Before & After Photos

Heather planned on creating another bedroom in her basement. Just half of her basement was finished but building code requires all homeowners to have an egress window in all finished basement bedrooms for safe exit in case of an emergency. Most standard basement windows are not insulated and let in cold air. They are definitely not leak proof and during a flood will allow water inside your basement. We installed an egress window in Heather's basement which also allows more natural light and fresh air in to make the space feel larger and more inviting.

Courtney has had water issues in her basement for the past year she has been in her home. Water was coming in where the wall meets the floor but also seeped in through the cinder block wall. The water that enters the basement pools in the middle of the room but there is no sump pump. We installed the WaterGuard system to keep the water out of the basement. The system is made up of a French drain that is installed under the floor but above the foundation so it won't clog. It collects water that seeps into the basement and sends it to the sump pump to get discharged. We also installed the TripleSafe Sump Pump System to provide her with three levels of protection to her basement. It makes sure that water is getting expelled out of the home even in the event of a power outage or a pump malfunctioning. 

Terri had some water intrusion in her basement during and after heavy rains. There was one spot in her basement where water collects behind her wall, leaving the spot wet, and excess water gets pushed out through a crack. She did not know where the water was coming from but it could have been an issue with the window right above the leak. 

We installed a new basement window to prevent leaks and make sure the seals are safe. We also installed FlexiSpan Wall Crack Repair to cover the cracks where water was getting behind the wall and where the water leaked out. This sealant is flexible so it can move with the wall and ensures that the crack is sealed. It installs smoothly over the wall so it can easily be covered with basement finishings!

Duane had no sump pump in his Kalamazoo, MI basement and had recently noticed that one of the walls was a bit damp. He called Ayers for an inspection and our crew determined that Duane would need WaterGuard, the TripleSafe sump pump, and a SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier to correct the water intrusion. Duane also requested our BrightWall paneling to make the basement look nice. 

WaterGuard is a sub-floor waterproofing system that collects water that leaks through the walls and keeps dirt away from the foundation. It is installed along the perimeter of the basement and on top of the footing of the foundation. Concrete is poured on top and regular flooring can be placed on top. The TripleSafe sump pump system utilizes three pumps in order to remove excess water from the basement. The second and third pumps are in case of emergencies so the basement can remain dry, even when the power goes out. The SaniDry Sedona Dehumidifier automatically removes up to 100 pints of water a day from the air in the home’s basement. This system circulates the now dry air through the basement and automatically removes the leftover water so you don’t have to.   

Duane was thrilled with the work done by Ayers to accurately correct his water intrusion in the basement. He was so happy to have caught the problem early before it could cause major damage. Before we were done with the installation, Duane requested BrightWall panels for the walls. BrightWall panels are the perfect solution for those who want to combine beauty and practicality in one. It is a rigid plastic covering that is completely waterproof and made of inorganic materials. This keeps the walls from becoming waterlogged and moldy like wood. The bright white panels reflect the light, maximizing lighting in the basement. 

Trudi noticed water leaking into her basement from the seams between the floor and walls. She spent the last few days trying to mop up the water and eventually called Ayers to learn about our waterproofing solutions. Our team of specialists stopped by her home and recommended installing the WaterGuard drainage pipe system. WaterGuard reduces drainage pipe clogs by sitting atop the home's footing rather than alongside it like most systems. Trudi is happy to put her mop away!