Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

Linda, from Pequot Lakes, MN, was looking for some solutions for her home's basement space. The basement was experiencing water intrusion, so she decided to call American Waterworks for a FREE estimate. Shortly after the appointment was scheduled, our Design Specialist, Shane, headed out to the property. 

Following a thorough inspection, Shane gave his recommendations to Linda, suggesting that she invest in our WaterGuard system as well as our SuperSump Plus. This particular system is typically used in basements and is the premier choice for basement waterproofing as it is installed below the floor but rests atop the foundation, keeping it out of the "mud zone", making it harder to clog. Linda agreed, and our crew got to work.

Our Foreman, Juan, and his crew began implementing our WaterGuard System, a patented below-floor drain that rests in a drainage bed on top of the foundation footing. It is our most commonly used drain system because of its resistance to water clogs, easy-to-access service ports, and ability to collect leaking water from basement walls. The crew then broke out concrete to make a feed line. From there, our crew installed our SuperSump Plus Sump Pump to the feedline. Our crew filled the open gaps with rock, and replaced the concrete. The drainage system now properly guides water to the sump pump and from there, the sump pump pushes the water through the discharge line and expels it from the home. 

After all was said and done, Linda was very glad she made the decision to call American Waterworks and had her peace of mind restored.

A Montevideo, MN, homeowner was facing an issue with her basement. Each time it rained, small amounts of water found its way into her basement and settled on her floor. She searched for 'basement repairs near me' and eventually found our website. She was impressed with the other work we had done in her area, so she decided to schedule her FREE estimate. Several weeks later, Ryan P, one of our Design Specialists, was headed out to the home. 

When Ryan arrived, he got right to work assessing the space. When he finished, he informed the homeowner that he believed that the water intrusion issue could be handled with our SuperSump sump pump. This pump is effective and economical, including a powerful Zoeller 1/3 horsepower cast-iron sump pump, capable of pumping 2,220 gallons of water per hour at an 8-foot head out of your basement. The homeowner agreed with Ryan and scheduled the job on the spot. 

On the day of the project, our Foreman, Matt Z, and his team were able to place the sump with no issues. Now, our customer can enjoy a water-free basement! 

A homeowner in Benson, MN was alarmed when she was in her basement space and noticed a lot of water damage in one of the rooms. She didn't know how to prevent it from happening again, so she decided to contact an expert company for help. In her search of "basement waterproofing Minnesota," she came across the American Waterworks company website and was interested in our FREE estimate offers. She signed up for an estimate for her own basement and awaited the arrival of one of our team members. Our Design Specialist, Shane Nephew, visited the home to talk things over with the homeowner and inspect the basement area. He decided that with a waterproofing system, the basement would be back to a clean state. The homeowner agreed to the plans and once they were approved, Foreman Lane Schlobohm and his crew went to the site for installations. They installed three of our products, WaterGuard basement drain system, SuperSump pump, and CleanSpace wall vapor barrier. At the end of the process, the basement was water-free and in great condition again to the homeowner's delight.

Water worries in your basement? Don't hesitate to reach out to American Waterworks for a FREE estimate! 

Brad C. in Minneota, MN had water seeping into his basement and had noticed his basement was drastically colder than the rest of his home. He contacted American Waterworks to learn more about our waterproofing solutions, so we sent one of our Design Specialists, Dylan Woitas, to his home to provide him with an inspection and FREE estimate. Along with a full waterproofing system, Dylan recommended that we install our Basement to Beautiful panels to insulate Brad’s basement.

Our Basement to Beautiful wall panels are the superior choice for a dry, energy-efficient basement. They are designed with advanced SilverGlo graphite-infused foam insulation, which provides 24% more energy savings than conventional foam products. They create a warm, protective blanket around the basement that will never rot or support mold growth. Thanks to our waterproofing system and these Basement to Beautiful wall panels, Brad is now enjoying a healthier, more comfortable home, while saving money on heating costs!

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Marge, U. in Pipestone, MN heard about the services we offer from one of our Design Specialists, Eric Hazelton. Marge called Eric because she was concerned about the water leaking into her basement. She had an old sump pump that was not able to keep up after heavy rains and snow melt. Eric met with Marge, evaluated the situation, and designed a unique solution for her home. Marge approved of the plan and moved forward with the project. 

Our Foreman, Cole Brinkman, and his production crew began the project by removing the concrete around the perimeter of the basement and laying 104 feet of our Waterguard drainage system. Next, the crew installed our UltraSump sump pump and battery backup system and 2 feet of our Cleanspace vapor barrier along the walls. Any water seepage coming through the wall will be directed down into the drainage system, guided to the sump pump, and then expelled from the home through the discharge line. Marge is happy with the project and her peace of mind has been restored, knowing her basement will remain dry!