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Radon gases occur from the natural breakdown of soils, which is why if one home in a neighborhood has high levels of radon, it is very likely that the homes around it, also have high radon levels. This homeowner knew their neighbor had recently gotten a mitigation system installed, and it made them question what their homes level was. They purchased a charcoal test kit from a hardware store and did a quick test, the results came back and their home had a level of 10.3 pCi/L. With recommendations for mitigation starting at 2.0 pCi/L, this homeowner knew it was in their health's best interest to mitigate. 

They called up John's Waterproofing to work with our certified radon specialists. We mapped out the solution and scheduled their installation. The pipe would be installed to dip into their basement's foundation, allowing the gases to be pulled out of the soil directly. This pipe then extends out of the home and the mitigation fan is installed along the side of the home, a pipe extending from there above the rooftop. This system will redirect those gases to be expelled above the household, leaving the homes living spaces healthier. Once completed we left behind a charcoal testing kit for the homeowners to use, and the results came back from the third party company, showing the homes radon levels reduced to 1.2 pCi/L. 

This home had a beautiful stream that ran down the hillside of the home. But this was was adding water pressure on the hillside of the home's basement. Water began creeping in through the walls. The homeowners could see water stains accumulating on the walls, and small pools of water would form during heavy rains. To address these issues the homeowners called up John's Waterproofing to schedule their full inspection and hear about their options for a long-term solution. 

To begin our work, we dug a trench along the interior perimeter. We installed a bed of gravel, and our WaterGuard drainage system. This would collect groundwater and grade it to the lowest point of the basement, where we installed a TripleSafe sump pump to send the collected water safely away from the home's foundation. We then installed our CleanSpace wall vapor barrier to ensure water would safely be guided to the drain system. A SaniDry dehumidifier was installed to address the moisture in the air, and the home was waterproofed! 

This basement had been partially finished. The walls were painted with a waterproof paint and the homeowner had some carpeting laid down. The space was used for a gaming room, laundry, and storage space. As time moved along though, some bubbles appeared behind the paint on the walls. The homeowners took note of this, but didn't think to much on it, until more bubbles showed up over time and eventually they began to crack open and little droplets of water would run down the walls.  Seeing as the waterproof paint only lasted a few years, there were curious about a long term solution, and after some research they decided to call upon John's Waterproofing. 

To address the homes concerns, we began by digging a trench along the interior perimeter of the basement. We laid down a bed of gravel with our WaterGuard drain system, which will collect water from the ground as well as the wall. To keep wall moisture directed to the drain system a full BrightWall panel system was installed. These will not mold and are easy to clean, as well as brighten the space significantly. The water than runs along the drain system to a TripleSafe sump pump and sent out and away from the homes foundation. As a final step we installed a SaniDry dehumidifier. 

Having an exterior doorway to a basement can be appealing, but if it isn't waterproofed, it can be a stairway to water issues. This basement had water running down the stairs and under the doorway whenever heavy rains occurred. To address this issue, the homeowners would stuff towels against the door to try to prevent major flooding issues. As the years passed, they noted that moisture was accumulating along the foundation walls around the exterior entrance as well. They knew this meant the water problem was getting progressively worse, they would need an actual solution. They called up John's Waterproofing to receive a free inspection and estimate for their home project. After discussing their options and ensuring their needs were addressed they were ready to move forward. 

To begin work, we dug a trench along the interior perimeter of the basement. In front of the doorway we installed a TrenchDrain, and the rest of the space around the room had WaterGuard installed. These would collect the groundwater and water from under the door to grade along to a newly installed TripleSafe sump pump and then dispelled away from the homes foundation. The walls were then covered with BrightWall paneling. This is a semi-finished product that is easy to clean, brightens the space, and will not rot or mold. It effectively directs any water moisture from the wall down into the drain system. As a final step we installed a SaniDry dehumidifier to keep this home dry and healthy! No more towels, no more moisture issues! 

This homeowner called to let us know their basement had a water issue. They would have to put fans in the basement when heavy rain came along to help the space dry out. They had applied some store bought waterproof paint, but this didn't seem to offer much help, the water would just appear somewhere else. They were looking for a better solution, so after searching online, they called up John's Waterproofing.

To begin this job our crew dug a trench along the interior perimeter. Here we installed WaterGuard on a bed of gravel. This will collect the water and grade it along to a newly installed TripleSafe sump pump. From there water is safely sent well away from the homes foundation. We then installed a CleanSpace Basement Wall system to the walls. This will ensure any moisture is directed down to the drain system to be discharged. As a final step we installed a SaniDry dehumidifier to keep the air fresh and healthy. The homeowners were pleased with how much brighter the space is and were happy to report no issues occurred when the rain came!

This home had the downspouts dumping rain water near the home. While their home had good waterproofing in the basement, the water was pooling around the foundation. To address this issue, the homeowners called up John's Waterproofing. 

Our installation crew arrived and extended the downspouts down into the ground. Here we had the three downspouts attached to a pipe system that we inserted under the ground. This takes the water safely out and away from the home, keeping this yard from experiencing pooling water. 

This home was built with a full exterior waterproofing for their crawlspace. While the homeowners were very happy that their crawlspace would be dry from the beginning, they noticed flooding appearing by their downspouts when the rain started. They wanted to keep their home in good condition, they called up John's Waterproofing for assistance. 

To help we ended up extending the downspouts under ground. They then connected to a newly installed drainage system that would divert all of the water safely out and away from the homes foundation. This puts the water out via a LawnScape outlet, and the homeowners were thrilled to know that they would no longer experience flooding near their home. 

This basement had water protruding along the footing of the foundation. Because of this issue, the homeowners were keeping everything in their basement pulled out and away from the walls, worried about water damage to their items. This meant they were loosing out on valuable space that they could otherwise utilize. To regain this space, they called in John's Waterproofing. 

Our crew arrived and installed our Dry Trak system, along the interior parameter of the basement walls. This is sealed tight along the walls, and looks like trim, but is collecting the water and diverting it along to a newly installed TripleSafe sump pump. From here the water exits via a discharge line that takes the water a safe distance out and away from the homes foundation. The homeowners were so happy to have full access to their basement once more. This home is now dry and healthy. 

This home had both a crawlspace and basement. The basement had been waterproofed and finished off years before, but the crawlspace had just a simple 6 Mil vapor barrier installed and was being used for storage. As the years had gone by, this vapor barrier had shifted whenever the homeowners moved items in and out of storage. Due to this shifting, the vapor barrier had been displaced and water could now be found pooling at each of the homes foundation footings. The homeowners were worried about how the water could damage both the footings as well as their stored items. They wanted to keep using the crawlspace, but knew they would need something more substantial so it wouldn't move around when used.  

Our crew had the solution! We first removed the old vapor barrier and installed a SmartDrain  in the crawlspace that hooked up to a perforated pipe system we put along the interior of the space. These would work together to collect water from the ground and push it away from the homes foundation via a discharge line. Since the space was going to be actively used we installed a TerraBlock crawlspace insulation which also adds a bit of cushion for anyone in the area. Next we covered the area with out 20 Mil thick CleanSpace vapor barrier. This seals against each footing and along the walls to create a strong barrier that is backed by our twenty five year quarantine against rips and tears. We then sealed up some minor cracks along the walls and changed out for new vent covers to ensure that the crawlspace would be safe from exterior damage so this storage space could be used as the homeowners wanted. 

This Amity homeowner was dealing with falling insulation and water intrusion. This lead to her home being colder and less healthy. After inspection, our inspector Kevin suggested installing a Smart Sump pump, Spray Foam Insulation, and our patented Clean Space system.

Manuel and his team quickly set out to fix Sarah's wet crawlspace and inadequate insulation. They installed our airtight Spray Foam Insulation which serves to insulate and acts waterproofing. They then installed our Clean Space vapor barrier system which reduces moisture and humidity, while also improving home comfort and energy efficiency. The team also put in a Smart Sump pump with an Ultra Sump backup battery so that in case of a power outage, the Smart Sump will continue to do its job. A SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier was added and it our service team will come do a  yearly maintenance it to ensure that it is functioning to its fullest potential.

Sarah was extremely pleased with her new system and now enjoys a healthier, cleaner home. She no longer experiences cold drafts from her crawlspace and is very happy with our customer service.