Basement Waterproofing Photo Album: Armada, MI Basement Waterproofed to Protect Foundation
An Armada, MI couple noticed their basement wall had started to leak following heavy rains. Their sump pump discharge had clogged and began overflowing right next to the foundation. This water intrusion near the foundation concerned them. They planned to sell the home in a few years so they could move to another state and intended to fix this problem before selling. They reached out to HomeSpec Waterproofing and Foundation Repair for an inspection, which is free for homeowners present during the inspection.
David, a senior project manager, took a thorough look at the situation and offered a repair plan. He suggested a new sump pump connected to an interior drainage system and exterior discharge line. This combination of products would catch the water that has made its way inside, pump the water outside, and escort it away from the foundation of the home. These products are specially designed to reduce being clogged with debris and be strong enough to handle gallons of water for hours on end. The homeowners agreed to this plan and was soon executed by foreman Vernon and his team. They were very pleased with the results!
Trenches Dug Along Foundation Footer
These trenches are dug to house the interior drainage system underneath the floor.
Interior Drainage System Protected With Stones and Plastic
The IDS, interior drainage system, is covered to protect the drains from clogging or being impacted by the final layer.
Concrete Seals IDS in the Floor
The final step of installing an IDS is to protect it with concrete. This not only keeps everything safe within but also allows for a completely flat surface like the original floor.