Basement Waterproofing Photo Album: Water Leak Filled Clay City, IL Basement Protected with WaterGuard Drains
Vickie, a homeowner from Clay City, Illinois, reached out to Woods Basement Systems to waterproof her basement and keep it safe. Team Woods sent system design specialist, Luke K., to the house to see what product would ultimately waterproof the space.
Upon inspection, Luke recommended installing a WaterGuard drainage system around the perimeter of the basement to collect and keep out water. Foreman, Greg H., and his crew of installers put the new French drainage system in place. With the help of WaterGuard, this basement will remain clean and protect for many more years to come.
Major Leakage
This basement was in desperate new of waterproofing! Right away Team Woods noticed a significant water leak that damaged the floor while also making the air musty and humid.
Where is the water coming in?
The source of the water leaks was in the basement walls. Water would sneak in where the walls meet the floor and the basement window.
Leaky Basement
Here is a closer look at one of the main areas that water would leak in.
Solution?
To protect this basement, WaterGuard drains would installed around the perimeter to collect and direct all water leaks towards the home's sump pump system.
