Photo Album: Waterproofing a basement in Foster, Qc

Our clients in Foster knew that they needed to waterproof their basement since they were suffering from continuous water infiltration. Actually they already had a sump pump, but it was very old and rusty. It wasn’t pumping al the water out and the place was always wet. After the inspection, our team of professionals informed them that they need to install an interior drainage system known as the ‘Waterguard’ to capture all the water coming in, and replace their inefficient old pump with our SuperSump pump system to pump all of the water out. The SuperSump pump was recommended, due to its great performance.

Black Mold inside this basement in Foster

These molds thrive in warm, frequently moist environments, including basements. And they love to grow on wood. Many black molds are toxigenic, meaning that they release toxins that can be irritating or even harmful for people who have preexisting conditions.

Water leaking in this basement

This picture shows clearly the amount of water leakage standing inside the basement.

Another sign of water leakage is the efflorescence

This occurs when water leaves behind salt deposits and is present on or in the masonry surface.

Old pedestal sump pump in Foster, QC

This pump does not have any lid! So it is highly likely that the pit is getting dirt and other contaminants in it, which can lead to clogs that will cause it to slow down or stop eventually.

SuperSump pump installed in Foster

The unit installed in our SuperSump is one of the best, capable of pumping up to 2,280 gallons per hour. And in case a plumbing leak or other unforeseen accident puts water on your basement floor, a one-way floor drain in the lid will allow this water to drain into your sump system.

WaterGuard interior drain installed in Foster

Unlike old-fashioned drain tile systems installed on the outside of the home, our WaterGuard system is installed just underneath the perimeter edge of the basement floor.