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Basement Waterproofing Photo Album: Leaking Basement Hibbing, MN Repaired with Waterproofing System

This home in Hibbing, MN had issues with water leaking in the basement. Water was seeping into the basement via the foundation and concrete floor in the basement. Hoping to fix the water and gain more usable space, they contacted us after seeing our work in the Duluth News Tribune. DBS Design Specialist Rich Johnsen went to the home and provided a free, no-obligation inspection and estimate for the work. After visiting the home, Rich recommended installing a waterproofing system around the entire perimeter of the basement. DBS Foreman Joe Harris and crew installed 105 feet of a WaterGuard® subfloor french drainage system to drain water into a brand new TripleSafe™ sump pump. This system contains 3 pumps; the first can handle up to 2,600 gallons of water an hour, the second pump kicks in during periods of heavy rainfall to pump a total of 6,200 gallons of water, and the third pump comes on with a battery back-up in the case of a power outage. The homeowners can now rest easy knowing their home is healthy, safe, and comfortable!

Design Specialist Measures Concrete Floor

Our Design Specialist measures thoroughly to find the lowest spot in the basement. This area will be best to install the basement sump pump.

Water Seeping in via the Chimney

The homeowners pointed out that water was seeping up from the chimney footing, and spreading onto the basement floor.

Wet Basement in Hibbing, MN

Homeowners of this wet basement in Hibbing, MN wanted to regain use of the space by keeping their basement dry for good.

WaterGuard® Surrounds Chimney

In order to combat water seeping in via the concrete footing in this spot, our team lead a section of WaterGuard® here.

WaterGuard® Designed to Navigate Corners

Our team was able to connect these two basement rooms by snaking the basement drain system between these two walls.

WaterGuard® Installation

Our crew begins WaterGuard® installation by digging a trench at the foundation footing. From there we installed the basement waterproofing drain tile, WaterGuard® and surround it with small gravel to encourage drainage.

TripleSafe™ Sump Pump Installed

Two pumps handle up to 6,200 gallons of water an hour and a third pump is powered using a battery back-up and turns on in the case of a power outage.

WaterGuard® Collects and Carries Water to Sump Pump

After the drain system is successfully routed around the entire basement, and connected to the sump pump, we covered the area in concrete. The visible ports provide access to the drain system for cleaning if needed.

Water Damage in Hibbing, MN Basement

Water exposure over time can lead to property damage as well as mold and moisture growth. Because over 50% of the air that you breathe in your home comes from your basement, it's important to get this issue fixed.