Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

Homeowners in Kalamazoo, MI were experiencing several inches of water throughout their entire basement. The problem? No sump pump!

We installed the TripleSafe sump pump system. TripleSafe is a safeguard feature that includes the use of three pumps to ensure this basement will stay dry, even in power outages and severe weather events. In the case of heavy water or primary pump failure, the second and more powerful pump will kick in, if there is a power outage the battery powered UltraSump will take over.

The homeowners in Kalamazoo, MI noticed they had water coming through their back wall into their basement. The water was especially bad during heavy rains. Having water seep into your basement is bad enough, but it is even worse when it is destroying a finished basement. The homeowners did not have an existing sump pump so the water that was coming in had no way of escaping.

Our professional team installed the TripleSafe sump pump to keep this basement dry. The TripleSafe has three sump pumps in one giving you triple protection! The first pump will remove water from the home efficiently and effectively. The second pump has a seperate discharge line and is more powerful. The second pump will be there for you on the rare ocassions you need it. The third pump is equipped with batteries so it is there for you when the power goes out. The TripleSafe adjusts automatically so you do not have to worry about it. 

The before picture shows the new carpet rolled up and all their stuff pushed to one side of the basement so it could try to avoid all the water and the after picture shows the TripleSafe sump pump.   

This homeowner called us because he wanted to get a crack in his basement wall fixed. The walls are poured concrete and the crack that is present allows water to enter with heavy rain. Basement walls tend to move due to concrete shrinking/expanding and because of the pressure given off from the soil surrounding the wall.

Considering these problems, we installed the FlexiSpan sealant, which repairs water leaks due to a cracks in a wall. The sealant is flexible and specially made to move with the wall to make sure the crack is sufficiently sealed and doesn’t re-crack as the wall continues to shift. This system also includes the installation of a drain at the base of the seal to make sure any water leakage can drain easily. 

Our friend, Don D. from Kalamazoo, MI is no stranger to the Ayers Basement Systems family. He believes in the quality work we do and has invited us back to his home several times to complete various different projects. That’s why Don called us again when he became worried about the major mold concerns developing below his home. Mold can develop in your home in a variety of ways. High humidity and water leaking in create the perfect breeding ground for mold, and ultimately, this hazardous allergen can create aesthetic and respiratory ailments alike. Removing mold from your home is crucial for the health and well-being of everyone inside. Our team of expert crew members can help. We have developed an innovate solution called Mold-X to promptly treat the mold that may have grown in your basement or crawl space. In order to prevent mold from growing back after using this product, the treated area must be kept dry and without humidity. This is why we offer this affordable treatment along with our waterproofing services. Call us today to set up your free home inspection appointment!

Jack's basement had water leaking around the seams of the walls and floor. He didn't know how to fix it, so he researched his options and called Ayers for help. Our experts stopped by his house to assess the space and recommend a solution. They suggested the installation of WaterGuard, a drainage pipe system that is designed to prevent clogging. WaterGuard is installed on top of the footing rather than alongside it, reducing dirt and rock clumping. Jack loves his dry basement!