Basement Waterproofing Before & After Photos

Before: In Beverly, MA, a contractor needed a reliable solution to replace a makeshift sump pump in a home being prepared for resale. Without an adequate system, the homeowner faced risks of basement flooding and potential damage as you can see in the photo. After: By installing our TripleSafe Sump Pump and IceGuard system, we provided a permanent, efficient solution. This setup ensures water is effectively pumped away from the foundation, safeguarding against power outages, freezing discharge lines, and pump failures. These enhancements offer long-term peace of mind for both current and future homeowners.

A Property Management company manages some homes in Ipswich, Massachusetts. The company has heard the same issue from two homes that they are responsible for. They were both seeing water entering their basement from behind their electrical panel. They decided to call EFS for a free inspection of their basement to find a solution and stop the water. Our Design Specialist looked at the basement and recommended installing FlexiSpan behind the electrical box to prevent the water from causing damage to the electrical of the home. Our installation team installed our FlexiSpan and prevented any more water from entering the basement and potentially causing an electrical issue. 

This Ipswich, MA basement struggled with water infiltration through cold joints, as the previous owner's DIY sump system couldn't keep up. In the before photo, the sump pump failed to effectively manage moisture, posing a risk of leaks and mold. Our Erickson Foundation Solutions team provided a comprehensive, professional solution. After efficiently implementing our WaterGuard drainage system along the perimeter, we installed the TripleSafe sump pump, along with IceGuard for outstanding freeze protection. Lastly, the SaniDry Sedona was added to maintain ideal humidity levels. The result is a clean, dry and worry-free basement.

Facing relentless water trouble in their basement, a homeowner in Ipswich, MA reached out to us for help, showcasing the inadequacy of their existing sump pump in the 'before' picture. We dove right in with a reliable solution — installing our TripleSafe Sump Pump and IceGuard systems. Notice in the 'after' photo how seamlessly our installations blend into the space, marking the end of water woes for our happy customer and ensuring their basement remains dry and healthy, rain or shine.

A homeowner in Portsmouth, New Hampshire plans on finishing the basement in the near future and wisely wanted to waterproof it first. Already experiencing water seepage in the basement during heavy rains, it was essential to keep the basement dry all the time. The existing sump pump that had previously been installed in the basement was unable to capture all the water. Looking to protect his future investment, he reached out to Erickson Foundation Solutions.

Our System Design Specialist, Bryan Barnard, recommended installing WaterGuard perimeter drainage, TrenchDrain surface drainage, and a SuperSump sump pump. WaterGuard was installed around the perimeter of the basement to capture water and deliver it to the sump basin. TrenchDrain was installed to reroute water around the oil tank. This system connects to WaterGuard, creating one flow of water to the sump basin. Once water enters the sump basin, the SuperSump pumps the water out of the home. Our SuperSump includes a primary pump, as well as a battery-powered backup pump to ensure that water stills gets pumped out of the home in the event of a power outage.

With a durable sump pump and French drain style drainage system, this homeowner can confidently finish the basement knowing that it will stay dry all the time!