Full-Service Concrete & Foundation Repair in Brighton, MI

A homeowner in Brighton, MI had recently purchased a home located in an area with a high water table, which caused the basement to leak every time it rained. Despite having an old drainage system in place, it was no longer effective in preventing water from leaking in. Desperate for a long-term solution, they reached out to us for assistance.

Upon inspecting the basement, our Project Manager confirmed the presence of water through floor cracks and determined that their existing drainage system was insufficient to address the problem. He recommended the installation of a comprehensive interior drainage system which involved the WaterGuard, TripleSafe Sump Pump and the SaniDry - Sedona to effectively redirect water away from the basement.

To begin the waterproofing process, our crew first prepared their basement by clearing out any obstructions and removing all the debris. They needed to ensure a clean and suitable work environment, allowing them to work efficiently and effectively. The next step involved installing the WaterGuard, an interior drainage system designed to sit on the footing of the foundation. Our crew carefully excavated a trench along the edges of the basement floor, keeping the dust and debris away from the hole. The WaterGuard system, with its specialized wall flanges to capture water from the walls, was then placed within the trench they had dug.

Given the high water table in the area, the TripleSafe sump pump system was the best solution for this homeowner. This sump pump has three powerful pumps working together to provide maximum protection against basement flooding. The primary pump handles the majority of the water, while the secondary pump serves as a backup in case of primary pump failure. Additionally, the third pump, equipped with a battery backup, ensures continued operation even during power outages, safeguarding the basement from water damage in any event. Finally, our crew turned their attention to address the excess humidity in the basement. The Sanidry - Sedona dehumidification system was perfect for this situation because it's specifically designed for basements and effectively controls and monitors humidity levels. 

This dehumidifier works well with the other basement waterproofing measures we installed by capturing excess moisture from the air, filtering out impurities, and continuously draining the collected water into the TripleSafe sump pump system for removal.

Once all the products were installed, our crew tested the systems to ensure they were properly functioning. They made sure to double check the WaterGuard drainage system for any leaks or blockages, while ensuring the TripleSafe and SaniDry were running at optimum levels.

The homeowners were relieved to no longer have to worry about water seeping through floor cracks or dealing with a damp and uncomfortable basement. Our full solution allowed them to regain their peace of mind and enjoy the basement.

This homeowner contacted HomeSpec because water was seeping into his finished basement from the corner. 

The source ended up being a crack in the foundation. To solve this problem, our crew repaired the crack by injecting it with our innovative polyurethane sealant to ensure it won't ever leak again.