Fieldstone Foundation Wall Seepage
During periods of heavy rainfall and snowmelt, water infiltrated the basement through cracks in the fieldstone foundation walls, compromising the space and making it unsuitable for storing personal belongings. Seeking to reclaim and utilize the basement safely, the homeowner pursued a comprehensive waterproofing solution designed to address moisture management.
WaterGuard
WaterGuard is an interior perimeter drainage system installed atop the basement footing, designed to intercept water before it enters the living space. It effectively captures groundwater and seepage from saturated exterior soils and channels it toward the sump pump system for controlled removal.
TrenchDrain
TrenchDrain is a surface-level drainage solution designed for areas where the WaterGuard system cannot be installed, such as around immovable fixtures or entryways. It effectively captures water at the surface and integrates seamlessly with the WaterGuard system, forming a unified drainage path that directs water toward the sump pump for removal. This combined approach ensures comprehensive water management across the entire basement footprint.
TripleSafe Sump Pump
The TripleSafe Sump Pump system is engineered to provide uninterrupted water removal from the basement under all conditions. It features a three-pump configuration: a primary pump for standard operation, a secondary pump for high-volume water intrusion, and a battery-powered backup pump that activates during power outages. This tiered design ensures continuous protection and makes TripleSafe one of the most reliable and resilient sump pump systems available for basement waterproofing.
IceGuard
Water is expelled from the basement through a dedicated discharge line, which routes collected groundwater away from the home. At the exterior termination point, an IceGuard® discharge protection system is installed to serve as a failsafe against freezing or clogging. In the event of a blockage, IceGuard allows water to escape safely through its built-in overflow ports, preventing system backup and reducing the risk of basement flooding during cold weather conditions.
Bubbler Pot
A bubbler pot was installed at the termination point of the discharge line to facilitate controlled dispersion of water into the surrounding soil, minimizing surface pooling and preventing oversaturation. The discharge line was strategically routed to a downward-sloping area away from the home's foundation to ensure proper drainage and eliminate the risk of water re-entering the structure. To maintain the visual integrity of the landscape and protect the line from external damage, the discharge pipe was buried below grade.
