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With water coming into the basement, the homeowners were looking for some professional help. They could feel that the foundation walls were damp, and small puddles would form on the floor when heavy rains occurred. So they scheduled their free inspection with John's Waterproofing and we we went out to do a full inspection and craft a solution to address all of their concerns. 

To begin we dug a trench around the interior perimeter of the basement. In this we laid gravel and our WaterGuard drainage system. This will collect groundwater as well as water from the walls, providing a path for water to travel to the lowest point where a TripleSafe sump will then pump the water safely away from the home to a LawnScape outlet. To safely guide water from the foundation walls we began by adding drainage to the two below-grade windows, and then installed our BrightWall paneling. This provides a semi-finished look for the space that is easy to clean, and will not rot or mold. We finished off by installing a SaniDry dehumidifier to keep the moisture in the air controlled. Now this space is set to be dry, stable, and healthy all year round. 

With plans to sell the home, this homeowner knew they had a few things that should be dealt with to ensure smooth selling process. One such item on their to-do list was the crawl space. With an old vapor barrier that had rips and tears in it, to water that would carry dirt onto the vapor barrier, it was a bit of a mess. Using John's Realty Response Team we were able to streamline this homes crawl space job so they could meet established deadlines with their realtor. Our crew cleared the crawl space out, and installed a Pipe, Pump, and Plastic. This means a full interior perimeter drainage system was installed. This collects groundwater and moves it along to the lowest point of the crawl space where we installed a TripleSafe sump pump to pump the water safely away from the homes foundation. We then laid over a new 6 Mil vapor barrier, overlapping the edges and running it up the walls. This space is now realty ready! 

This person had just addressed their own homes crawl space, with some costly foundation repairs from prolonged water exposure. With their homes crawl space encapsulated, they wanted to address this house, which they rented out. They knew the crawl space could use a bit of work, but wanted to be on top of the waterproofing before it created a problem. When we went out, we found the old vapor barrier had some mud caked on it, some mineral deposits on the foundation wall, and the fiberglass was beginning to fall from water weight. For a long term solution, we installed a full encapsulation. 

To begin, we removed the fiberglass, old vapor barrier, and general debris from under the home. We then installed a full interior perimeter drainage system. This will collect water and grade it to the lowest point where a SuperSump Plus is installed to direct the water safely away from the home. Each vent was closed off, and then we installed TerraBlock insulation along the floor, and our CleanSpace vapor barrier which fully seals the space. The walls were insulated with spray foam and a SaniDry dehumidifier was installed. This rental is now protected against water damage and set to remain dry and healthy! 

When a family has multiple members suffering from indoor allergens, it is time to try to increase the home's air quality. While they kept the home clean and orderly, they knew the basement had some water stains and could be a contributing problem. They ended up calling John's Waterproofing for their free inspection to determine how they could make their home healthier. 

To begin, our installation crew added a full drainage system. This included digging a trench along the interior perimeter, where we laid down a bed of gravel and WaterGuard drainage. This grades to a low spot where we installed a SuperSump Plus, which dispels the water out and away. The walls also had mineral deposits, some of which had mold spores apparent. To address this we installed BrightWall paneling, ensuring any wall moisture safely moves down into the drain system. BrightWall is a semi-finished wall system that will not rot or mold and is easy to clean. We then brought in a SaniDry dehumidifier and an Aspen Air Purifier, these two machines work to keep the air dry and healthy from the foundation up into the home. The family is pleased to report that their system has helped them enjoy fresh air, and their allergies have become less severe.  

Hydrostatic pressure is the main cause for water to find its way into a basement. This homes basement was suffering and the homeowners were sick of using fans in their basement and soaking up the puddles that would appear during the heavy rains. For a water solution they called up John's Waterproofing. After a full inspection, they received a waterproofing quote, and were ready to move forward with the proposal. 

To begin our crew dug a trench along the interior perimeter. Here we laid down a bed of gravel and our WaterGuard drainage system. The walls were then covered in BrightWall paneling. This will divert any wall moisture into the drain system, which naturally grades the collected water to a SuperSump pump. From here water is sent out and away from the home to a LawnScape outlet. This home will now be protected against water damage. 

This homeowner wanted to clean up their basement and keep it dry for added useable space.

A System Designer was sent to the home and reviewed their water issues then explained our lifetime warranty on the award-winning WaterGuard System which, so long as the pump was operating, the WaterGuard would gather the water and direct it to the pumps. 

The crew got to work right away, breaking out 6" of concrete around the perimeter to install WaterGuard. It was placed on top of the footing in a bed of gravel and inspection ports were strategically placed and terminated at the SuperSump location. WellDucts were installed at the blow grade windows and BrightWall, a wall system was fastened to walls and both were inserted into the flange at the back of the WaterGuard to insure any wall seepage or window well overflow was directed into the new drainage system. Bright Wall is a textured wall system that lightens and brightens the basement and drives any wall moisture into the system.  Homeowners also invested in a SaniDry XP to keep the air clean and dry.

This basement had pools of water throughout the basement when heavy rains occurred. The homeowners were tired of having to mop up and squeegee the foundation floors when water would accumulate, they were ready for a long term solution to their problem.  For help, they called in John's Waterproofing. 

Our crew arrived and first noticed that there was an older potion of the basement, and a newer portion. One side had a single pour foundation, and the other side was a multi-poured foundation. To address this difference we needed to use two different drainage systems to protect this space. We installed both our WaterGuard system, which involves a trench, and is than concreted over, to give a seamless finish, and we also installed a Dry Trak system which is installed like trim along the base of the walls to collect water. These will both collect the water and due to the large floor space we installed two different sump pumps; a TripleSafe sump pump and an UltraSump pump. These than divert water out and away from the home, leaving this basement dry and healthy. 

This home has a partially finished basement that was being used by the family for a game room and laundry room. The walls had been painted with a waterproofing material years prior, but due to the water pressure that was exuded on the basement, this was chipping in some areas and a mineral deposit was staining the walls and portions of the floor. Worried about water getting into their space, they called John's for the long term solution that would protect their home. 

Our Install crew began by digging a trench along the interior walls and inserting our WaterGaurd drainage system to pull the groundwater out and away from the homes foundation. This hooked into a newly installed TripleSafe sump pump which discharged the water out via a yard discharge line which goes to a LawnScape outlet. With the water draining from the floor level we moved onto the walls and installed our BrightWall paneling. This non-organic paneling gives a clean look to the space and directs any water or condensation down the wall so it can exit through the WaterGaurd that was installed. 

The homeowners then painted the concrete flooring in the space so it could have a partially finished look. While they did not opt for a total basement finishing, their home will be set up well should they ever wish to do so. 

Our crews recently went on a job in Carlton. The homeowner had called our office with concerns about her leaky basement walls causing an unhealthy space. After inspection, Sam recommended installing our patented WaterGuard drain system, Bright Wall paneling, and a Triple Safe sump pump.

Gordon and his team quickly set out to waterproof Marilyn's basement by installing our DryTrak system, which is made for basements with monolithic foundations. The DryTrak water control system is designed to capture water leakage from along the wall-floor joint before it reaches the basement floor. The drain channels the water to the sump pump, and in this case, the team installed a Triple Safe sump pump. This is a three-pump system that adjusts automatically to pumping demands and is designed to continue working even when the power goes out. Our Bright Wall paneling system was also installed. Bright Wall transforms damp, ugly basement walls into bright, beautiful walls that never need paint or other maintenance. It works with the drainage system by channeling the water coming in from the leaky walls to the DryTrak water control system.

Marilyn no longer worries about leaky basement walls affecting the health of her home, and now has a comfortable, beautiful new space for years to come.