakage and radon exposure. A larger egress window was installed, greatly improving safety by providing a proper emergency exit and allowing more natural light and ventilation. The foundation was also addressed, with waterproofing measures taken to prevent leaks, and radon mitigation steps were implemented to ensure a safer indoor environment. The basement is now structurally sound, properly ventilated, and up to code.

David and Julie had been worried about potential flooding problems in their basement for years. The anxiety had become too much when they decided to call Ayers. After our initial inspection of the house, we knew it was going to be a big job. We determined that our WaterGuard waterproofing system as well as the TripleSafe sump pump would be perfect for David and Julie's home. WaterGuard is a sub-flooring waterproofing system that keeps water way from your foundation and mud away from your drains. The TripleSafe sump pump system utilizes three pumps in order to remove excess water from your basement. The second and third pumps are in case of emergencies so your basement can remain dry, even when the power goes out. David and Julie were beyond grateful that they no longer have to worry about waking up to a flooded basement and can remain safe in their home for years to come. 

We use CleanSpace, a durable plastic liner - like a pool liner - for lining dirt crawl spaces. It is perfect as a basement wall solution for stone wall basements. Because stone walls are not flat, they are not candidates for BrightWall paneling. The CleanSpace provides a vapor barrier, drains water behind it, and dramatically brightens the basement. It will have little waves in it because it comes off of a roll rather than in panels, but the CleanSpace is very durable and nearly impossible to rip.

A seemingly crumbling crawl space was making our customers in Leslie, MI uneasy. The stone walls were loose, and the area was wet and dirty. Ayers crew came in and carried out tuck point on the wall to keep any loose stones from moving any further. Then, a SuperSump was installed to keep the crawl space dry. This SuperSump can pump up to 2200 gallons of water out of the basement per hour, and has a backup pump installed for extra protection. Lastly, cleanspace was added to the crawl space to act as a vapor barrier. This white lining, shown in the after picture, works to keep moisture out of the house and is mold and pest resistant, and helped to hold the stones in place. 

Robert and Nancy from Leslie, MI, were dealing with dust, musty odors, and poor air quality in their home—issues that even affected their new cat. After meeting with Ayers, they chose to encapsulate their crawl space and install a SaniDry™ dehumidifier. Now, the air is cleaner, the odors are gone, and their home feels warmer and healthier.