Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

The problem with block basement walls is that they can easily sprout leaks. The block allows vapor and actual water to seep through, which can stain and water damage walls. That's exactly what happened to this restaurant in Sault Ste. Marie (see before picture). When the owner decided to waterproof the floor, he realized it was as good a time as any to fix up the walls as well.

Our BrightWall panels were the perfect solution. The paneling was attached directly on top of the previously stained walls, and it's clear that the white plastic is a much better look for the basement. On top of that, the basement walls are now completely waterproof. Water vapor and moisture may pass through the porous block walls, but they won't make it through the BrightWall paneling. Any water that does seep through the block walls will be drained into the restaurant's new perimeter drainage system and discharged outside. A good restaurant atmosphere usually refers to the actual dining area, but that's no reason why the rest of the place shouldn't look its best too. Give us a call if you'd like to see what BrightWall could do for your basement as well.  

Marilyn noticed the cement block walls in her basement were leaking water, and she had no waterproofing systems or even a sump pump to deal with it. The leaks pooled on the floor, causing water damage, so she called Ayers for permanent solutions. Our team inspected the area and determined that our WaterGuard and TripleSafe sump pump systems would tackle these issues. WaterGuard is a subfloor interior drainage system that rests in a bed of drainage stone along the perimeter of the basement. This drain will collect the water creeping in through the walls and direct it to the new sump pump we added. TripleSafe is our three-in-one sump pump system that tackles heavy volumes of water. Now Marilyn has two permanent waterproofing solutions to keep her floors dry!

Marilyn's basement windows hadn't been able to open since she bought her house due to rocks and soil piling against it. She called Ayers, so we sent our crew to her home to make a recommendation. They suggested an egress window, as they're engineered to withstand rocks and heavy soil. It's also designed with steps for evacuation and a polycarbonate safety cover that won't break when stepped on. Marilyn is content with her new basement windows!

Van’s Redford, MI, rental home had persistent moisture, musty odors, and water intrusion. After installing a TripleSafe™ sump pump, WaterGuard® drainage system, and an extended discharge line, the basement is now dry, odor-free, and protected from future water damage, ensuring a healthier space for his tenants.

Dave realized water leaked into his basement after the last snowstorm around the seams of the floor and walls. He wasn't sure how to fix the issue, so he researched his options and called Ayers for help. Our specialists stopped by his home to assess the problem and suggest a solution. They recommended and installed WaterGuard, an advanced drainage pipe system designed to prevent clogging by sitting above the home's footing rather than alongside it. Dave loves his dry basement!