WaterGuard: The Most Advance Waterproofing System

     When a basement is waterproofed, the homeowner expects the basement to stay dry. Unfortunately, there are many waterproofing systems on the market today that do not keep the basement dry all the time. Thankfully, there is a solution. WaterGuard is the most advanced waterproofing system in the world. The patented design used by Woods Basement Systems ensures the basement will stay dry.

Hydrostatic pressure

     Before we can understand the best waterproofing system, it is important to first understand how and why water makes its way into the basement. To build a basement, the earth is excavated and a hole is dug. After the basement is complete, the hole in which the basement sits is filled in with dirt. This soil is much less compact, so water permeates the soil closest to the home first. This is called the “Clay Bowl Effect.” The water creates pressure on the basement walls. This pressure is called hydrostatic pressure, and it plays a large role in how water leaks into your basement. Water naturally moves in a manner to reduce hydrostatic pressure. As the pressure increases, the water will permeate the basement walls through the porous concrete or brick. With this increased hydrostatic pressure, the water rises in order to stay level and reduce pressure. The horizontal installation of WaterGuard collects the rising water before it can reach the top of the floor.

Location

     The location of WaterGuard is very important to its functions. Waterguard is installed in a minimally invasive manner. The system is installed above the footing. Because it is installed above the footing, WaterGuard is out of the “mud zone.” The mud zone is where other waterproofing systems are installed. This zone causes the system to clog with dirt and sediment, rendering the system useless. Because WaterGuard is installed above the mud zone, it will not clog, and it does not require a filter. The horizontal installation of WaterGuard maximizes the flow rate, so the homeowner will never have to worry about the system failing due to high water intake.

Life of the Structure Warranty

     With the installation of WaterGuard comes a life of the structure warranty. The warranty is written and transferable, so current and future homeowners will always be covered. The cases of WaterGuard failing are very rare and can be result of a problem with the home’s foundation. Woods Basement Systems will always stand behind our products and offer a solution to ensure your basement stays dry.

     WaterGuard is an advanced waterproofing system that is guaranteed to keep your basement dry. It is designed to keep your basement dry by capturing water before it enters the basement. This patented design is installed horizontally and above the mud zone to ensure the system always works most efficiently.  WaterGuard provides relief to homeowners as they know their basement will stay dry all the time.

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