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Basement Waterproofing Photo Album: Combo of Waterproofing and Foundation Support Systems Restore Superior, WI Home

Homeowners of this 1970s home in Superior, WI noticed that cracks in the basement foundation walls were leaking water. Water began to leak through the cracks, creating a mess in the basement and a worry with the homeowners. Looking for a permanent solution to protect their basement, they contacted DBS. DBS Design Specialist Nathan Schroeder went to the home and provided a free, no-obligation inspection and estimate for the work. After visiting the home, Nathan reviewed the inspection with the homeowner and recommended the installation of a waterproofing and foundation repair system to fully protect the home. Because this home had multiple home repair needs, it was broken up into 2 projects. Our highly-trained installers from both foundation support and waterproofing visited the home to complete the repair in their area of expertise. DBS Foreman Osia Williams and his crew installed the full waterproofing system in this basement. It consists of a CleanSpace® vapor barrier to stop water and a WaterGuard® subfloor french drainage system to drain water. These two products connect to a new SingleSafe™ sump pump that will keep water out of the home for good. DBS Foreman Nick Burley and his crew installed 7 PowerBrace™ wall support beams to stabilize the walls and prevent any further movement. These galvanized steel I-beams will be tightened over time with the goal of restoring the wall to its original position. The homeowners can now rest easy knowing their home is healthy, safe, and comfortable!

Bulging Foundation Walls in Superior, WI

The stairstep cracks seen here indicate that the walls are undergoing pressure. Without correction, the shifting will continue.

Water Damage in Basement Bathroom

Efflorescence, the white residue seen on the bathroom floor here, is not harmless. But it does mean that water has been in this space and since evaporated.

WaterGuard® Drain Tile In Place

Once the drain tile is in place, our team surrounds it with small gravel. This allows water a greater chance of flowing properly into the drain.

Water Leaking in Superior, WI

This wall is further evidence of water intrusion in this basement. Our team will install a foundation repair system to stabilize the structure. This will also prevent water from seeping in via the wall cracks.

Partially-Finished Basement Has Water Issues

Homeowners in Superior, WI wanted to reclaim their basement space and install a basement waterproofing system.

New Sump Here for Superior Home

This is the home's existing sump pump system. In order to better support the basement, this pump will be replaced by our SingleSafe™ model.

WaterGuard® Around Entire Perimeter

For the best protection against water in your basement, it's best to install an interior drain tile like WaterGuard® around the entire basement perimeter.

SingleSafe™ Sump Pump Install

Our team replaced the old sump pump with this SingleSafe™ pump. It is connected to the WaterGuard® drain and a discharge line that will pump water out of the home.

PowerBrace™ and WaterGuard® Installed

With both a waterproofing and foundation support system, this Superior, WI home is now fully protected.

PowerBrace™ Steel I-Beams

To permanently stabilize the basement walls, the production crew installed 10 PowerBrace™ steel I-beams.

PowerBraces™ Tightened Over Time

This PowerBrace™ Wall Bracing System is meant to support walls from further movement and can be tightened over time, in order to restore the walls to their original position. The PowerBrace™ beams are zinc-plated and backed with a 75-year warranty against movement.