Photo Album: Basement Waterproofing and Protecting Against Sewer Backup

Album description: These Windsor homeowners had three challenges in their basement: 1)      Two walls that leaked during times of heavy rainfall. 2)     A recent sewage backup, due to an overtaxed municipal system, caused extensive damage throughout the entire basement. 3)     An inadequate and older sump pump system. These problems resulted in the loss of personal items, ruined flooring, wrecked the drywall and affected the wooden plates and studs. The excess moisture in the basement created a damp and musty smell throughout the entire home as mould and mildew growth began. The homeowners wanted a permanent solution to their basement problems and to be proactive to help prevent future sewer backups. Here’s how Advanced Basement Systems helped these homeowners: -         Our team waterproofed the existing leaking basement walls.  -         We installed a backwater check valve to help prevent the possibility of sewer backup into the basement. -         Installed our TripleSafe™ Sump Pump System, including a backup pump. -         To be extra certain that the basement is protected during a sewage backup, heavy rainfall or frozen discharge lines, these homeowners opted for The IceGuard® System. This uniquely engineered fitting is installed on the outside of a home and automatically ejects the water away from the exterior wall when the discharge line freezes, is blocked or the system is overtaxed. We are so pleased to provide homeowners in southwestern Ontario peace of mind, knowing that their basement, possessions and health is protected. Inspector: Carl Crew foreman: Justin