Iron Ochre Build-Up in Duluth, MN
Iron bacteria attaches itself to the inside of pipes, forming layers of iron ochre as it goes.
Iron Ochre Seeping into Foundation Walls
Eventually, these layers result in the complete blockage of pipes -- and can even lead to deteriorating pipes, as iron bacteria uses the iron from the pipes as a food source. The sludge is not easily flushed out -- it must be manually scooped out.
Standing Water in Basement
Standing water causes significant problems over time compromising the overall health of the home.
DBS Installs Park Point System
We have designed a waterproofing system specific to Park Point, to address issues such as the high water table
Pallets to Protect from Water
These homeowners had unfortunately come to expect water in their basement as the norm. They had all of their items on pallets to protect them from water damage.
Standing Water
Standing water combined with iron ochre is like walking through mud. It's not harmful but it sure is messy.
Existing Tie Line for Iron Ochre
After installation, our production teams connected this waterproofing system in accordance with the new WLSSD ordinance for lateral sewage lines.
Iron Ochre Deposited on Lawn
This homeowner was unhappy with the way their iron ochre-laden water was depositing onto their lawn.
Drainage Matting and Drainage Layer
Our crews laid down aggregate material to assist with drainage. From there, they put down dimple matting to better allow water to travel to the new drainage system.
Drainage Installed
The concrete was poured and leveled so that the WaterGuard® drainage system can be easily accessed and cleaned of iron ochre build-up.
New Poured Slab
In this case, our team was able to raise the floor with help of a proper sub-floor drainage system.
Existing Drain Tile Needs Replacing
Eventually, layers of iron ochre result in the blockage of pipes -- and can even lead to deteriorating pipes, as iron bacteria uses the iron from the pipes as a food source. The sludge is not easily flushed out -- it must be manually scooped out.
Messy Iron Ochre
Iron Ochre is a rust-colored and foul-smelling bacteria, notorious for clogging drainage systems.
