Basement Waterproofing Photo Album: Waterproofing a Damp Basement in Urbana, IL
Water was entering a basement in Urbana, IL, causing damage and concern to the homeowners. To solve this issue, the WaterGuard System was first installed. This perimeter drainage system will catch wall seepage and drain it toward the TripleSafe Sump Pump System, draining water from WaterGuard and below the basement and discharging it from the house. This system also includes an UltraSump battery backup system, which turns on if the power goes out, and effectively pumps out the water. Additionally, a SaniDry Sedona was installed. This efficient, high-capacity, dehumidification system also includes an air filtration system, all in a single unit. This system wrings the air dry, and its powerful blower moves the dry air in and around the area. It also automatically drains the water it catches into the TripleSafe, so there is no need to empty any bucket with this system.
Next, the IceGuard Sump Pump Discharge System was installed. The patented design of this system automatically allows water to escape through its perforations when pipe terminations are blocked, usually by ice or snow. Lastly, a LawnScape Outlet was installed. This connects the discharge lines to a special extension sending water away from the foundation while camouflaging the end of the pipe. Thanks to these systems, this basement will now remain dry all the time!
Water Issues
Water has been entering this basement and causing damage.
Perimeter Drain
WaterGuard will intercept water at the perimeter of the basement and drain it toward the sump pump system.
Sump System
The TripleSafe combines three pumps in one unit to offer homeowners ultimate protection in the basement when leaks or flooding occurs.
Dehumidifier
SaniDry will pull the moisture from the air, filter it, and release the dry air into the basement.
Discharge Lines
IceGuard adds a drain at the base of the house to protect the system from backing up in the case of a sump pump discharge point that is clogged by snow or ice.
Discharge Outlet
The LawnScape Outlet provides an escape for water that comes out of the drainage pipe with an additional camouflaging feature.