Basement Waterproofing Photo Album: Waterproofing a basement in Hemmingford, Qc
A humid and smelly basement in Hemmingford
Escaped moisture doesn’t always manifest itself in plainly visible ways. Homeowners might notice the area feeling humid or smelling stuffy, despite close inspection not revealing the presence of any liquid droplets or small pools.
Subtler signs for water infiltration problems
Rotting wood, efflorescence (a chalky white substance left by evaporation), spongy carpeting, loose floor tiles all are signs of water infiltration.
Open sump pump
This sump pump can fail in many ways; it can get clogged with dirt and debris, and the pump's mechanical parts become clogged and dirty over time, especially if the sump sits straight against the bottom of a dirty sump pit where silt typically accumulates.
We began installing the WaterGuard interior drain
Once a perimeter of the concrete has been removed we can place the WaterGuard track below the floor and on top of the footer.
WaterGuard installation process
The WaterGuard drain is installed on the footing of the affected foundation. It collects water that seeps through the floor and walls. It is then connected to the SuperSump sump pump system.
Covering up the drain
Once installed, the WaterGuard drain is covered with concrete leveled to your floor.
Sump pump basket
An effective basement waterproofing system depends on a reliable, long-lasting sump pump.
Sump Pump installed
The SuperSump system contains a Zoeller pump, a 96-hole liner to allow water into the floor to enter the liner, an airtight lid that prevents water vapor from escaping, and an alarm system that alerts you when the water shows too high.
